A LIFE-CHANGING experience is up for grabs for young Barry residents keen on having a sailing experience.

Barry Town Council, in association with the Tall Ships Trust, has launched the Barry Marine Youth Award for 2015.

The award involves an all-expenses paid voyage, in UK waters, sailing as a member of the crew aboard the tall ship Stavros S Niarchos.

The award, available to Barry residents aged from 12 to 25 years, will offer the opportunity to make new friends, enjoy new and unique challenges and sail aboard a magnificent ocean going square rigged tall ship.

Applicants need to complete an application form and submit a short written statement of 500 words about what winning the competition would mean to them and how would it develop their skills and abilities.

Applications are welcome in English or Welsh.

Deadline for applications is extended to April 4.

Winners will be selected by April 30.

Further details and application forms can be obtained from Barry Town Council on 01446 738663 or via info@barrytowncouncil.gov.uk

Applications should be sent to Barry Town Council/Tall Ships Competition, Council Offices, 7 Gladstone Road, Barry, CF62 8NA.