Hi,

The Jolly Angler brings back many fond memories for me - I spent perhaps more time than I ought to in the JA while I was a student at UMIST many years ago. There was no music in those days, though we played a lot of pool . I've been to the Heatley Club (and the Thorn before it) many times and can vouch for its friendly atmosphere and quality residents - Graham Sowerby is an exceptional songwriter who deserves much more recognition for his songs though I'm not sure if he is as involved as he used to be.

Anyway, I must try and get along to the JA sometime, though I must admit to leaning more toward the 'diddly diddly' these days.

Ian S