STUDENTS petted farm animals to de-stress in exam season.

Reading University Students Union put on their annual mobile zoo last Tuesday (May 2) as part of their Relax with RUSU campaign.

Students were treated to ducklings, rabbits, guinea pigs, ponies and more.

Frankie Hirtenstein, 21, said: “The petting zoo was great. Every year it really helps me to de-stress in the middle of my exams and get a needed break.

“It's always really popular with students. I've gone every year I've been here.”

The campaign encourages students to take a break from revision with the activities provided by the union during the summer exam period.