roaring trade

The Bramley Moore pub, directly opposite, is doing a roaring trade, with Elton John's 'I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues' belting out over the speakers.

Slightly shabby and old school, with its wood panelling, trophy cabinets and a carpet that has seen better days, it does a roaring trade with a younger, after-work crowd.

Until it was closed, Strangers' bar also did a roaring trade, particularly in the summer months when it serves drinks to thirsty punters on the Commons terrace, enjoying spectacular views of the Thames.

Starter Culture does a roaring trade in bringing artisan cheeses from across Europe to Glasgow's bustling Southside.

But even as business owners in both countries begin to dream of a return to the roaring trade of 10 years ago, the rapprochement faces an early road — or, rather, sea — block.