Three birdmen will fly across the Atlantic to take part in a contest.

The annual International Bognor Birdman competition offers £25,000 for anyone who can fly more than 100m after launching themselves off Bognor pier.

Inspired by the competition, the US state of Massachusetts is holding its own event this summer.

The top three contestants will then fly to Britain - by plane - to take part at Bognor.

The Bognor event will be held on Sunday, August 11.

The closing date for entries is February 28. For details, call 01903 737500 or email birdman@arun.gov.uk