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Speedy's
Can't remember if I messaged about this before, or where I put it, if I did.
I was all positive then:
cafe seemed to have changed hands, still some of the same staff and all of the Sherlock photos still there..
However, I have just had a return visit,
I was surprised to see Chris, the original manager/owner there.
So when he brought my coffee, I expressed this.
It was one of those, I almost wish I hadn't asked moments.
But I did feel sorry for him.
He absolutely poured his heart out:
is desperate to sell, cannot find a buyer and is losing money.
He is working extra hours, just to try and keep his head above water...
so it seemed a bit insensitive to ask about the memorabilia, if he does sell!
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- Yitzock
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Re: Speedy's
That's too bad that he is going through a rough time, as so many are these days. I always thought it would be fun to see the place if I ever get to visit London, but if they have to sell I guess that's the way it is. And hopefully the memorabilia will have a home no matter what.
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Re: Speedy's
Oh that's a shame. Maybe it's a reflection of the state of the country at the moment! And maybe it's less of a tourist attraction than it was a few years ago. It must be so demoralising to be putting so much work on and losing money.
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Re: Speedy's
Here I am again, with my twice yearly report:
Speedy's still there, with its memorabilia.
Continues to both attract Sherlock tourists and serve yummy food.
Chris, the owner, seemed quite chirpy.
I said I hoped to see him again on my next London trip, in 6 months time.
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Thread Starter- Yitzock
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Re: Speedy's
That's nice to know that they have been able to continue on after that rough period.
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Re: Speedy's
Well I expect he is still trying to sell, but plodding on.
Fairly quiet today, but the staff assured me that was because of people clearing off for the weekend.
I should really post regarding my Sherlock related theatre trips...
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Re: Speedy's
Good to hear that it's still going, although I hope the owner does manage to sell if he wants to. And good that ti's still popular.
