Eexpert local naturalist Professor Tom Brereton will be giving an illustrated talk on the subject of the breeding birds of the Bridport area.

Professor Brereton will speak at the Salthouse in West Bay on Thursday, November 17 at 7.30pm.

In 2021, one of the biggest and most comprehensive surveys ever undertaken of the birds of a British urban area was completed for Bridport and West Bay.

The results were remarkable but concerning too, highlighting the need for concerted conservation efforts.

The survey was led by Professor Brereton. Special guest Gavin Haig, a local bird expert will also discuss his unique nocturnal bird recording surveys as part of the presentation.

Organisers of the talk say: "This is the first public talk of the survey’s findings and is thus an essential event for those interested in wildlife and our precious local environment."

Tickets cost £5 and are available online or in person from Bridport Tourist Information Centre or in person from the West Bay Discovery Centre.