A PENRITH car dealer will celebrate more than 50 years in business next year.

Jim Walton Penrith Ltd will celebrate 55 years in business. Throughout the year, they will appreciate the journey the business has taken, celebrating their staff, customers and celebrate their local community.

They are proud to sponsor Penrith Rugby Club, a local ground to the business and one used by their family.

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Stephen Walton, director of Jim Walton Penrith Ltd said: "We are excited to be celebrating 55 years in business, we would like to use this as an opportunity to not only celebrate our business, staff and customers but also the local community that has supported us throughout our 55 years.

"Penrith Rugby Club is a hub of entertainment, used throughout the week for training as well as weekend match days. Our niece is a member of the under 16's girls team, so Penrith Rugby Club was an obvious local attraction to support. We have lots planned to celebrate our 55 years anniversary, keep your eyes peeled for more."

Charles Graves, president of Penrith Rugby Club, said: "We are thrilled to have Jim Walton Penrith Ltd sponsoring us, their support is extremely important. As a club, we rely on local businesses supporting us, it is great that Alan and Stephen recognise us as somewhere that they would like to give back to. We look forward to working with Jim Walton Penrith Ltd."