COUNCILLOR-turned-author Adam Carew will be hosting an illustrated talk on ghosts next week.

The spooky night will cover tales of district hauntings and historic folklore.

Adam is a county councillor, historian and author of Ghosts of East Hampshire, the first title in his Historic Hauntings series.

The talk takes place at Bordon library next Thursday, February 9, from 7pm. Tickets, priced £4, are available from the library, through the booking line on 01420 472172, or online at hants.gov.uk/shop. Advanced booking is essential.