AN ENTHUSIASTIC audience greeted Sam Hammer from Dorset Wildlife Trust when he visited the Weymouth and Portland Cruising Association to talk about The Portland Project.

His talk gave an insight into how Portland’s landscape is expected to change over the next few decades.

On Tuesday, Dan Winter from HM Coastguard will be talking about the development and future of this respected search and rescue agency.

At present, HM Coastguard is going through a fundamental review of its role and resources and Dan will give an insider’s view of the implications for maritime users.

The talk at Castle Cove Sailing Club is open to all and will commence at 8pm with the bar open from 7.15pm.