I would like to thank everyone involved in anyway who helped me to celebrate my 70th birthday on March 1 at The Ropemakers pub in Bridport.

To Lesley for organising the evening, to Geraldine and John for hosting it and the amazing Ropemakers staff behind the bar, front of house and Tom with his guys and girls in the kitchen who produced a wonderful and plentiful buffet, including the centrepiece from Caroline of Leakers Bakery. Not forgetting my guests from far and near to make the evening an unforgettable one and for the lovely presents, cards and best wishes as well from those who were unable to be with us.

Thank you again to everyone and I must not forget a big thank you to all the guests who brought along their four-legged friends, who were all impeccably behaved.

As a result of the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals bucket on the bar, the sum of £101.09 was raised, of which the cheque has been sent to their head office. Thank you to everyone who contributed.

Roz Copson

Bridport