A COUPLE from York are celebrating 60 years of marriage today.
Doris and William Redhead, of Acomb, York, are marking their diamond wedding anniversary in the company of their family at a city centre restaurant.
Their love story began at the Empire, where William asked Doris to dance.
Doris and William were married at St Aelred RC Church in Fifth Avenue in 1966 (Image: Contributed)
Though she declined because she was already courting, William insisted on walking her home and boldly told her he would marry her one day.
Two years later, his prediction came true.
The couple wed in St Aelred RC Church in Fifth Avenue on October 8, 1966, surrounded by friends and family - William was 19 and Doris a year younger.
William pictured here in Rowntree Park with the couple's children Shaun, Louise and Lisa (Image: Contributed)
Doris’ parents, Joan and Joseph Wilde, and William’s parents, Fred and Dolly Redhead, were present.
William’s sister, June Wood, served as bridesmaid, and Doris’ brother, Frank Wilde, was best man.
The celebration continued with a wedding breakfast at The Spotted Cow.
William and Doris outside York Minster (Image: Contributed)
They have spent their lives in York and Acomb, where they built a family together.
The couple had three children—Shaun, Lisa, and Louise, who sadly passed away in 2011.
Doris and William are grandparents to Lindsay, Hayley, Sammi, Madison, and Olivia, and their great-grandchildren are Katie-Jane, Tyler, and Henry.
Doris pictured with daughters Louise and Lisa (Image: Contributed)
William worked as a builder and later founded York Builder Ltd, earning a respected reputation in the local community.
Doris dedicated her career to caring for others, eventually becoming manager of Oakhaven Care Home in Acomb.
The couple have always loved Yorkshire and, in retirement, enjoy walks around York Minster, strolls by the river, and weekends in Knaresborough.
William and Doris on a River Nidd walk in Harrogate (Image: Contributed)
They also spent time at a second home in Brittany, France - built by William -where they created "many wonderful memories" entertaining family and friends.
When asked about the secret to a happy marriage, William said: "We love each other.
"We have arguments, but we never stop loving each other.
"We always tell each other, and we always kiss before we go to sleep."
Doris and William's daughter Louise pictured here with her mum and dad at their 40th wedding anniversary (Image: Contributed)
Doris said: "Being there for each other when it's needed, no matter what.
"And having two TVs so you don't fall out over what you're watching!"
The couple will mark their diamond anniversary with a family gathering at Rustique in Castlegate, followed by a stay at the Dean Court Hotel.
Doris and William said they hope to have a room overlooking York Minster.
In a message to the couple, their loved ones said: "Happy Diamond Wedding Anniversary, Doris and William, with love from all your family."