John Alderton John Alderton John Alderton (born 27 November 1940) is an English actor who is best known for his roles in "Upstairs, Downstairs", "Thomas & Sarah", "Wodehouse Playhouse", "Little Miss" (original TV series), "Please Sir!" and "Fireman Sam" (the original series). Alderton has often starred alongside his wife, Pauline Collins. Alderton was born in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, the son of Ivy (née Handley) and Gordon John Alderton. He grew up in Hull where he attended Kingston High School. Alderton first became familiar to television viewers in 1962, when he played Dr Moone in the ITV soap opera, "Emergency – Ward 10". He
Rio Alderton the 72nd minute. He then dropped into non-League football joining Conference National club Gravesend & Northfleet in October 2002. In July 2003, Alderton moved to Chelmsford City, before taking a pay-cut to sign for Wivenhoe Town in December 2003. Later in the month, Alderton then signed for Aveley. Moves to Tilbury followed in October 2004, and Leyton in September 2005 – where he was made captain. Whilst at Leyton, Alderton had an unsuccessful trial spell with League One club, Brentford in October 2006. Alderton then signed for Redbridge two years later, when he was released by Leyton. He then played