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Tributes have been shared for a well-loved pub landlord. Dale Scott, also known as ‘Scotty’, died on 30 January aged 76 at Worthing Hospital. During his career, Dale had managed several pubs across Brighton and Hove.
In the 1980s he ran the Telscombe Tavern, before owning The Stag on Bedford Street, Brighton, and managing the Lady’s Mile in Patcham. Dale had grown up in Hertfordshire but spent a huge amount of his life living in Sussex. Before becoming a landlord, Dale had served in the 2nd battalion grenadier guards.
He was among the first British troops to serve in the troubles in Ireland. Dale adored being in the army and was also part of the trooping of the colours at the Queen’s guard. After leaving the army, Dale entered the pub business and helped to manage various Firkin pubs in London before moving to Brighton.
His sister Gloria described him as a ‘larger than life character’. She said: “Sometimes you take siblings for granted, he always driving me up the wall, but he was just very humorous. “He was very intelligent and very well-liked.
A popular character who was dearly loved.” She shared his love for cricket and his importance for charity work. He also had a keen interest in current affairs and music.
Dale’s ashes will be scattered at the Cambridge Folk festival which he attended every year..
