The chairman of Formby Civic Society is set to deliver a fascinating talk on Ypres to a crowd at Formby Library.

The talk, which is free to book, takes place at Formby Library on Duke Street from 2pm on Tuesday November 14.

John Philips will speak on the harrowing battles which resulted in terrible losses over a hundred years ago in Ypres, Belgium.

The talk will also touch on the affects it had on the lives of people living in Formby during and after the war. 

To book a place at the talk simply sign up at the library, call 01704 874 177 or email formby.library@sefton.gov.uk