MULLED wine, mince pies and new friendships were on the menu at a special Christmas Day party in Milford Haven last week.

For the third year in a row, guests who might otherwise have spent the day by themselves were treated to a free lunch and an afternoon of festive fun at the Pill Social Centre.

Councillor Guy Woodham, who organises the event with his partner Cllr Colin Sharp, said he had been delighted to see so many people get involved this year.

He said the individuals, couples and families who had volunteered their time had helped deliver a special day for guests, adding that he hoped this year’s success would convince others in future to not shut themselves away on Christmas Day.

“Without our wonderful volunteers, Christmas Together wouldn’t exist,” said Cllr Sharp.

Also playing a huge role in the event were chef Scott Gregory, from Caddies Cafe, Haverfordwest, who brought his whole family and nine members of staff with him to help cook up and serve a delicious three-course meal.

DJ Mark Devonald also gave his time for free, providing music for the whole afternoon.

Cllr Woodham also thanked the Port of Milford Haven, Austwel Engineering Ltd, Milford Haven Town Council, Valero, RWE nPower, Milford Haven Slimming World, the Waterloo Club, Mount Post Office and Shop, South Hook LNG, South Hook CHP, Milford Haven Quakers and the numerous individuals who had made a donation towards the day.