A day of music in Filton helped children with special educational needs have fun and learn at the same time.

Bristol-based specialist healthcare provider National Friendly helped support the third annual Music Rules OK! at the BAWA centre on Southmead Road.

The fun-packed day involved five specially created musical workshops for the children to get involved with.

Workshops included an opportunity for the children to parade a 15-metre long silk dragon around the room and to use computer software to make unique pieces of music.

In total, 65 children from seven local special educational needs schools attended the day.

Christine Wright, teaching and learning adviser for music for the South Gloucestershire Music Service, said: "Music Rules OK! is a great opportunity for pupils to attend workshops that are not only beneficial for their learning and development, but great fun as well.

"We are extremely grateful to National Friendly for recognising this event's importance, and for supporting it so generously."