FAMILIES can find out more about fitness and the importance of healthy lifestyles at a free event this summer. 

Shepton Mallet Leisure Centre has announced this year’s Fitness & Family open event will take place on June 16, running from 10am to 1pm.

"The free event is set to showcase the best of the town’s sports facilities, focussing on the Leisure Centre, and highlights the importance of healthy lifestyles – while also being great fun for all of the family," said an event spokesman. 

"Taster sessions of many of the fitness classes available at Shepton Mallet Leisure Centre will be available, as well as tours of the facilities including the gym, and demonstrations by many of the town’s sports and leisure clubs – a true celebration of sport in the town.

"There will be plenty available for the little ones to enjoy, with a children’s area including bouncy castle, fun bikes and baby yoga."

Anyone wishing to try out a taster session is invited to book in advance and more details will be released closer to the date.

If you run a sports or leisure club in Shepton Mallet or the surrounding area and would like to be a part of the day, email Shepton Mallet Leisure Centre via info@sheptonmalletleisure.uk.