HEREFORD played host to the county's second community games for adults with learning disabilities last week.

The Herefordshire Learning Disability Community Games, supported by local athletes and officials, brought together adults with learning disabilities to take part in events including football, giant skittles, WiFit, Tai Chi and boxing.

Organised by the Affinity Trust, ECHO, Herefordshire Mencap and 2gether – which provide support and opportunities for adults with a learning disability across the county, the event pulled in more than 100 participants at the Point4 on Venn's Lane.

Rosie Wooderson, from the Affinity Trust, said: "It was a brilliant day. The weather was great too and the outdoor area was in constant use all day.

"We plan to do it every two years. I think what makes it such a success is the fantastic generosity of people and the wonderful volunteers we had.

"It's a lovely day because there's lots going on and people know they are well supported. It's a very encouraging atmosphere."

The first community games took place in 2012, inspired by the spirit of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Opened this year by Councillor Olwyn Barnett, chairman of Herefordshire Council and Jamie Dancyger, special Olympics GB athlete, the games were made possible with funding from Sport Relief and the Renton Foundation.