Mr Wallace started alongside his uncle Donny Strivens when he ran the post office in Lovelace Road, when the estate opened after the Second World War. They later moved into the purpose-built Earlham Green Lane branch.
Paul Wallace on his last day at West Earlham Post Office, as he retires after 48 years. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY
- Credit: Picture: DENISE BRADLEY Copyright: Archant 2021
Knowing the service was in the capable hands of Mr and Mrs Tooze, Mr Wallace retired on January 27 to spend time with his wife Sharon and their grandchildren.
Wendy Hamilton, Post Office network provision manager, said: “We are delighted to have restored post office service to the area as we know how important a post office is to a community.