WARRINGTON boasted a host of medallists in the Matt Fiddes Martial Arts British Championships in Reading.

Charlotte Pennington came home with a first place in forms red belt-black belt, while Warrington’s Reece Hampton took first in the sparring red stripe.

Sophie Longton and Nathan Heywood enjoyed third place finishes in sparring and forms red belt-black belt respectively.

Charlie Lightfoot, Olivia Pennington and Charlotte Geoghegan also represented Cheshire at the event.

Steve James, of Matt Fiddes Martial Arts Cheshire, said: “The children have worked so hard to get to this level.”

For more information on local schools, e-mail Steve on steve@mattfiddescheshire.co.uk.