Meet the Plymouth group spreading the word of Boccia - the fastest growing Paralympic sport in the world

Boccia has been a Paralympic sport since 1984. Credit: ITV News

A game for people with physical and mental disabilities is celebrating 35 years as a Paralympic sport.

Boccia, which follows similar rules to bowls but is played by wheelchair users, is one of the fastest-growing Paralympic sports in the UK.

A group which meets at the Life Centre in Plymouth is going from strength to strength - and the volunteers who run it say the sport helps with confidence, self-esteem and social skills.

Louise Regan says Boccia improves confidence and social skills. Credit: ITV News
People of all ages and abilities can take part. Credit: ITV News

The game is a test of skill, patience and concentration - with the best players competing for medals at World Championships and Paralympic games.

National Boccia Day is on Friday September 27th this year.