The natural world is home to some truly astonishing and dramatic life forms you may never even have heard of! So we’re delighted to welcome amazing evolutionary biologist, broadcaster and author Professor Ben Garrod as he shares the wildest facts about some of the most iconic species in his book, Zombie Worms and Blue Dragons: Celebrating 100 Iconic Life Forms.

From tiny bacteria and brain-controlling fungi, to ancient sprinting crocodiles and the largest dinosaur to have ever lived, this eye-opening event is packed with jaw-dropping science and incredible species, spanning plants, animals and fungi that will change the way you see life on Earth.

Venue: Lansdown Hall

Tickets: £7, on sale from 11 September from the Sub Rooms box office