A COUPLE from West Huntspill celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary with an extra special old friend.

David and Carol Wood were joined by their family for their happy 50 years of marriage on Saturday, August 13. 

The family had managed to arrange for the old family VW Campervan nicknamed Smudge owned by the couple in the 80s, in which the family shared fond memories, to collect the couple from their home.

This was the highlight of a wonderful day packed with lots of surprises, including a phonecall from Michael the only grandchild not to be able to make the day as he was on holiday.

Present owner of 'Smudge' the campervan, Mike Slawin, said: "It was a pleasure and an absolute honour to be part of such a special day."

David and Carol said: "Our day has been perfect from beginning to end, but the ride in smudge was just the best, it brought back so many treasured memories.