I don't think Good Grief should be put off by some of the people who post here- after all, if they are the only ones in Sidmouth it will be a small gathering indeed.

I won't be there myself this year- I can't afford the time off, I'll be on the boat just beforehand and I tend to prefer that these days when it comes to a straight choice.

But this year could well be more relaxed than previously- it's expected to be smaller, which means less pressure on campsites and pubs. Last time I was there, turning up as a last minute decision, I had to camp at the caravan site a couple of miles west along the coast, which made for a long stagger home in the dark. But it was worth every step, trip, slip, bruise and bramble scratch. I almost gave up my solipsism.