BEWDLEY Rowing Club has begun recruiting teams for its annual Pub and Club Regatta which will take place on Saturday, June 2.

The ethos of the event is to attract people who have never rowed before, or at the very most tried the sport only at pub and club level.

Training will start on Saturday, April 28 and entry is £50 per crew, which will involve six lessons on the water under the guidance of a club member.

Last year, the club had around 80 crews taking part, which made it the largest known introductory rowing event in the world and Bewdley is aiming to top that number this time.

Anyone who would like more details can call Chris Kowalik on 07985 952183 or go to www.bewdleyrc.co.uk/pubclub.php