A NEW walking football session is to start in Pocklington, with chance for people to try the first for free.

The weekly sessions start with a free class at East Riding Leisure Francis Scaife in Pocklington today, running from 1.15pm to 2.15pm.

The subsequent weekly sessions will cost £2.20 per person.

The East Riding’s Cllr Richard Harrap said walking football had grown in popularity as people learnt the benefits of the game, or re-discovered an old love of the game. The sessions are part of wider Let’s Get Moving programme. For information or to book contact Dominic Rhodes on 01482 392529 or dominic.rhodes@eastriding.gov.uk