Although it is now over a week since I heard the sad news about Tony, it is still very difficult to take it in and imagine shanty festivals without him. I was looking forward to seeing him again at Swansea and Scarborough over the coming weeks and it will seem very strange there without him. I am proud to have known Tony and agree with everything he thought best - Everton Football Club, sea shanties and CAMRA. Rest in peace, old mate!
Alan Hardy
Bitter End