DOZENS of ex-seamen will drop anchor in Kirkby Lonsdale on Friday (April 18) when the town hosts its annual Naval Tea Party.

The event, at The Institute, has been organised by the charity Friends of the Sea and is open to all ex-seafarers and their relatives from 2pm-4pm.

Speaking will be Admiral Sir John Kerr and the Merchant Navy Association and Royal Naval Association will also be present. For details telephone Alan Day on 015242-71715.