Couple celebrate platinum wedding anniversary in the Vale

In what was a truly heartwarming scene, Bill Knowles and his wife Maureen went one better than platinum, celebrating their 71st wedding anniversary.

In romantic photos, Mr Knowles showed you’re never too old to dress to impress for the love of your life as he donned a suit and tie, with a rose in the lapel to remind wife Maureen just how dapper he is.

Mr Knowles, 94, met Maureen at a dance party and married in 1952. They have three sons and a daughter.

Mr Knowles dressed to impress as they celebrated their wedding anniversary (Image: Supplied)

The platinum couple celebrated at MHA Morel Court in Penarth (Image: Supplied)

The platinum couple celebrated their massive milestone among friends and family, and the kitchen staff at MHA Morel Court in Penarth prepared an assortment of party food including a cake with lots of sherry, bubbly and presents!

After the party, Mr Knowles said he was absolutely delighted to be able to hold the anniversary celebration at the care home.

“All the organising was impeccable and the spread and cake were up to my standards,” said Mr Knowles.

“My guests were all very happy with the day.

“Maureen and myself enjoyed seeing our family together and of course my friends at Morel Court.

“I want to thank everyone from both me and Maureen for letting us hold our 71st Anniversary here.”

June Mansell, community coordinator for the home, said it was an honour to be part of celebrating such a special event.

“Bill made the arrangements for the party himself and we were happy to support him,” said M Mansell.

“He invited all the guests himself and it was a lovely day.

“Having Maureen live close by worked really well and we were able to give them both a memorable party

“We were all very happy to be part of their special day and it was a pleasure to see them both.”