The Hertsmere Flyers Swimming Club triumphed in a friendly Hertfordshire gala held at Hemel Hempstead's Dacorum Sports centre on Saturday.

The team fought off strong competition from Tring and Berkhamstead to lift the trophy.

There were some excellent swims with 27 personal best times recorded and four club records broken; three by Sam Munkley and one by Leah Tootill.

There were six individual victories by Ben Kohler, Robert Lanagan, Alice Muhley, Jay Munkley, Abigail Smith and Leah Tootill. Four of the boys actually swam too fast for the competition times and were awarded prestigious speeding tickets they were Luke Jones, Ben Kohler, Daniel Lever and Sam Munkley.

The Flyers really came into their own in the relays where they notched up an incredible nine first places and three second places.

Not to be outdone, the parents joined in the fun and six brave mums and dads swam for the club.

Head coach, Sue Thorpe, said: "This was an amazing night for our small club. They all swam so very well, especially our relay teams. I am very proud of them all."

The club welcomes all new members from age four upwards. The club offers swimming for fun, fitness and the chance to swim competitively either individually or as a team. If you are interested in a free trial at the Venue, Borehamwood, please call 020 8449 2053.