Hey folks, guess what’s back in the spotlight? It’s the well-known Pizza Express in Woking! You might remember it as the unexpected alibi in Prince Andrew’s 2019 bombshell Newsnight interview. Recently, the former prince hit the headlines again, which has got the residents of Woking talking!
Many locals are still divided over the controversy that put their town on the map. Some residents, like Karen Weir, see the funny side and don’t mind the attention. “It’s good to see Woking mentioned! It doesn’t bother me. It’s not negative,” she says. Others, however, aren’t buying into the whole Pizza Express visit story. Local resident Barbara openly questions the narrative, saying, “There’s no way that man was in there that night. Absolutely no way.”
On a lighter note, Pizza Express has been flooded with amusing reviews poking fun at the whole saga. One review hilariously asked, “Do you deliver to prison? Asking for a friend.” Another reviewer took a jab at Andrew’s notorious sweat claims, saying, “Profuse sweating is an issue for him, but thanks to your world-class air conditioning, he didn’t sweat at all.”
With a mixture of disbelief and British humour, the whole episode has turned into a bit of a local legend. Emma, another local, humorously summarized it: “I think it’s a lie. It’s a funny association. It hasn’t tarnished the town. British self-deprecating humour came through… but I’d rather not have the association.”
Through the humour and scepticism, Woking remains on the map while its famous pizzeria keeps serving slices with a side of speculation. What’s your take on this saucy slice of royal drama? 🍕👑
Do you think this adds a quirky charm or unwanted fame to Woking? Share your thoughts in the comments!