By Russell Marshall
AS A Love Parks Week activity, The Friends of Forest Park Drive are hosting a Tug O War taster session from 7.30pm on Tuesday 28th July (Tonight).
Anyone is welcome to come along to Forest Drive Park and learn about this wonderful sport. Long time coach and pulling expert Bill Meston will be on hand to share an overview of what is involved, techniques and objectives and hopefully show some willing participants that it’s more than just pulling a rope.
As one of the worlds oldest sports, Tug O War dates back over 4000 years and has ancient roots in Egypt, Greece, India and China where it was often used as a training exercise for warriors. More recently it was featured as a medal event in the Summer Olympic games from 1900 to 1920. Today the sport is featured in The World Games.
More information can be found on our website, Tug O War Taster Session : 28th July 2026 – Friends of Forest Drive Park