A Malvern fundraiser is looking for bands to take part in a competition for charity.

Gareth Parkin is hoping to set up a Battle of the Bands contest to raise funds for the Malvern Breathe Easy group, part of the British Lung Foundation.

He is looking for 16 bands from the two counties to compete for a cash prize and trophy.

Mr Parkin has also approached secondary schools and colleges in the Malvern area to ask if they could provide a venue for one of five competition heats.

"I don't have a date as yet, because I'm trying to sort everything out," he said. "I would really like to get some sponsorship for the event."

Bands can be of all ages and musical styles, but would need to pay a £20 entrance fee.

Mr Parkin, whose grandmother is part of the Breathe Easy group, said he really enjoyed organising events and wanted to support the charity. He can be contacted on 07816 946096.