I was interested to read the letter about the Brighton Belle (February 17).

In the Fifties and Sixties, I frequently travelled on this wonderful train and never had a reason to complain. It was even perfectly safe to get off the 11pm Belle from London.

I remember one complaint, though a petition from Lord Olivier who was incensed kippers had been taken off the breakfast menu.

Breakfasting passengers were politely asked to sign. The next week, the kippers returned.

-Ann Webster, Burgess Hill