Winchester's Blue Badge tourist guides have taken the First Aid challenge with 24 of them completing a course provided by the Red Cross.
"We found the training very useful, covering everything from a bee sting to a heart attack," said chairman, Pamela Boyes.
Although incidents requiring First Aid during walks are rare, the guides' motto is "be prepared".
The guides regularly lead groups of visitors and residents around the district of Winchester.
Their love of history, sense of humour and passion for the city is contagious and encourages visitors to return time and time again.
Regular tours take place throughout the year, departing from the Tourist Information Centre at the Guildhall.
There's a series of themed spring walks, starting at 2pm on Saturdays throughout March. The titles include "Birds and Beasts", "Stone and Symbol", "Medieval to Victorian Industries" and "Saxon Kings and Bishops".
A new leaflet, with full details of the services offered by the guides, is available from Winchester Tourist Information Centre.
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