BIDFORD and District History Society is holding its first talk of the new year on Friday, January 16.

The meeting will include a talk entitled the Shazam Show: A Nostalgic Look at the Old Picture Palaces, being given by Rob Hemming.

The talk will start at 7.30pm in Laurence Church Hall, Church Street, Bidford-on-Avon.

Everyone is welcome to attend the event. Free refreshments are always served after the talks.

The charge for non-members is £4.50 and admission is free for visitors aged 18 or under.

To become a member, annual subscription is £17.00 and starts in September.

For more information contact Lisa Lear on 01789 773391 or visit www.bidfordhistory.org.uk.