A PARTY for Trowbridge's older population had a festive feel at the Civic Hall on Sunday.

The Christmas party for the Older People's Sunday group was the culmination of a year of monthly meetings.

Frome-based Mrs B's Caring and Catering cooked a full Christmas dinner for over 160 elderly revellers and entertainment was provided by ballroom dancers Don & Cindy.

Bill Austin, manager, said: "It was an opportunity for the town council to bring older people of the town together to have a fun and enjoyable afternoon with entertainment and have some company.

"Most of the people who turned up were cooing about the day and I have already had Christmas cards and letters from people saying what a great time they had."

Local businesses donated gifts and cash to a raffle and town mayor Glynn Bridges acted as compere.

The monthly event is organised by Trowbridge Town Council and free transport for elderly people is provided.

For more information contact Bill Austin on (01225) 762439.