Lammy
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Lord Bracknell said:A splendidly parochial view, in my opinion!
Years and years ago, the deal between Beard's and Harvey's was that Harvey's would have NO pubs in Lewes and Beard's would have NO pubs outside Lewes.
That's why the Swan is a Harvey's pub.
I don't know whether this dates back to the days when even Harvey's Brewery wasn't in Lewes.
As a bonfire boy, you'll be well aware of how important the ancient boundaries are.
PS - any truth in the rumour that Southover will be marching on the 3rd this year?
I have to say I was quite impressed with just how anal that comment was.
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