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Peter Standing Outside The Old Buoy

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Peter Cocks at The Old Buoy

Where Kent’s North Downs drop into the English Channel, like the more publicised Margate, Folkestone is a South East England coastal town that attracts a wealth of ex-Londoners who want the cultural vibrancy without the sprawl, the pollution, and the sky-high prices. With streets that are bursting with colour, a thriving creative community, and a wealth of options for arts, and entertainment, it’s easy to see why Peter Cocks ended up here.

The Old Buoy Opening Times
Peter Laughing outside The Old Buoy

With nearly two decades working in live children’s television in the revered Saturday morning slot, where creativity and chaos regularly collide in the quest to keep kids entertained (one of the show’s he starred in was called Ministry of Mayhem), Peter is at home around colourful characters. These days, rather than writing for Basil Brush or causing hilarious havoc in front of the camera, alongside his cabaret and other creative ventures, Peter is to be found serving up mussels, chips, and Belgian beef stew to the discerning clientele of his local The Old Buoy, an authentic Belgian bar set up by his good friend Thierry.

“I think my style has changed very little since I was about 18. I’ve always dressed quite traditionally, but I've always liked buying classic hard-wearing clothes; quality pieces that don't go out of fashion.”

Linen Overshirt hanging on chair
Peter standing outside The Old Buoy
Desert Boots with turned up Drill Jeans

A fan of classic American and French workwear, such as drill jeans and denim coats, Peter also has a penchant for accessories – especially hats and scarves, admitting to being  “a Truman Capote-level scarf fan”. Having drawn on many sources and influences over the years, he would struggle to put a name to or concisely define his style, thinking of it as generally quite plain and minimal, featuring lots of navy blue, black and grey, with the occasional foray into more “loud” items.

Peter at Folkestone Harbour Railway
Folkestone Harbour Railway

Here Peter wears a pair of Peter Christian Drill Jeans in stone, with Classic Desert Boots: “I really like suede desert boots because they're forgiving on the feet for the older gent! Saves you wearing ‘Claire Rayners’ – or trainers.” Above the waist we have a cobalt blue safari-style Linen Overshirt over a lead grey 100% Italian Merino Polo Neck. “It feels really good.” To set off the outfit in true Peter fashion, a red Birkin Spotted Silk Scarf and Haydock Fur Felt Hat in tan. Cheers, Peter. Now then, I think it’s time we checked out those mussels and a Belgian beer…

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Where Kent’s North Downs drop into the English Channel, like the more publicised Margate, Folkestone is a South East England coastal town that attracts a wealth of ex-Londoners who want the cultural vibrancy without the sprawl, the pollution, and the sky-high prices. With streets that are bursting with colour, a thriving creative community, and a wealth of options for arts, and entertainment, it’s easy to see why Peter Cocks ended up here.

 

 
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