RISING stars of the wrestling word put on a show of strength at Alexandra Park at the weekend as part of a free family fun day organised by Platform in Easterhouse.

Glasgow Times: The bouncy castle was a popular attraction

Marlene Finnigan, 74, who lives in the East End of the city, got a real ‘lift’ from the event thanks to the wrestlers from Iron Girders Gym in the Gallowgate.

Glasgow Times: Wrestlers in action

There was a great turnout, and a varied mix of stalls, entertainment, rides and art activities, plus face painting and balloon modelling.

Glasgow Times: Balloon modelling was free to try out

Platform’s second summer festival of the month takes place at The Bridge on July 29.

Glasgow Times: Facepainting was a hit with younger visitors

 Glasgow Times: A firefighter fan gets involved in the fun