Fawlty Towers John Cleese backs Torbay social distancing plea
BBCFawlty Towers legend John Cleese has joined in a call for social distancing in the seaside town where the comedy series was set.
Cleese tweeted: "Going forward if I see you too close to one another I shall lay down in-between. Social distance!"
The tweet by Cleese who played hapless hotelier Basil Fawlty in the TV comedy, added "2 metres = 1 Basil Fawlty".
Torbay Council responded: "Thanks we've been working hard to spread the message here in Torbay."
And it added in another tweet: "But for some, the guidance was a little confusing."
Allow X content?
This article contains content provided by X. We ask for your permission before anything is loaded, as they may be using cookies and other technologies. You may want to read and before accepting. To view this content choose ‘accept and continue’.
The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. X content may contain adverts.
The council, in a Twitter string went on: "So we tried to think of a simple way to explain it...
"And finally, we think we've got it right (thanks to you!)."
Allow X content?
This article contains content provided by X. We ask for your permission before anything is loaded, as they may be using cookies and other technologies. You may want to read and before accepting. To view this content choose ‘accept and continue’.
The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. X content may contain adverts.
- A SIMPLE GUIDE: How do I protect myself?
- AVOIDING CONTACT: The rules on self-isolation and exercise
- HOPE AND LOSS: Your coronavirus stories
- LOOK-UP TOOL: Check cases in your area
- STRESS: How to look after your mental health
