AN HOUR'S free coaching is being offered to beginners at Canterbury Golf Club on Saturday, October 4.

It is part of an effort to encourage participation in the game by the English Golf Union and English Ladies' Golf Association.

Anyone wishing to try golf for the first time can register with a participating venue and receive an hour's coaching. Golf balls and clubs are also provided free of charge.

Anyone interested in taking part at Canterbury should telephone 01227 462865 and ask about free golf coaching.

After the coaching session, all participants will be given information on continuing involvement in golf, including playing regularly, obtaining a handicap and joining a club. For further information visit the website:

www.englishgolfunion.org