More than 80 family members gathered to celebrate the occasion, which all started thanks to a shidduch at Lubavitch London 50 years ago.

Former Manchester Mesivta headteacher Phaivish, 71, said the secret to his long marriage to 72-year-old Chana was “believing in and supporting each other in our work and everyday roles”.

The couple have eight children and one grandchild or great-grandchild for every year of their marriage.