THE chairman of Pyworthy Village Hall has retired after 21 years.

Elwyn Cleave became hall chairman in April 1988, supported by his wife, Mary, who was the first lady committee member.

On Monday, April 8, at the annual general meeting of the hall, a presentation was made by the new chairman Martin Brennan.

Mr Cleave was presented with an engraved tankard, and Mrs Cleave received a potted plant. The couple also were given a voucher for a meal out.