Retired from acting to run an antique business in Builth, Wales. Was
also an expert furniture restorer.
Frequent performer on the London West End stage. On screen, featured regularly in the 'Carry On' films.
He made over 150 films before his retirement.
In his later years he ran an antiques business in Watlington, Norfolk and hosted a television series 'Treasure Chest in which he talked about family heirlooms.