EDIBLE insects will be on the menu when teachers at a Newport school take on an eating challenge to raise money for charity.

Pest control company Rentokil Initial UK will be visiting Lliswerry High School, Newport, on April 4 as part of its school tour across the UK.

As part of the tour the firm's 'Pestaurant' gives people a chance to try a range of ready-to-eat insects, like plain-roasted locusts and curry crickets. 

The Pestaurant team also share interesting facts about insect eating, as well as discussing why insects can provide a viable and sustainable food source.

Teachers at the school, which also supports the MNMUK charity, will be taking on an eating challenge at lunchtime to raise extra cash.

The Pestaurant team will bring some large edible insects for those brave enough.

Those watching will be encouraged to donate a minimum of 50p to raise money for the charity working to prevent the spread of malaria.

Phill Wood, managing director at Rentokil Initial, said: “As a global leader in pest control and washroom hygiene, Malaria No More UK is an important organisation for Rentokil Initial to support.

“We are delighted to be contributing to such a great cause by taking our educational initiatives out on the road to UK school children.”