FAREHAM residents are being urged to step into action and walk back to fitness.

Fareham Borough Council has launched a programme of short leisurely walks to encourage first-timers and people with health problems to get fit.

The free 30-minute walk, suitable for wheelchair-users and parents with pushchairs, takes place every Friday at 10.30am, starting from Fareham Leisure Centre.

The route follows the footpaths of the Park Lane Recreation Ground.

There is no need to book. For more information call the council’s health development team on 01329 236100.