David Daker was born in 1937 in the West Midlands.   He is perhaps best known for his role of Harry Crawford in the popular television series “Boon” which ran from 1986 until 1995.   His films include “O Lucky Man”in 1973 ,  “I Bought A Vampire Motorcycle”, “Stardust” and “Aces High”.   Link to British Film Forum thread on David Daker here.