Parkrun arrives in North Solihull

A NEW fitness event is now up-and-running at Babbs Mill Park.
The Kingshurst site will be the setting for a 5km parkrun every Saturday morning, with residents invited to complete the timed circuit.
The council's public health team hopes that the course will mirror the success of the run which is already taking place at Brueton Park, in the south of the borough.
Tudor Grange Kingshurst Academy has also lent a hand in setting things up.
Coun Karen Grinsell, cabinet member for adult social care and health, said "I am delighted that Solihull now has two venues for parkruns.
"These events bring together people of all ages and levels of fitness."
As well as helping residents to lose weight, it is hoped that the weekly session will benefit mental health.
In fact many GPs are being encouraged to "prescribe" outdoor activity to those grappling with conditions like depression and anxiety.
Those interested in getting involved are invited down to Babbs Mill tomorrow (Saturday, August 21) at 8.30am. More details are available at the official parkrun website.