Free event at Ilkeston Library: The story of Evelyn Pike

Local people have the chance to hear the remarkable story of Evelyn Pike at Ilkeston Library on Tuesday 13th October from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

The story will tell about her determination to become a nurse which took her from a mining background to nursing in the First World War; and then on to a illustrious career in South Africa.

The book will be on sale at the event and all proceeds will go to Cancer Research.

To book a FREE place,  contact the library on 01629 533275 or email ilkeston.library @ derbyshire.gov.uk