DEER stag impersonators from all over the globe will be descending on Exmoor again on October 18 for the 11th annual Bolving World Championships.

Bolving is the name given to the call that red deer stags make in the rutting season, and the bolvers will try to imitate the deer.

Points are given for style, authenticity, and how successful they are at getting a real stag to answer their roar from across the wild, deep valley.

Exmoor National Park ranger Richard Eales said: “If you would like to join in and test your vocal chords to the limit, then just turn up on the night and enter.

“Entries are a minimum donation of £2, and all of the money raised will go to the Devon Air Ambulance Trust." 

A framed photograph of a stag has been donated by Mike Sherwin as a prize, and as usual, the winner will receive the Phil Ferris Shield.

Kids should get practising to take part too as Mr Sherwin has also donated a picture for the best junior bolver. Would-be bolvers can meet up with other competitors at The Rock House Inn in Dulverton at 5pm or just turn up at Draydon Rails at 6pm.

After the competition, it's back to the pub for the results, presentation to the winners and a prize draw and action. For more information, contact Richard Eales on 07772-989737.