A KIND Powys couple who celebrated their wedding did so without any gifts - instead asking guests to make a contribution to the Wales Air Ambulance.

On the most special day of their lives, the generous couple, Jayne and Dylan Andrew, decided to raise funds for the Wales Air Ambulance Charity.

The couple got engaged in 2018 and instead of a gift registry, they selflessly chose to raise money for Wales Air Ambulance and asked family and friends to make a donation.

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“We decided to support Wales Air Ambulance as we live in a rural area with a young family,” Mrs Andrew. “We have both participated in competitive sports in the past such as rugby, motorsports, horse riding and triathlons.

“Thankfully neither of us has ever had to use the resource however, with our family growing we wanted to support the charity to ensure its accessible in the future.”

After postponing their wedding three times due to Covid-19 restrictions, the couple finally tied the knot in front of their loved ones in August 2022.

The wedding was held in Llandyssil Church, followed by a reception at Mrs Andrew’s family farm in Abermule.

To spend more time with family and friends, the couple carried on the celebrations across the weekend which led to even more fundraising.

“A charity luncheon and promise auction was held to extend the weekend,” added Mrs Andrew. “Family and friends generously supported us to raise money for the wonderful charity.”

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The support the couple received exceeded expectations and they raised a staggering £5,520.

Jane Griffiths, Wales Air Ambulance’s Community Fundraising Manager, said: “Firstly, I’d like to pass on my congratulations to Jayne and Dylan on tying the knot.

“As a Charity, we are extremely grateful that they chose to support us on the most special day of their lives. We would like to thank everyone who contributed and a special thank you to Jayne and Dylan for their selfless act.

“Every donation helps to keep our service running, enabling us to serve the people of Wales and save lives.”