I have to admit that I did not ask about the availability of a jacketed companion, so perhaps I was a bit hasty. To be fair, I have heard good things about Sheffield and I imagine that they also are irritated by the rules under which they have to operate.
Their problem in this respect is that all their local competition are very relaxed, and a quick radio call to announce your arrival is all that is necessary. Hence I usually fuel up at Tatenhill or Derby or maybe Nottingham.
By the way, what is the landing fee at EGSY for an R22?