“I started with trying to grow a beard 28 years ago, a few styles, until I settled on the full grey Rockstar Teacher beard, as family, friends and colleagues call me.

“Liverpool FC Liverbird upon my chest, Liverbeard on my face, and owner of classic Minis, and a recurve archer.

“Enjoy various music, but if I had to pick a style, I would struggle from AC/DC to ZZtop.

“Dad of four and lovingly called OPA by my four grandchildren.

“Maker and DIYer when I find some spare time.”