National Trust imposes chandelier ‘tax’ over Only Fools and Horses jokes

Anyone repeating lines from sitcom episode encouraged to pay donation to help with conservation costs

If your job involves caring for chandeliers, one of the hazards is repeatedly being reminded of the classic scene from Only Fools and Horses when the hapless Trotters smash one in spectacular fashion.

Conservators cleaning the chandeliers at the Bath Assembly Rooms have heard the jokes so often that they have imposed a tax" on any visitor who reminds them of the moment - or admits to thinking about it.