ONE hundred and forty-eight senior citizens of Bude enjoyed an afternoon tea party, organised by the town’s Rotary Club.

Either making their own way there or being collected by members of the club, they were treated to afternoon tea and sandwiches, followed by mince pies and clotted cream.

Organising 148 coats and making sure they go back to their rightful owners is just one of the tasks carried out by the Inner Wheel of Bude, who support the event and help serve the food and tea afterwards.

The event was hosted by the Falcon Hotel and the afternoon’s entertainment started with a slick performance by Mark Rosser, followed by St Petroc’s School Choir singing a variety of Christmas songs.

Rounding off the afternoon was Roy McKenzie on his keyboard and Nick Chadd, who led the carol singing.

A Bude Rotary Club spokesperson said: “The feedback from our guests when they were leaving was quite heart-warming while Dorothy Horwood said they were the best sandwiches ever and the mince pies were delicious. Many thanks to all those who made the day possible.”