A PARTY to celebrate the 90th birthday of former Kelly College maths teacher Lyall Pierson was recently held at the Terrace Restaurant in Tavistock.

As well as teaching maths to several generations of boys — and later girls — from 1949 to 1983 — Mr Pierson held the post of second master and house master of Hazeldon House.

He was also an accomplished gymnast, remains a keen photographer and he commanded the school's RAF Cadet Section.

Among the many guests were former colleagues, students and well-wishers, including members of the Hilliard Society of Miniaturists, of which Mr Pierson and his daughter Rosalind are founding members.

Not surprisingly the occasion was one of good cheer and abundant reminiscence.