PROFESSIONAL Anglers' Association qualified coach Neil Sarkar is running a week of fishing events throughout the Christmas holidays designed to give Malvern youngsters the chance to catch that fish of a lifetime.

Commencing on Monday, December 22, children can choose between learning how to fish for big pike and zander or large carp using specialist methods.

Neil said: "Many local children are avid anglers but are reluctant to try fishing for big fish as they often think that it will be too complicated or that the equipment will be too expensive. Throughout the week I will be teaching the youngsters the methods needed to catch what for many of them will be that fish of a lifetime.

"I will be supplying all tackle and bait so even raw beginners can come and give it a go. For safety reasons however, I have to limit each day to only four anglers, so booking is essential."

Neil also runs Team Hooked, a junior fishing club held at Brockamin Fishery each Saturday and new members are always welcome.

To find out more or to book a place call Neil Sarkar at Hooked on 01886 888369 or 07903 529872 (m).