FREE blood pressure checks are being offered in Keighley on Saturday (Apr 22).

The town's Rotary club is joining forces with the Stroke Association to stage a session in the Airedale Shopping Centre, between 10am and 2pm.

The event is being held as part of Know Your Blood Pressure Day.

Rotarian Liz Joyce said: "The day is all about raising awareness of the link between high blood pressure and stroke.

"Rotary is supporting the Stroke Association with events throughout this month and the rest of the year.

"Stroke strikes every five minutes in the UK, but with sessions like these we hope to change this. A blood pressure test is quick and painless – and it could save your life."

Alexis Wieroniey, for the Stroke Association, says high blood pressure often has no symptoms and is more common than many people think.

"That's why we're urging as many Keighley residents as possible to take a moment and have theirs checked at Saturday's event," she added.

Blood pressure checks will also be offered at community events throughout the year. Visit stroke.org.uk/kybp for details.