SET sail for an open day and careers event with a nautical theme this weekend!

Blackpool and The Fylde College's Nautical Campus, Fleetwood, will be open to visitors on Saturday, February 9, from 10am-4pm.

The public will be able to voyage on the ship simulator, visit the radar station overlooking Morecambe Bay, watch a survival demonstration in the offshore training pool and talk to cadets, staff and representatives from shipping companies about life at sea.

Damian Crowley, head of the School of Maritime Operations said: "The open day is a great opportunity to visit the Nautical Campus and experience our specialised facilities."

For more details phone course enquiries on (01253) 504343/504344.