A WORLD champion football freestyler is coming to town to encourage people to get active.

Dan Magness, who is the Guinness World Keepy Uppy champion, will be visiting Loughton Library on Thursday, February 18, to showcase his range of freestyle football tricks.

Mr Magness found fame in 2009 when he successfully kept a ball in the air for 24 hours, and has performed various exhibitions around the world.

As well as the freestyle showcase, the library, in Traps Hill, Loughton, will hold dance, sport and toddler activities, and a workshop to make your own kite.

There will also be an exhibition on healthy living.

Events will take place from 2pm to 4pm and are all free. For more information call the library on 020 8502 0181.