01:27AM, Thursday 30 August 2012
Known for his cheeky chappy persona in classic television shows such as Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, Dennis Waterman is back in business.
The 64-year-old actor was at the relaunch of his new pub, The Emperor, in Blackpond Lane, Farnham Royal, with his business partner Martin Flood.
The pair had taken the pub on after visiting it as customers.
Dennis said: "I have been living in the area for around 30 years and the pub was our local. It came up on the market so me and Martin decided to take it on.
"I'm more of a sleeping partner as Martin is doing a lot of the work but I lend a helping hand when I can."
The Emperor will be run by husband and wife Andy and Lynn Foulkes, from North Wales. Head chef Alex Pearson, previously of Tummies Bistro, will be delivering a traditional but quality menu using local produce.
The ninth series of New Tricks began on Monday, and Dennis talked about the departure of co-star James Bolam from the show.
He said: "It was very sad when James decided to leave but he has his reasons. I don't mind telling you there was a few tears when he left.
"Denis Lawson has joined the team to play a new character, he is a fantastic actor and has fitted in brilliantly.
"It's brilliant that people seem to enjoy the show after nine years, I have been reading the scripts for the next series and they are very good."
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