BOOKWORMS in Chard gathered to discuss their favourite reads at a town centre pub last week.

The Wetherspoons-owned Cerdic pub held its first book group meeting last Wednesday.

Author Annie Porthouse launched the event and handed out copies of her novel Dear Bob for members to discuss next month.

She said: “Chard could well benefit from this book group - sometimes it's great just to switch off the telly and settle down with a good book.

“It's even better if you can get the opportunity to discuss the book with friends – and perhaps even make new friends too!”

The next book group takes place on Wednesday, November 11, at 6.30pm.

Members are pictured with their copies of Dear Bob.