COCA-COLA is hosting a series of quirky free activities in Lickey Hills Country Park on Saturday, as part of National Walking Month.

On May 20, Birmingham City Council, ParkLives and Coca-Cola Great Britain will be leading 'Myths, Tales and Fairies: Stories of the Woods', which includes a nature trail and Japanese forest bathing.

The activities are part of the 'One Big Walk in the Park' initiative, and aim to help participants explore the mental and physical hyealth benefits of being among trees.

Steve Hinton, park ranger at Lickey Hills Country Park, said: "It can be hard for people to find time to enjoy their local parks, but something as simple as going out for walk can be a great way to spend more time outdoors as well as staying active.

"Our walking sessions led by Friends of Lickey Hills on Thursday mornings are always very popular with local residents and I’m hoping that ‘One Big Walk in the Park’ at Lickey Hills Country Park this Saturday will encourage more people to get involved.”

Birmingham is one of 10 cities nationwide taking part in the scheme, as part of a £20 million commitment by Coca-Cola Great Britain to invest in community programmes.

The event will run from 2.30pm to 3.30pm, starting at the park's visitor centre in Warren Lane. Visit parklives.com to book a place, or turn up on the day.