Members of a deaf charity celebrated the tenth anniversary of moving to their main centre in North Finchley.

About 55 people with hearing disabilities from the Jewish Deaf Association joined staff at the purpose built community centre on Wednesday to mark the occasion.

The guests were treated to a photo exhibition showing past events and a special celebratory Kosher meal.

Speaking for the charity, Sharon Graham said: "It was a great success and they all had a great time recounting their years gone by.

"It was a nice time to reminisce, look to the future and remember how far they have come over the years."

The charity, which was set up 56 years ago, moved from its base in Stamford Hill in 1998 to Woodside Park Road, in the heart of a largely Jewish community.

With over 400 members the JDA offers professional support services, information and a range of social, cultural and educational programmes to people with all levels of hearing difficulties.

Mrs Graham added: "For some people, especially the elderly, the centre is a lifesaver and they look at us as their family.

"The service is vital because it stops people becoming very lonely and living in a situation where they feel quite isolated."