Russian contortionist Zlata in London

For many people it can be a struggle just to touch their toes but for this Russian contortionist squeezing and bending her body into a mind-boggling array of shapes just comes naturally.

When Zlata performs her astonishing moves she is used to drawing in a crowd and as she took to the streets of London it was little wonder she was the centre of attention.

The Russian-born performer has spent the past week wowing tourists and locals alike as she showed off her skills in the capital.