1948-9: Bournemouth Wine Co., 1950: Vintners Scholar, 1951-1960: Simon Bros & Co Ltd., 1960-1970: Deinhard & Co Ltd (Director), 1970-1990: H Parrot & Co Ltd (Chairman) 1957: Passed Master of Wine Exam, 1967: Chairman Institute of Masters of Wine, 1964 –80: Served on Council of Institute, 1968-78 Examination Panel Theory and Practical.