A WEEK long programme of free, fun events are taking place across the town.

Wellbeing Winsford Week aims to provide residents with fresh opportunities to live healthier lives whilst being encouraged to meet new people and stay connected to their community

Friends of Winsford Town Park have teamed up with Over Allotments Association for a Dementia Friends information session today.

It is designed to increase awareness of dementia and explain how a dementia friendly community can be nurtured.

The session from 10.30am to 11.30am will be run by Kate Bibby of Age UK in the community room at Asda on The Drumber. The room is upstairs beside the pharmacy at the store. Everyone is welcome and refreshments are available.

A family fun day with free activities is being hosted by Active Cheshire at Winsford Lifestyle Centre at The Drumber on Wednesday from 10am to 3pm.

Children and parents can try various sessions, fun games and activities in the sports hall.

A range of free places are also being offered by Brio Leisure at classes on Wednesday including Zumba gold, body balance, pilates, cycling, Tai Chi and aqua fit.

Places will be issued on a first come first served basis.