I decided to drive over night to Southampton to avoid the Sunday morning holiday traffic and get rested before an early morning television show in London on Monday.

It was Jim’s last day with me. He has fitted in with everyone very well and has made the tour absolutely stress-free for me. I have made a new friend and hopefully we will keep in touch. Thanks Jim.

Another Jim came to see me, Big Jim Sullivan. We first played together at the '2 I’s' in 1957 and have performed in various bands over the years, most notably The Wilde Cats with Marty (Wilde).

After a great show, we drove overnight to a London hotel as we were due to appear on the TV show 'This Morning' the next day.