Children and young people are being given the chance to try their hand at a variety of sport and play activities during free sessions being held at 17 parks and open spaces across St Albans and City District this summer.

They will be able to take part in sport and physical activities at Sports in the Parks sessions and explore their creativity at Play in the Parks, previously known as Play Rangers.

Both schemes are aimed at young people aged 5 to 12 years and are provided by St Albans City and District Council and managed in partnership with Leisure Connection.

The activities will run over the six-week holiday period and will vary depending on the location and the number of children in attendance.

Cllr Sheila Burton, portfolio holder for sport and healthy living at St Albans City and District Council, said: “These sport and play schemes provide a fantastic opportunity for young people to develop skills in an enjoyable environment where they can also make new friends. They also help parents to keep their children entertained during the long summer holidays.”

For more information about both programmes visit www.stalbans.gov.uk

or telephone the Sports Development team on 01727 827667.