THIS year marks the one hundredth anniversary of the end of World War I, so it is a most timely moment to see the critically acclaimed stage show of Sebastian Faulk’s novel Birdsong.

Running at the Wyvern Theatre from Tuesday to Saturday next week, (March 20-24), Birdsong has been adapted for the theatre by Rachel Wagstaff, and it tells the story of a young Englishman called Stephen Wraysford and his passionate but dangerous affair with Isabelle Azaire, a relationship that turns their lives upside down.

As the Great War begins, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Battle of the Somme, and the network of tunnels that lie deep underground. Stephen clings to the memory of his love for Isabelle, as the horror of war unfolds around him. This story of love, courage and comradeship is set both before and during the Great War, and the stage production has been seen by more than 200 thousand people.

Tickets for the performance, which starts at 7.30pm each night, with 2pm matinees on Thursday and Saturday, are £16.50 to £25.

Post-show afternoon teas will be served after the matinees.

To book, call 01793 524481 or visit swindontheatres.co.uk