Gary Barlow say he will 'take time off' next year

Gary Barlow says he's looking forward to a break from work in 2012 after a busy year.

He was speaking after the Children in Need Rocks concert, which he organised and performed at.

The X Factor judge said: "I need to take some time off."

He also said it was his idea to have this year's concert in Manchester. "The BBC approached me and I told them the show had to move out of London," he added.

Acts such as Coldplay, Lady Gaga, Snow Patrol and Dappy all performed at the MEN Arena last Thursday night.

"Instead of a BBC researcher phoning all the artists to ask if they would take part, I picked up the phone myself and rang around to ask personally," said Gary Barlow.

The Take That star also said he wanted to take a break next year.

"I've got to be honest, I need to take some time off next year, remind myself who my children are."