New badminton sessions are being run to encourage people to keep fit.

The No Strings classes started at Loughborough Leisure Centre, in Brown's Lane, last Wednesday and will be held on Monday mornings and Wednesday evenings. They cost £3.

Rackets and shuttlecocks will be provided for free.

Ring the centre on 01509 611080, or go to the website:

www.charnwoodleisure.com