Two well-known faces in Muirkirk have recently celebrated a working milestone.

Marion Ward and Barry McDade celebrated their 25th service anniversary working with John Dawson Butchers in Muirkirk.

Hailing from the village, both Marion and Barry have become a friendly face that people now recognise, during their years.

John Dawson Butchers' business owner Diane Dawson explained that the pair have become invaluable.

Diane said: “Marion and Barry have been hugely important members of the team over the last 25 years and we wanted to mark this great achievement and let them know how much we appreciate them.”