A GREAT-GRANDMOTHER has finally hung up her mop and retired from her cleaning job after 46-years of service.

Nora Dobson, 83, of Kirkbymoorside, cleaned the public toilets at Farndale located on the North York Moors National Park.

She retired from her post in the North York Moors National Park Authority owned toilets at the end of last year.

Mrs Dobson worked for Ryedale District Council which serviced the facilities.

She said: "I have met a lot of different people from all over the world throughout my working life.

"Many of them have commented on how clean the toilets are and how tidy the toilet block is – which has given me extra pride in my work.

"The job has been part of my life for such a long time but I am looking forward to spending more time with my friends and family."

Over the years she has met over 40,000 people from around the world who have visited Farndale.

Mrs Dobson received a long service award from Ryedale District Council and a cash bonus for her years with the authority.

Beckie Bennett, Streetscene Manager for the council, said: "Mrs Dobson’s efforts over the years have been greatly appreciated and we wish her all the very best in her retirement."

David Smith, southern area senior ranger for the North York Moors National Park Authority, said: "I am extremely grateful for all Mrs Dobson’s hard work in keeping the facilities at Farndale so clean and tidy."