A GROUP of energetic Worcester mums are hoping their new running group will inspire others to get fit in a friendly atmosphere.

Cherry Runners was set up by mothers of children at Cherry Orchard Primary School in Timberdine Close so they could keep fit and socialise in the evenings.

It is open to all levels of fitness and ability, with some mixing walking and running, while others power walk or run the whole way.

Helena Sinclair said: “Some of us wanted to maintain fitness and some of us hadn’t done any fitness in a long time and we decided the gym was too expensive and a bit daunting.

“A few of us are not originally from Worcester so it has been great to meet new friends. I have only been here for two years and it has been wonderful for me.”