A LOCAL sporting hero ensured a summer community fete got off to a flying start on Saturday.

Worcester Warriors scrum-half Jonny Arr opened the event at Perry Wood Primary School in Saint Albans Close, Ronkswood, Worcester, surrounded by adoring fans.

Children and families were able to make the most of the warm weather from 11am to 1pm, with a whole host of activities and stalls on offer.

The 23-year-old Worcester-born former Royal Grammar School pupil progressed through the academy ranks at Sixways and has gone on to make 98 appearances for the club.