By 1971 the average National UK wage (for men) was Â£28 per week. Based on a 40 hour week and post decimalisation Bitter at 12.5p / pint One hour's work would buy 5.6 pints.
springer spaniel. n. 1. (Breeds) either of two breeds of large quick-moving spaniels bred to spring game, having a slightly domed head and ears of medium length. The English springer spaniel is the larger and can be of various colours; the Welsh springer spaniel is always a rich red and white. n.
The Welsh springer spaniel and red and white Irish setter differ considerably in size, with the latter considerably taller. At maturity, male Welsh springer spaniels stand 18 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder, while females range between 17 and 18 inches.