A Bury military museum said goodbye to a key member of its team as he retired. 

Paul Dalton used his rich military knowledge and experience in his roles as a custodian and tour guide at The Fusilier Museum in Bury.

The museum,  one of only four fusilier museums in England, is home to the collections of The Lancashire Fusiliers and the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers.

When the museum moved to its present site on Moss Street in 2009, Paul was central in the design and development of the new museum which documents more than 300 years of history.

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Paul received regimental recognition at a special lunch to celebrate his work, which was presented by Regimental Secretary, Colonel James Denny.

He said: "Paul has a long-standing connection with the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers and has undertaken many roles during his service with us.

“He has also undoubtedly been a museum stalwart and has played an integral part in the museum’s success story as a leading attraction, venue and business.

“We will miss Paul and his sense of humour dearly but know he will remain constant even in retirement. I wish Paul all the very best as well as a long and happy retirement.

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Paul had been an important part of museum by driving the introduction of various temporary exhibitions, providing key historical facts to support exhibit and researching and documenting emotional Fusilier stories.

He provided guided tours for visitors of all ages, including school groups, using his strong knowledge of military history and personal anecdotes.

Paul has been involved with the Ministry of Defence (MOD), the regiment and museum for more than 33 years.

He said " I've thoroughly enjoyed all of my time spent with the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers in various roles and most latterly at The Fusilier Museum.

“Both will hold a special place in my heart, and it was a great honour to be awarded official regimental recognition on my retirement.

“I will miss daily life in the museum, the school visits and tours I hosted as well as the team but I'm very excited about starting the next chapter in my life."

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Paul's connection with the regiment dates back to 1988 when he began his career as non-regular permanent staff with the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers.

After serving with the Regiment, he transferred to the Royal Army Medical Corps when they took over the primary responsibility for the Castle Armoury, Bury in 1999 and trained to become a medic.  

Paul served in the second Gulf War as a volunteer and took up the role as site supervisor at the Castle Armoury, which was closed in 2022, when he returned before becoming the Fusilier Museum custodian at the former Wellington Barracks.