AN OTLEY couple have celebrated 65 years of marriage.

Ronald and Mary Brown, from Pegholme Drive, received a congratulations card from the Queen upon reaching their Blue Sapphire wedding anniversary.

Originally from Leeds, the couple - Mary's maiden name was Thompson - were married at St Martin's Church, Chapel Allerton, on July 25, 1953.

Together since they were both teenagers, the Browns have five children, 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, with 'another on the way'.

Daughter Christine Crossley said: "They are very happy and still very much in love.

"What an achievement!"