Christmas came early for a Melksham Slimming World group, as they held a festive party this month.

The slimmers sang their own version of The Twelve Days of Christmas by changing the lyrics to The Twelve Weighs of Christmas when they met at the Riverside Social Club.

Members got into the early Yuletide spirit as they kickstarted a festive mission to lose a stone or more within the 12 weeks before the start of the party season.

Their Countdown to Christmas campaign was launched with an open invitation, complete with decorations, carols and a traditional tree.

Carmen Middleditch, who runs the Melksham and Chippenham groups, said: “There’s still plenty of time to hit the party season a dress size smaller, or even more.

“Many of us may have ended the summer a few pounds heavier than we were at the start, but there’s no need to give up hope of fitting into your favourite party dress or tux.

“We held the party to show that it’s possible to easily lose a stone or more in three months, by making small, non-drastic, easy changes to eating and activity.

“Feeling happy, healthy and full of confidence could be the best present you’ll ever give yourself.”

Anyone is welcome at either the Melksham group or Chippenham.

For more information on meeting dates, times and venues call Carmen on 07828 487569.