Portsmouth library goes Victorian for World Book Night

The city’s Central Library, in Guildhall Square, is hosting the action on Saturday, April 22, from 1pm.

It will feature a talk on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle – creator of the Sherlock Holmes novels, who lived in Portsmouth from 1882 – by Doyle expert Alistair Duncan.

There will also be a three-round Victorian-themed quiz.

Entrance to the library event is £3 and includes tea/coffee and cake. To register, email [email protected]