Pupils in Patchway were treated to an afternoon with former Wales rugby international Chris Horsman.

The front-row forward visited Patchway Community College to support the school's participation in the Sky Sports Living for Sport programme.

During the visit, a group of pupils challenged Horsman to a game of rugby after spending time with him hearing about his own inspiring story of struggle and success through sport.

Horsman, who played for Bath, Bridgend, the Celtic Warriors and Worcester before a career-ending injury, said: "It was a pleasure to meet the young people at Patchway Community College and hear about their involvement in Sky Sports Living for Sport.

"The project can help pupils in so many ways and they have already used it across a number of subjects. I hope that their experience with the scheme, and hearing my own story, will give them the encouragement to be the best they can be."

Sky Sports Living for Sport is a free online tool that has been designed for young people aged 11 to 16, encouraging them to take on different activities and learn new sports to help them reach their potential.

Horsman is one of 17 sports personalities visiting schools and colleges around the country.

Emily Bottell, from the community college, said: "Chris Horsman's visit represents the culmination of many weeks' hard work by this group of students, during which they have learnt numerous important skills.

"Most crucially though, they have seen how, by pulling together, getting involved and being active, they can achieve something, feel good about themselves and get healthier in the process."

Schools and organisations in Bristol who would like to learn more should visit www.sky sports.com/livingforsport.com.