VETERANS' welfare organisation celebrated its 90th year in Darlington as it was announced they had raised £50,000 for wounded soldiers this year.

Darlington Mayor Lee Vasey was among the civic dignitaries and guests at Cleveland Bridge Club to celebrate the Darlington Branch of The Royal British Legion's 90th birthday.

Branch chairman Andrew deCourtenay-Wellum thanked people in Darlington for their generosity in supporting The Poppy Appeal, which this had year raised £50,000.

After supper, members and guests were entertained by Jeff Wright.