A TALK on British seaside resorts will be given to the Durham branch of the Historical Association.

John Walton, Professor of Social History at the University of Central Lancashire, Preston, will give the talk, called History and Heritage - the 20th Century Seaside, next Tuesday, in Alington House, The Bailey, Durham.

Prof Walton has published extensively on the history of tourism, resorts and regional identities in Britain and Spain and is currently acting as consultant for Blackpool's bid for World Heritage Site status.

The talk starts at 5.30pm and admission is free. Everyone is welcome.