September’s quiz was a little different. It was our first since the passing of Roger Cudlip, the much loved landlord of the Tom Cobley, and it would not have felt right to carry on as though nothing had changed. So, alongside the usual rounds, we ran a special one in his honour: the Roger Round.
Every question was about Roger himself, and there was no shortage of material. His was a wonderful and colourful life, and for one round at least he got to be the subject of the quiz rather than the man behind the bar. It was a chance for everyone in the room to remember him together, and to share a laugh doing it.
The honours went to Friends of Maddie, who clearly knew their landlord best. Their prize was a hamper of Roger’s favourite foods:
- Ritz crackers
- PG Tips tea
- Kit Kats
- Various Heinz soups
- Dates
- Coke Zero
- Warburton’s crumpets
A splendid autumnal picnic for sure, and one we suspect Roger would have happily tucked into himself.
As for the main event, Cobley Wanderers took the September title with 169 points, while Friends of Maddie, Bow Barkers and Blow-ins finished in a three-way tie for second on 158.
Thank you to everyone who came along, played the round and shared their memories of Roger.
Cheers, Roger