LOVERS of the great outdoors are invited to enjoy the upcoming Bank Holiday weekend on the towpath at Tardebigge.

The Worcester-Birmingham Canal Society is holding a weekend of events at Tyler's Lock, London Lane, as part of National Outdoor Week.

There will be around 50 narrow boats moored at the lock, a barbecue, entertainment, stalls, refreshments and a pig roast.

A race of rubber ducks down the canal will take place in the afternoon, where everyone is invited to sponsor a duck.

Tots will be kept entertained with a painting competition and games.

All funds raised from this outdoor event will go to the society.

The weekend of events begins on Saturday, May 3, running through to the Bank Holiday Monday, May 5, and last from 10am - 4pm.