A COUPLE from Frizington have recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary... and have shared the secret to a long and happy marriage.

Janet and Brian Byers celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary at the start of September.

The couple were married on September 1, 1962 and have shared a happy life together ever since.

Janet and Brian have three daughters and a son.

Whitehaven News: Brian and Janet on their wedding day on September 1st in 1962 Brian and Janet on their wedding day on September 1st in 1962

Janet and Brian have shared their formula for a long and happy marriage, saying: "You should always give and take.

"You need to have perseverance and never go to bed on an argument."

The couple celebrated the big occasion by enjoying a meal with family. Their two daughters are treating them by taking them on holiday in September to Cyprus.

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