Hundreds of people took the opportunity to find out about a variety of free health services as part of the Roehampton Challenge.

More than 300 residents visited the council’s team of health officers who were out and about in the town centre last week.

Nearly 50 people used Wandsworth’s NHS Health Check van in a matter of days, with a further 30 residents took part in two healthy cooking sessions and 15 people signed up to become local Change Champions.

Many of those taking part in these and other services and activities received a free gym or swim membership in return for taking steps to get fit and stay healthy.

NHS Health Checks are available to all Wandsworth residents at their GP surgeries or from the mobile van if they are aged between 40 and 74, haven’t had one in the past five years and have not been diagnosed with heart disease, type 2 diabetes, kidney disease, stroke or high blood pressure.

Wandsworth Council leader, Councillor Ravi Govindia said: “The Roehampton Challenge is all about putting your health and well-being first.

“Whether it’s having a quick health check with one of our friendly experts, trying a new sport, learning to cook healthy meals or making a change to your lifestyle such as giving up smoking, we want to make sure the opportunities are there for you.”

For more information about the Challenge, visit Wandsworth.gov.uk/teamroehampton