ENGLAND rugby hero Johnny Wilkinson and his brother, professional rugby player Mark, made a surprise visit to meet youngsters at Penrith Rugby Club.

The Newcastle Falcons Rugby Coaching course took place at Penrith from Wednesday to Friday during the half term holiday from 10am until 3pm.

Johnny turned up with Mark on the Friday afternoon to present the young players with their certificates of attendance and also signed autographs. He also took part in a Question and Answer session with the 50 children who attended the sessions from Penrith, Appleby, Kirkby Stephen and surrounding areas.