WHISPERING SMITH: Farewell to Nick '“ an excellent landlord

Reasons vary, but he told me that problems with the actual building coupled with the general problems faced by any pub landlord anywhere, made it a less than satisfactory enterprise.

Certainly he has put in a considerable effort to entertain visitors and locals alike and the weekend gigs have, over the years, provided an excellent venue for local talent, of which there is plenty in Littlehampton. Nick also offered regular spots to out of towners like Willy and the Bandits, Willy Austin and my own favourite The Joss Peach Trio, acoustic jazz with steak and chips for a tenner, real value, that. I also recall a summer’s afternoon golf charity match organised by the pub and played on the nearby pitch and putt course. Our team were determined to win by fair means or foul and, I suspect, it was by the latter we claimed victory. The inn is a real ‘local’ and as a listed building, is likely to continue being so. Thanks, Nick, and good luck, a fabulous last night and delighted to hear that you are not leaving Dodge.