Alio, what a pity you missed it but Bernard has been busy (where does he find the time?) and has posted details of the weekend here - with pictures Extravaganza 5

It was a lovely weekend, and the Railway and Linnet provided an excellent venue with many of the guests paying tribute to this new home of the Open Door. The room felt very comfortable and the sound quality felt good - most memorably so when John Kirkpatrick played 'When Jones' Ale Was New', but the strength of the building's fabric was also tested by 'When All Men Sing' led by Rich in an incredibly deep bass voice.
There was also a delightful moment when George, at the top of the room, was singing his heartwarming song about the fair when he was joined in the chorus from the back of the room by Hilary - and the two voices made a wonderful bridge of sound across the room.
It was quite noticeable that the guest artists responded to the warm and friendly atmosphere, and gave very relaxed performances - singing and playing with an infectious spirit of enjoyment. I loved hearing Roger Edwards (no relation!) talking with such vivid enthusiasm about the tunes he and Martin played.
So thanks to Pauline and John for organising this event, to Bernard for conducting the singarounds with such élan,to the staff of the Railway for hosting this event (especially Adèle for her cheerful helpfulness) and, on a personal note, to Harry and Sara for their hospitality, but above all to all the artists, and singers and audience who together made this so memorable.