Torquay is a funny sort of place. When I lived with parents in the 60's it was our regular place for a day out. I always liked it. Certainly is a very beautiful town and bay.

It was during the 70's that young policeman got shot there I think, and rumours about gangsters and casinos started circulating.

I'm really sorry its got worse. I always loved that town. I remember seeing plays and variety shows at The Palace Theatre. There used to be a MOR folk group called Faraway Folk that had a residency at The Spanish Barn and gave great beach parties after their gig on FridaY nights.

The Devon folkscene was pretty excruciating in those days. I probably went to the worst singaround in my life at Newton Abbot. Around that time I did gigs all over the place. Exeter, Bovey Tracy, plymouth, Liskeard some folk clubs but mainly country music gigs.

Anyway I hope you have better luck with your next place, Lizzie. Dorset is quite fun - sadly The Yetties are retiring and I'll miss them