A standard RNLI collection box proved to be a little on the small side for the Elizabeth Barn in Tunbridge Wells. Donations from patrons built up so quickly that a giant Martell bottle had to be used in the end - collecting a total of £109 for lifeboat funds.

General manager of the restaurant, Philip Sorak, pours out the collection to Jane Alexander, Honorary secretary; and Eddy Hannan, press officer of the Tunbridge Wells branch.

Photo: Courier Newspapers.