WRITE STUFF: Comic, poet and writer Ian Billings visited children at Chesterton Primary School yesterday.

And the writer of CBBC TV show ChuckleVision proved a big hit.

Samantha Fraser, key stage one manager and literacy co-ordinator at the Brittain Avenue school, said: "We also welcomed parents as we are encouraging the children to read at home and for them to see the enjoyment of reading.

"It was a fantastic day. The children really enjoyed it and did not want Ian to leave."

Author Philip Lees will visit the school tomorrow as it celebrates World Book Day.

Pictured, from left, is Ryan Geagen, aged 11, Laura Huxley, aged 10, Ian Billings, Rebecca Reed, aged seven, and Zac Pointon, aged 11. Inset, the Chuckle Brothers.

Picture: Clare Jennings