DOB: 18/03/35
Marital status: Widow
Address: Keepers Cottage
Occupation: Retired
First arrived
Alan moved to Beckindale in 1982 when he became Estate Manager for NY Estates, where be proved himself to be disorganised, untrustworthy and lazy in the first few months of the job. However, he is now a reliable and trusted member of the Emmerdale community.
Memorable scenes
Alan surrounded by bikers while astride a Harley Davidson – dressed all in white.
About the actor
In 2002 Richard Thorp celebrated his 20th year in Emmerdale and is the longest serving member of the current cast.
