A GOLDEN invitation has gone out to couples celebrating 50 years of marriage this year.

Couples who got married in 1953 are being sought to take part in the annual Golden Wedding service of thanksgiving at Ripon Cathedral. The service, which this year will take place at at 3pm on Sunday June 15, will also include people celebrating their 60th and 70th wedding anniversaries.

Anyone interested in taking part should contact the Rev Peter Dodson at the Chapter House in Ripon Cathedral on 01765 602053.

Updated: 11:32 Wednesday, April 02, 2003