THE crew behind the popular Tyne Tour is hosting an open day in the aim of attracting new members.

Hexham Canoe Club have scheduled a 'come and try' session at their club's base in Tyne Green, Hexham, for 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, September 30.

Committee member Lorraine Glendenning said: "You wouldn't believe the amount of people who say 'where do you go canoeing as there's no club around here!'

"Nobody seems to know we exist, but we're here at Tyne Green and we hope to get more members."

More details are available from Lorraine at raineebear@hotmail.com.