The Olympics are nearly upon us and residents are being encouraged to try new sports and become more active.

Leisure Live is part of the Elmbridge Celebrates festival and is a free community event open to all Elmbridge residents.

The event takes place between 11am and 4pm on June 23 at Brooklands Community Park.

Sports professionals will be in attendance to demonstrate their skills and invite attendees to have a go.

There will also be arts and cultural activities to watch and get involved in.

Activities on offer include BMX demonstrations and trials biking, a Scootathon for four to 11-year-olds, fencing, golf, tennis and basketball.

There will also be fun games themed arts and crafts for children as well as live music, theatre and stage entertainment.

The event will be capped by the Elmbridge Olympic Torch procession.

For more information, call 01372 474568, email leisure@elmbridge.gov.uk or visit elmbridge.gov.uk/2012.