He was a founder member of Rushden Amenities Society and has been their secretary for 39 years, and he is a councillor. Having been involved with his friend, the late Arthur George, in the fight to save Rushden Hall, he has an excellent knowledge of the Hall and its history.

The proudest moment for Clive was in 1985, when, as Chairman of the District of East Northants he had the honour to greet Her Majesty The Queen when she visited the area to tour her local Duchy of Lancaster estate holdings. When Rushden was granted town status in 2001 he held the post of Mayor. Clive is a member of the committee running Rushden Museum, and has always tried to preserve our history. His own home is a testimony to this - having had the house built to his own style using all manner of rescued items from local properties that had been demolished. Currently Clive is re-caning an old chair, taking carving lessons, and also enjoys stewarding at Deene Park and at Rushden Museum.

William Wood (left), Clive's grandfather, made this sign and Clive did the signwriting, and they donated it to the Council for Rushden Hall Park.