CHRISTINE and Neil Hamilton are marking their 20th wedding anniversary in York this evening by joining students from the University of York Wine Society.

Christine - the self-confessed "Great British Battleaxe" - is a former resident of Goodricke College and was recently made patron of the society.

The couple will be joining society members for a sparkling wine reception at Caf Barista in Alcuin College.

Nick Hemingway, society chairman, said: "The Hamiltons came to the graduation ball last year, which went down very well.

"I imagine they will be on form. I spoke to Christine on the phone and she is well up for it."

Updated: 15:30 Wednesday, June 04, 2003