Pub down to two last regulars begs for more custom

A landlord down to his last two customers in the credit crunch has put up signs outside his pub begging for more.

Publican Tim Gibson, 43, failed to attract drinkers with meal deals and flyers stuffed in letterboxes.

So he stuck blackboards on the pavement outside the Royal Oak in Blean, Kent, pleading for business.



One reads: “Wanted. Customers. No experience needed as full training will be given. Please apply within.”

He put up another aimed at wives which says: “Free husband creche. Is he getting under your feet? Leave him here while you shop — just pay for his drinks.”

“We’ve got a small group of regulars — well, two at the moment — but it’s not enough.” Andy Brown, one of the remaining regulars, said: “The only good thing is you get served straight away.”