A HUSBAND and wife from Warrington have quit smoking together after 40 years of cigarettes.

Dave Lonsdale, 63 and his wife Anne, 54, live in Croft and started smoking when they were teenagers.

After attending Warrington's LiveWire stop smoking services in June, the duo managed to quit smoking and haven't looked back since.

Anne said: "It all started because me and husband are not of good health.

"He has sleep apnea and I have angina.

"I just thought, you are not getting any younger, so we decided that enough was enough and we went along on the same day."

Anne stresses that part of the reason they have both succeeded is because they had the support of each other.

She explained: "We had each other to egg on.

"Because we were both in the same room it made it so much easier.

"There were days when we still got those urges and it had its ups and downs but if someone is with you from day one it really helps."

The pair made use of LiveWire sessions which include one-to-one appointments, drop-in sessions and online support.

Advisors work with people to create a quit plan by setting a quit date and giving handy tips on how to overcome craving barriers.

Anne said: "We found them at LiveWire very helpful and they said they would always be there for us.

"I found it strange when I went on holiday and didn't smoke.

"I was walking past loads of people who were smoking and I was really surprised with myself.

"I have not turned against anyone who smokes because to stop it has to be on your terms.

"But if you are going to do it then do it and don't look back."

Ruth Armstrong, lifestyles advisor at LiveWire, said: "Anne has done phenomenally well and has been positive throughout her quit attempt, which really helped.

"It’s lovely when we see someone go through their quit journey.

"It can be difficult sometimes but it really is worth it in the end and we’ll be with you every step of the way.

"For advice and support on giving up smoking with LiveWire you can contact us on 0300 003 0818."

LiveWire offer services across Warrington which can be found on their website.