THE countdown has begun to the British Fish Craft Championships, coming to Cleethorpes for August Bank Holiday weekend.
An eight-page brochure detailing all the competitions that make up the centre-piece of the weekend has been produced, in what is seen as a major coup for the area, and something that could pull in the crowds.
Speaking at the launch at Grimsby's Fishing Heritage Centre, Gary Hooper, immediate past president of the National Federation of Fishmongers, said: "This will be the first time this prestigious event has taken place in what is viewed by many as the home of British fish and we are looking forward to a warm welcome, we are also really excited to be working alongside North East Lincolnshire Council who will be sponsoring the event for the first time.
"The National Federation of Fishmongers are delighted to have been invited to hold The British Fish Craft Championships in North East Lincolnshire.
Taking place within the grounds of Cleethorpes Leisure Centre there will be a seaside backdrop to the competition.
Ahead of the competitions on Sunday, there will be a day of demonstrations and an attempt at a Guinness World Record for the largest fish finger.
Further demonstrations and seafood sampling will take place on the Monday, with a filleting competition for local processors being lined up.
Several Grimsby seafood firms have followed the local authority's lead in backing the event, with individual competitions and collective awards sponsored. The deadline for entries is August 9.
To enter ,visit www.fishmongers.info/craft/entryform.pdf
