GLADYS Thornton celebrated her 100th birthday in style at the Rock of Ages nursing home with a big birthday bash.

Gladys, right, who lived in Platt Bridge and used to be a professional photographer has been at the Firs Lane, Leigh home since it opened in 1990.

And the staff, family and friends were on hand to make it a birthday to remember for Gladys.

The officer in charge, Frances Battersby said that Gladys had a great time.

She said: "She really enjoyed herself and she loved having her family around her on such a special day."