New football craze arrives

WALKING football is coming to Hinckley.

Ashby Road Sports Club will be hosting sessions from Wednesday July 26.

The club on Hangman’s Lane is promoting the activity, which is great for people who love the game and would like to stretch their fitness but are unable to keep up with a traditional five-a-side or 11-a-side game.

A spokesman said: “Walking football is a new take on the traditional game.

“It is ideal for those aged 50-plus but is open to anyone who is now longer able to keep up with the pace of traditional games. The rules are similar but with one major difference, you can only walk.

Sessions cost £3. For more information call Andy on Hinckley 615159.