For us on the committee we're delighted when people enjoy the Festival. John Lancs - PM me in confidence about what you felt wasn't up to scratch - we try always to add to the Festival, but retain a good proportion of what people see as the essence of Fylde.

We were delighted that the whole festival seemed to avoid any major cock-ups. The worst we're aware of was the guy who lit a cigar under a smoke detector and caused a mass evacuation of the Marine Hall in the middle of the final concert! Total evacuation, no panic, 800+ people in ninety seconds flat! Concert back on within less than ten minutes. Best fire drill ever.

New Young performers - Riddlers from Southport: four fiddlers - book 'em. PM me for details. Big plus to 11 year old diva Niamh Boadle who stepped in and did a set of three songs in the N. Euston when an artist was delayed

We believe that the wide choice of Fylde (140+ events) is a strength. It does mean the Fringe is flourishing (and free) and that local acts/new acts get exposure.

We do seek and welcome opinions good or bad: PM me or email Alan Bell (Alan Bell@fylde-folk-fest.demon.uk).

Stu