The story of 20 couples who all married in 1980 and featured in their local newspaper, the Brighton and Hove Gazette. We discover what's happened to them in the intervening 25 years.
We learn of hardship and loss, and of happiness and love. As the couples talk we gain moving and funny insights into the very heart of relationships – why do some work so well and others fail?
Arguments are a common theme and, according to these couples, these are usually about sex and money. Four of the 20 marriages ended in divorce within the first 10 years, with two more following in the next decade. Twelve of the couples celebrated their silver wedding anniversary and they're not entirely sure how they have done it.
We want to hear from you about your relationship. What's your advice to people about to try to make a life together? What should they do to make it a success and what should they avoid? Tell us your advice now and we'll publish the best tips in a special Wedding Days feature.
If you want to find out more about the nature of your relationship take a few minutes and complete our special quiz.