JUBILEE spirits took a sporting turn in Shrivenham when locals flexed their muscles for fun.

Around 40 budding athletes descended on the recreation ground to try their hand at anything from football to fishing.

Working off the excesses of Monday's picnic and party in the park, competitors were faced with 10 different physical challenges. These included netball, tennis, badminton and cricket.

But darts and golf also featured to slacken the pace. By far the most unusual activity was Aunt Sally an old fashioned Oxford pub game which involves throwing coconuts to knock the doll Sally down.

Ken Downton, 62, who helped organise the event on Tuesday said the overcast weather did not deter the community from taking part.

He said: "There was a great atmosphere with everyone determined to have a great time, come rain or shine."

To reward these energetic efforts, an evening barbecue was held at Shrivenham Bowls Club.