A GROUP of bird enthusiasts in Dorset are to flock to their first meeting since early last year.

The South Dorset RSPB Group is to meet for the first time in more than 18 months on Thursday, September 23 at the United Church (Cerne Abbas Room), South Street, Dorchester from 7.15pm-9pm.

The group offers members opportunities to learn more about birds and other wildlife in Dorset and further afield - and raises cash to support local nature reserves.

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The meeting will be a short AGM followed by a talk from Margaret Wellspring entitled 'Baltic Birding - Latvia and Lithuania'.

Susan Hampson, South Dorset RSPB Group spokeswoman, said: "Admission is £3 for members and £4 visitors to include coffee and biscuits. Please use the back entrance backing on to the car park opposite the library. All welcome."

For queries call 01305 265882.