THE first tiddlywinks Olympics-style games has been held in Kidderminster, with an ex-mayor opening the event.

The Tiddlyolympics, created by regulars at the King and Castle pub in Comberton Hill, featured an opening ceremony and medal presentations.

Events included water winks, a wink sprint and tiddlyhurdles, as well as jumping events long wink and short wink.

Competitor Des Lloyd said: “We just thought it would be good to have a different take on the Olympics It’s a bit quirky and a bit tongue in cheek.”

The Tiddlyolympics took place on ‘Super Saturday’ last weekend, allowing participants to attempt to rival Team GB’s six gold medals.

The Tiddlyolympics began with a rain delay but the weather improved to allow ex-mayor of Kidderminster Mike Smith to light the flame.

Mr Lloyd added: “We lit some candles as we didn’t have a cauldron. It was something we had been talking about it for about a month and a half.

“It was so much effort and would probably have been cheaper to go to London.”