Visit to The Clink Restaurant, HM Prison High Down, Sutton. 13 May 14

 On Tuesday, 13th May a party of Crawley Catenians had lunch at the Clink Restaurant, High Down Prison, Sutton. About half had been on the previous visit three years ago. We can't show any photographs as cameras were strictly forbidden.

"The Clink Charity will continue to change public perception of prisoners. Through the work and training at The Clink Restaurant at HMP High Down we can pave the way to a brighter future for those who want, and deserve, a second chance at life." Alberto Crisci, MBE, founder.

Brother Richard Emms sent an email afterwards to the Governor, which sums up the experience:

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From: Richard
Sent: 13 May 2014 18:58
To: High Down Clink Restaurant; High Down Clink Restaurant; Christopher Moore
Subject: The Clink, High Down

Dear Governor Peter Dawson,

My wife and I attended a lunch today and we would like to congratulate all concerned for a most enjoyable occasion.

You, Governor, are to be congratulated on offering such an innovative and very different type of function. The politeness and congeniality of our servers stand as testament to the success of this innovative form of rehabilitation. The behaviour of the catering team left us wondering how such delightful people could warrant being in prison. Again, a sign of your success.

So far as the catering team is concerned, they made us so welcome and relaxed, just like an expensive restaurant. The conversational interaction was a delight. The food was excellent and its presentation wonderful.

Once again, congratulations to you all

With kind regards

Richard & Gerry Emms