A FOREST couple have been married an incredible 72 years.

Phyllis and Alec Jones were married on May 24 1947, and celebrated their platinum anniversary two years ago.

Phyllis met Alec – who is known as Len – at the Orepool Inn at Sling near Coleford.

They are now both 95 and live at Sydenham House in Blakeney.

The couple were very happy to receive a telegram of congratulations from Her Majesty the Queen.