Under 16s and over 60s will be able to enjoy swimming for free for longer in Merton.

The Merton Pool’s Swim 4 Life times will be extended from today to allow eligible swimmers to swim from 7am on weekdays.

Changes apply to Canons Leisure Centre, Morden Park Pool and Wimbledon Leisure Centre.

Swim 4 Life is part of a two year, nationwide initiative to tackle obesity and get people fit.

Under 16s can register for free online at gll.org/freeswimming, and over 60s can produce their Freedom Pass or other valid proof of age at any of the participating leisure centres.

For a full timetable visit your leisure centre or gll.org