The Latchmere Herons Junior Angling Club has organised four more events for anyone aged nine to 16 who has a passion for fishing.

The club began five years ago and has been growing from strength to strength with an entry this year into the London Youth Games, where they finished eighth.

Club chairman David Gray said: "We hire a mini-bus and take the children, both boys and girls, to fishing sites anywhere within the M25.

"I know the children get great enjoyment from the competitions which help them to interact with others, and teach them about the environment."

Prizes include rods, tackle boxes and other fishing equipment.

Competitions are being held at Battersea Park on August 8, Bedfont Lake on August 15, Studio Lake on August 22 and Pickett's Lock on August 29.

For more information about Latchmere Herons call Mr Gray on 0171 228 6157.

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