Why is it when I'm waiting at one of Worthing's level crossings the trains that pass always appear to be the latest 21st Century models?

Yet when I make one of my rare trips by rail I am forced to endure filthy, ancient carriages?

I went to London last week and the day started well, with the impressive revamp of Worthing station putting me in good spirits.

However, once my 10.37am to Victoria arrived, it was the same old story.

The train was a disgrace. Even the graffiti was out of date - after all, Ted Heath is no longer prime minister.

The only thing that was up to date were the buffet trolley prices, with warm lager on offer at £2.50 a can.

Rush-hour in and around Worthing is proof there are too many cars on the roads and the best remedy is to provide decent public transport as an alternative.

My experience of the trains was a day-trip from hell, with the return leg taking almost two hours.

If that's the best I can hope for, especially considering the price of tickets, I will use my car every time.

After all, imagine how much it would have set me back to have taken my family with me. It can cost an arm and a leg to "let the train take the strain".

Until standards of public transport go up and the costs go down, we are destined for more congestion and frustration. It's time the Government got it sorted.

I recently had the pleasure of hosting a question-and-answer session with legendary former Albion striker Peter Ward.

After we finished, I invited Wardy and his wife over for a Thursday night out in Worthing.

Bearing in mind I'm knocking 40 and Pete's not that far off his half century, we gave the Benidorm-like town centre a swerve and plumped for the George and Dragon in Tarring.

Wardy was hungry and, thankfully, Wayne Lowrey at the nearby Parsonage restaurant found a table at short notice.

Ever the Seventies footballer, Wardy was then up for more action and suggested going on to a nightclub.

With the prospect of work in the morning, I politely declined and retired myself from the festivities at pub closing time.

However, there was no stopping Wardy and his wife, who plumped for Nineties night at The Liquid Lounge - 90p entry, 90p a drink and Nineties anthems.

I have it on good authority the former Albion No 8 was among the last to leave, having "given it large" on the dance floor.

The next day he called me and thanked me for a great night out.

He asked me if I had intentionally taken him to the best pub, the best restaurant and the best nightclub in Worthing all in one night?

Which got me thinking. What are the best pub, restaurant and club in the town?

Was I on the mark with my recommendations or are there better places out there?

I feel a heated debate coming on, with a no-expense spared night out in Worthing with me and Paul Holden for the best letter or email.