Blackheath born comedian, Simon Day, is set to return to his home town before the launch of his new book, Comedy and Error.

Day, famous for portraying characters such as Billy Bleach, Competitive Dad and Dave Angel: Eco-Warrior, in seminal comedy series The Fast Show, will be appearing at Blackheath Halls this month to talk about his story of drugs, crime and comedy.

News Shopper: Fast Show comedian to return to Blackheath

Describing his life with extraordinary candour, he will offer an insight into his journey from the early days, to his descent into addiction and homelessness and on to meeting a young Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer, setting him on the road to stardom.

Simon will be appearing at the Lee Road venue on Saturday, June 18 from 7.30pm and tickets cost £12. To get hold of yours, call 020 8463 0100 or visit the Trinity Laban website.

News Shopper: Fast Show comedian to return to Blackheath