More than a hundred people are watching a suburban skiing event, where competitors ski with blocks of ice strapped to their feet.

The Surbiton Ski Sunday is underway at St Mark’s Hill, where a 21-meter ski track has been set up for the keen participants.

Those who sign up for the event get blocks of ice strapped to their feet and slide through a track surrounded by spectators.

The world record of suburban skiing formerly held by Captain Rob Smith, who skied down the 21-meter track in 12.53 seconds, has been broken today.

The new world record holder is Jack Dimes, with the impressive time of 10.56 seconds.

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