Tony and Elma
Great idea to arrange for a pint or two to discuss possible options. I can meet anywhere that will suit both of you (somewhere between Abingdon and Didcot perhaps?) Evenings or weekends would be good - sooner the better.
Elma - I used to do a bit of beating when I lived in Cumbria and would be very interested in the chance to continue down here.
Tony - Sorry to hear you had to pay a high price for a sport you loves!!!!! (Christmas is only six weeks away)
Hope to hear from you both soon.