OVER 25 people took advantage of a dinner and some company at the Lyttelton Rooms on Christmas Day.

The event, held by Malvern Priory, was aimed at the homeless and those who would have spent the day alone.

"All the people who came had a very nice time," said organiser Richard Ditchburn. "We had Christmas carols afterwards and there was plenty of food for everybody.

"Most people who came were elderly or single people who were on their own and would prefer to be with a larger group."

Mr Ditchburn thanked everyone who donated food for the event and added: "We had a lot of volunteers helping which was great."