A SURPRISE party has been held for a devoted couple to celebrate 60 years of marriage.

Patricia and Anthony Calpin tied the knot on March 23, 1957 at St Wilfrid’s Church, in Duncombe Place, York.

They both worked at the Rowntree’s factory throughout their working lives.

To mark their diamond wedding anniversary, a surprise party was organised for them at the Flag and Whistle pub, in Huntington, and they were joined by family and friends.

Patricia, 79, and Anthony, 82, have three children, five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Speaking about the get together, Patricia said: “It was the biggest surprise of my life. The best night ever.”

The pair had always lived in York until two years ago, when they decided to move to Bridlington.