Makerfield MP Yvonne Fovargue hosted the event at St Matthew’s Parish Hall in Highfield.
Guests tucked into a three-course traditional Christmas dinner and enjoyed entertainment provided by vocalist Helen Rae.
Among those in attendance was Wigan Warriors legend Billy Boston, who did national service.
The event was supported by Wigan Council, Wigan Unite branch and personal donations from local councillors and Ms Fovargue.
1. Makerfield Christmas veterans' lunch
Coun Paul Kenny, Makerfield MP Yvonne Fovargue, Joan Boston, Neil Turner, Billy Boston, Mayor of Wigan Coun Marie Morgan and consort Coun Clive Morgan Photo: David Hurst Photography
2. Makerfield Christmas veterans' lunch
Mandy Hurst and Edward Dean Photo: David Hurst Photography
3. Makerfield Christmas veterans' lunch
George Peoples and Sandra Brookes Photo: David Hurst Photography
4. Makerfield Christmas veterans' lunch
Simon Jury, Adriana Smilkova, Coun Paul Kenny, George Halliwell and Chris Halliwell Photo: David Hurst Photography