A couple retiring from running a pub after more than 20 years have thanked customers and staff for their friendship and for being a part of their lives.

Landlords Jean and Ray Meredith will be pulling their last pints at The Plough at Langley next weekend.

The pair took on the Sutton Road pub 21 years ago after running the Two Brewers in Shoreham for seven years.

Although Mrs Meredith admits they have some "trepidation" about leaving – she says it’s not a job but a way of life – she is confident new manager Paul Bates will continue the success they have had.

She said they are looking forward to getting their weekends back and spending time with their three grandchildren.

"All good things come to an end," she added.