KIND-HEARTED volunteers served Christmas lunch for people on their own.

Knutsford Lions Pat and Clive Heath and local people gave up time on Christmas Day to help combat loneliness.

A full traditional three course roast dinner was prepared by a team of volunteers.

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Town mayor Cllr Peter Coan chatted to guests and Santa gave out presents.

Knutsford Guardian: Knutsford Lions serve their annual Christmas Day lunch Knutsford Lions serve their annual Christmas Day lunch (Image: Knutsford Lions)

Lions and friends socialised with guests, who were driven from their homes to the Stanley Centre for the celebration.

Clive said: “It was lovely to have lonely people for this special lunch in the Stanley Centre again this year, even though its future is so uncertain.

Knutsford Guardian: Knutsford mayor Cllr Peter Coan presents a hamper to Eleanor McAndrew and volunteers to thank them for preparing the Christmas lunchKnutsford mayor Cllr Peter Coan presents a hamper to Eleanor McAndrew and volunteers to thank them for preparing the Christmas lunch (Image: Knutsford Lions)

“We are very grateful for Lions and volunteers, many of them help every year.

“Thank you also to the many people who donated so generously to our Christmas Appeal.”