Much-loved resident 'pest control' park cat retires

A much-loved resident cat that has been on "pest control" duties and had "quite the reputation" for stealing lunches at a national park has retired.

Mr Tibbs has been a member of the estates yard team at the National Trust's Clumber Park, in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, for 15 years.

The trust said due to his increased medical needs, he has been given a new home with a former staff member and was "settling into retired life very well".

The charity said the feline was well-known for his demanding nature, adding he will be "greatly missed" around the yard by staff and volunteers.

The National Trust said over the last 12 months Mr Tibbs' medical needs have increased and his base with the rangers and garden team was "no longer a safe place".

The charity said the long-standing member of the Clumber team has seen many changes over the years at the park.

"He never scored particularly highly in his personal development reviews," the trust said in Clumber Park's social media post.

"His attitude often left a lot to be desired, and he developed quite the reputation for stealing lunches.

"Despite having absolutely no management responsibility, he remained remarkably demanding and always expected more from those around him.

"Still, he was much loved by staff and volunteers alike, and he'll be greatly missed around the yard."

The team wished Mr Tibbs a "long and happy" retirement.

"[We] fully expect him to be treated like the king he already believes himself to be," they added.

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