I hope Roger Hayes is right when he predicts that Sidmouth will survive even if not in the same form as previously.

I attended for the first time this year so cannot comment on how it compared to previous years.

I enjoyed myself but found the programme of events for those of us who don't sing or dance somewhat limited and disappointing.

The LNE was a fiasco and a friend who is in Bellowhead told me the band were shabbily treated backstage and won't return even though their concert was (for me) a Festival highlight.

I don't know yet whether I'll return myself but I'm glad I attended this year. It was enjoyable and those who worked hard to make it happen deserve thanks for doing so.   Tara