JAM scones along with music and laughter are the ingredients for a wonderful day of fun when a town holds its annual tea dance next month.

The event, a highlight on Darlington’s social calendar, promises to transform the town’s market square as the young at heart take to the dance floor and relive their youth.

Organised by GOLD – Growing Older Living in Darlington, the tea dance attracts hundreds of people to Darlington every year.

This year will see an extra special effort with the Queen’s 90th birthday as the theme of the day.

Colourful bunting will decorate the square and the popular Little Big Band will knock out tunes from yesteryear bringing back memories of times gone by at the event which is on Thursday, August 11, at 11am.

A spokesperson for GOLD said: “It truly is a wonderful event and we look forward to it so much every year.

“It is a lot of work and our volunteers put so much effort in but it is worth it when you see so many people coming together and enjoying themselves.”

Those joining in can expect a free cuppa and a Jam scone as the traditional refreshments.

There will also be a host of stalls to browse offering information about services in the area and a huge hamper draw.

The spokesperson said: “We would not be able to do what we do without sponsorship and we have a lot of individuals and businesses who have either donated prizes or money or food and refreshments for the day.

“Some of these people give us things every year and their loyalty and kindness is appreciated so much.”

The spokesperson said: “It really is an event for everyone. We hope to see both young and old from all over the region come to our market square and dance the day away.”