Ive never been to Sidmouth so cant compare, but it is a well established venue with years of practice, while Shrewsbury was in its first year.

Several local friends have commented that they didnt know the festival was on.

The sound from Marquee 1 travelled loudly to Marquee 2... Ive put my brain in gear and come up with the answer... the Quarry forms a natural Amphitheatre so sound is projected off the Kingsland bank and steep sides of the Quarry and amplified. Im sure some bright spark will come up with a solution.

No hills in Bridgnorth? Its built on a hill.. High Town and Low Town.

I went to the Bridgnorth festival in 2000 and loved the ride on the train. Steam trains do come up to Shrewsbury station. I heard one over the weekend. Wouldnt it be great to have one that ran to Bridgnorth and back next year! ALso there is a big river boat that is away being mended (I think). A river taxi service is a must for next year, and one that doesnt stop at 6pm.

hugs to all friends.. fxx