Led by Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Angi Gavin, Warwickshire Police is giving women and girls the chance to get out and about while chatting about personal safety.

More than 65 residents have already joined the force for walks in Warwick, Nuneaton, Stratford, Southam and Leamington since the beginning of August.

Part of its work to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG), the walks are open to women and girls living and working in Warwickshire.

Under 14s can take part if they are accompanied by an adult and Angi is keen for more people to get involved.

She said: "It's been lovely to get to know women and girls from across the county and be able to play a part in making them feel safer in their communities.

"We've received some great feedback so far, with one woman describing the walks as empowering and another who doesn't usually go out in the evenings saying she felt safe and enjoyed talking to other women.

"You don't need to let us know in advance – just turn up and join in!

"We're passionate about building trust and want to create a safer environment for women and girls across the county so please get involved."

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Walks will be taking place:

Warwick - Friday 20 December (1.30-2.30pm)

Meet: Café in St Nicholas Park, Banbury Road, CV34 4QY

Stratford-upon-Avon - Wednesday 27 November (5.30-6.30pm)

Meet: Entrance to Shottery Fields, Shottery Road, CV37 9QQ

Leamington - Monday 2 December (5.30-6.30pm)

Meet: Bandstand, Dormer Place, CV32 4AE