Basingstoke and Deane Community Leisure Trust is set to host its Big Open Weekend.

The event will take place on October 5 and 6, and will offer free fitness taster sessions, classes, and family-friendly activities.

The weekend will also include exclusive deals and fundraising activities like raffles and cake sales.

Children can enjoy face painting and games such as hook a duck, along with swimming taster sessions.

The centres participating in this event are Basingstoke Aquadrome on October 5, Tadley Health and Fitness Centre on October 6, and Basingstoke Golf Centre on both days.

Children can enjoy swimming taster sessions (Image: Supplied) Luke Charlton, contract manager for Basingstoke and Deane Community Leisure Trust, said: "We love the Big Open Weekend as it gives us a chance to showcase everything that’s good about our centres.

"The weekend gives visitors the opportunity to try out our facilities for free, and experience the kind of fun, inclusive and friendly sessions we offer at each centre.

"To see what’s on offer and to book activities, visit our website.

"We look forward to welcoming you this weekend."

"We are also pleased to announce that for this year’s Big Open Weekend, we will be supporting charities, The Pink Place and Mind."

Cabinet member for sports, leisure and culture, Councillor Kerry Morrow, said: "The Big Open Weekend is a wonderful opportunity to visit our council-owned facilities at the Aquadrome, Tadley Health and Fitness Centre and Basingstoke Golf Centre and see what they have to offer.

"These free taster sessions are a great way to discover a new form of exercise or activity for you or your family to enjoy."

To find out more, visit their website.