LANDLORD Mick Mills is counting the cost of a 'generous' customer who stayed at the weekend.

The man booked into the Amport Inn on Friday evening and explained how he was related to a family who used to own the inn.

"Over the weekend he built up a rapport with locals, getting very friendly with some and buying them drinks," said Mick.

"He ran up a bill of more than £230 for food, accommodation, and drinks - and then he promptly ran off on Monday morning."

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