MILITARY personnel in West Cheshire are being offered special discounts as part of national Armed Forces Week.

Serving personnel - including regulars, reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers and veterans, together with their immediate families - are eligible to take advantage of the offers throughout the week which runs from Monday, June 25 until Sunday, July 1.

The Armed Forces Day flag will be flown throughout the week outside Wyvern House in Winsford and Brio's Memorial Court Leisure Centre in Northwich.

Cllr Brian Jones, the council's armed forces champion, said: "Cheshire West and Chester Council is committed to supporting these special individuals and their families, and Armed Forces Week offers a fantastic opportunity to celebrate their outstanding contribution to our country.

"We recognise and admire the commitment and sacrifices that our Armed Forces make on our behalf."

To qualify for the special offers, serving personnel will be asked to show a military identity card and all other eligible individuals will be asked to show their Defence Privilege Card.

The Council provides a range of support to the Armed Forces community through the Armed Forces Covenant.

Brio Leisure is also reminding all current members of the Armed Forces who are stationed, on secondment or visiting Cheshire that they are eligible for a complimentary off-peak membership.

Brio Leisure also provides ex-members of the military along with those who are medically discharged the opportunity to receive discounted or free membership subject to terms and conditions.

Ex-members of the armed forces can benefit from Brio Leisure's discounted WorkFit Membership, and this is available to those who have left the forces in the last five years.

Full information on both the armed forces and concessionary memberships can be on the Brio website.