A NORTH-East church is joining a nationwide attempt to set a new world record for the number of couples renewing their wedding vows.

Sunderland Minster is thought to be the only church in the region taking part in Marriage Week UK, which runs from February 7 to 14 and is organised by the Big Promise, a campaign celebrating marriage.

Couples are invited to reaffirm their vows before enjoying afternoon tea and light entertainment on Saturday (February 8).

The current world record stands at 1,087 couples.

Participants must take their wedding certificate and a form of photo ID.

Rev Fiona Collin, a curate at the minster, said: “This event will offer couples the opportunity to celebrate and share their good news stories.

“My husband Neil and I will be taking the opportunity of reaffirming our vows at the service.

“We have been married for almost 32 years and to have this opportunity to celebrate and reaffirm our commitment to each other and to God alongside many of our Sunderland Minster friends seems perfect timing.”

The event starts at 5pm. For more information, call 0191-565-4066.