A FREE beginners’ running session for the visually impaired is being held in Southampton later this month.

Run by England Athletics, Run England and British Blind Sport, it’s a chance to get fit, have fun and meet new people.

The taster session is open to any visually impaired person, aged 18 or over, and will cater for all fitness levels and abilities. Guide runners will be present for support, if required.

There will be follow-up support to join a local running group or club near you.

The run will take place on Saturday, June 25 (11am-1pm) at Hawthorns Urban Wildlife Centre, The Common, Southampton, SO15 7NN.

Places can be booked at http://www.englandathletics.org/run-taster9 For further information contact Christine Benning on 07968 498708 or at cbenning@englandathletics.org