RECENTLY the Independent newspaper reported on a survey commissioned by Coca-Cola GB.

Of 500 young people aged 17 to 24 it found that 53 per cent of them would not want to spend the whole of a Saturday night at a party, with 94 per cent describing their ideal night out as getting a takeaway meal with friends or going to the cinema.

The Independent concluded "Welcome to the world of today's mild-child' teenagers".

Surprisingly, this survey didn't produce the results you would expect from today's teens, especially with a rapid increase in binge-drinking and youth crime.

In my opinion, contradicting the survey, my perfect evening would either be at a gig with a few friends or at a party.

I enjoy a loud, hyperactive atmosphere where it's possible to meet new people. I asked seven other teenagers what they would describe as their ideal night out and here are the results.

"I like going out for a meal with a small group of friends because you get to talk to everyone."

Becca James, 15

"Playing sport with friends. It's something active, unlike hanging around, which is boring."

Scott Golding, 16

"Hanging out with friends at a small gathering and drinking a little. I find that more relaxing than a big party."

Mayme Shepherd, 16

"I enjoy going to the cinema with a small group of friends because it's relaxing and exciting at the same time."

Matthew Clough, 16

"Big parties are often a bit excessive. I like hanging with a small group of friends."

Charlotte Hemmings, 16

"Going to parties with friends because you can have a good time and it isn't as restricting as most places."

Nikita Mitson, 15

Okay, I discounted the person who told me she enjoyed spending time in her room, but despite that it seems wild nights out aren't the most popular and most people do prefer spending time with friends.

Next thing you know we'll be hanging out in libraries!