Re that last post - brought back memories of the Bebside Inn at the level crossing, and also the Windmill Inn further down the road towards Blyth. I had a drink with 'Harry' on many occasions, although he was older than me, and about my father's age. He always had a smile on his face and was very jovial. Remembering things correctly, I hope, I believe he used to wear a silk cravat; and this has just come to mind, - I think he smoked a pipe.