Hmmm, well I do think that Wetherspoons' cageyness, from my conversation the other day, says something.

They'd have to be aware of dodgy activity outside their establishment. How could they not...
Anyway, their reticent tone was telling. Possibly the kids are known to some staff..??

Curious Satcher - did you part with any ransom money for the return of the cards (they would've been unsafe anyway wouldn't they)?