PADDLERS in Pershore are drumming up support for a charity dragon boat race.

The event, organised by Pershore Greyhounds dragon boat group, is in aid of Help for Heroes and starts at 10am on Sunday, from behind the Angel Hotel, High Street, Pershore.

People can still enter teams, which need to consist of 10 members with a drummer, and each will have a minimum of three 200m races.

The fastest teams go through to the grand final and a Chinese dragon trophy are presented to the first, second and third placed teams.

The entry fee is £250 per boat or £25 per crew member. For more information call 01905 356628 or e-mail keithburton42@gmail.com.