THE Gravesend Open beach fishing competition on Sunday, October 22, is still open to new entrants.

The event, sponsored by the Gravesend Messenger, Gravesham Leisure and Dolphin Angling Centre, has a £500 prize for the overall winner, with £250 up for grabs for the runner-up and £150 for third place.

The draw for zones will take place at 8.30am on the day of the event, with fishing from 11am to 3.30pm.

Entry fee is £10 for adults and £5 for juniors and senior citizens, with the total prize fund standing at £1,500. Awards and prizes will be presented at 5pm outside the Ship & Lobster pub.

Application forms can be picked up from Dolphin Angling Centre in Queen Street, Gravesend.