SIR – About 20 years ago, my son was due to go to Weston-Super-Mare for an interview. Heavy snow put an end to his hopes, so it was agreed I take him by car one evening a few days later.

I had no idea when he would be free so I spent the time just wandering about.

I remember seeing the pier from the promenade. What a different scene in January in freezing conditions. I was frozen stiff.

He got the job, still lives there, and is married.

PHIL PEGLER,

Worcester.