A NORTH Berwick couple celebrating their diamond anniversary might have missed out on a meal with the family but were still able to enjoy their special day with a tea party in their back garden.

Pat and Ian Anderson have lived in the town since 1967 and celebrated 60 years of marriage on May 14.

Pat, 84, was born in Turton, Lancashire, and Ian, 85, is from Kilmarnock.

The pair met at a dance in Kensington Town Hall while they were both working in London: Pat at Williams & Glyn’s Bank and Ian for the civil service.

The couple married in London on May 14, 1960 and have three children – Carol, Jan and Chris – and four grandchildren: Christopher, Lindsay, Art and Rudi.

Ian is a keen walker and cyclist, often taking journeys from North Berwick to Kingston and Yellowcraig.

Pat not only enjoys gardening and keeping fit but is also a sociable person who enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Daughter Carol said: “Originally we were going to book a meal at Osteria for extended family and friends but that was not to be.”

The couple celebrated instead with a tea party in their garden at Marmion Road.

Carol said: “Both enjoyed a glass of champagne with scones on the day.”