Hundreds of children in Shropshire have taken part in free scooter training.

The training, which ran from August to October, was part of a programme to encourage active travel.

Shropshire Council received grant funding in March from Active Travel England to promote active travel initiatives like walking and cycling.

The initiative saw 250 children attend a week-long campaign during the summer holidays at leisure venues across the county.

They participated in Level 1 Scootability training, delivered by Team Rubicon.

The course taught basic skills such as balancing, turning, and braking, before advancing to navigating narrow pavements, moving obstacles, and one-handed signalling.

A further 400 students from five schools involved in the School Streets pilot also received a week of training.

Councillor Ian Nellins, deputy leader of Shropshire Council and cabinet member for climate, environment, and transport, said: "Encouraging active travel is a key part of our strategy to reduce carbon emissions and improve public health.

"The success of the Scootability programme is a testament to the enthusiasm of our young people and the dedication of our instructors."

Councillor Kirstie Hurst-Knight, cabinet member for children and education, added: "It’s wonderful to see so many children participating in the Scootability training.

"Not only does it promote physical activity and road safety, but it also instils a sense of responsibility and independence in our young learners."

The Scootability programme is part of a broader initiative by Shropshire Council to reduce carbon emissions and improve public health.