A DINAS Cross pensioners’ group will be getting together for a festive celebration thanks to a gift from a national charity and an energy distribution company.

Cyngor Henoed Dinas Cross Age Concern has had a Winter Celebration Grant from Age Cymru and Western Power Distribution as part of a campaign to combat loneliness and isolation.

The Dinas Cross group will use the money to hold a festive event during the winter months to support vulnerable older people in the local area.

Mr Bryn Lewis from the Cyngor Henoed Dinas Cross Age Concern said: “We’re so pleased to receive this generous grant from Age Cymru and WPD.

“This gives us the opportunity to hold a fun-filled day for older people in Dinas Cross who might otherwise miss out the Christmas spirit.

“Thanks to Age Cymru, through the Spread the Warmth campaign, and WPD we can give our local older people a day to remember and some company over the festive period.”

Victoria Lloyd, Age Cymru’s Director of Influencing and Programme Development added: "We’re pleased to give Cyngor Henoed Dinas Cross Age Concern this gift through the Spread the Warmth campaign, with WPD’s support to combat loneliness during the cold winter months.

"Our campaign highlights the importance of looking out for older people in winter and we’re delighted to be able to support local groups with this important work.”’