The Deputy Mayor of Great Aycliffe, Councillor Barbara Clare and the Deputy Mayoress joined over 80 older people and their carers from Newton Aycliffe and the surrounding area at a social event at the Xcel Centre on Thursday 2nd August.
A representative from the County Durham Community Foundation which part funded the event, was also present.
The event was hosted by Cloud Nine a charity based in Xcel Church and the theme for the event was “Proud to be British”.
The visitors came from care homes or older people living independently. They were entertained by a local choir, “The Meltones” and were encouraged to join in with many of the songs which were all linked to the theme “Proud to be British”. They then had afternoon tea.
All those who attended had a great afternoon and are looking forward to the next event later in the year.
