WOMEN keen on keeping fit can sign up to a new beginners' running course.

Epping Forest District Council’s Sports and Health Development Team together with Sportessex is starting the six-week course at Stonards Hill Recreation Ground, in Epping, from Monday, June 21.

A qualified instructor will lead the sessions which aim to help participants to run consistently at a moderate pace for 20 minutes.

Successful runners will be able to sign up for an intermediate course at the end of the six weeks.

Training is open to women aged 16 and over and takes place from 7pm to 8pm.

Places cost £15 and can be booked by calling James Carstairs on 01992 564567.