Reply to Malcolm.

The Sair Inn did indeed have a large duck in residence at one time, I knew it well. It also had a dopey looking dog and several scrawny black cats which pissed in the corners. I think the menagerie belonged to Ron the Landlord's ex ex partner and all disappeared when she left. I must say it smells a lot sweeter now (now the pets have gone, that is).

Cheers
Sarah