Oh Dear, Oh dear, Oh dear. I have tried to follow this thread, and even add to it, to find the answer to the original question " why the collapse of folk clubs" I think the reason has become clear. There are two many self opinionated people with axes to grind. Get a life and enjoy what is on offer. There is room for all types of "folk" music/open mike/singaround. Just have fun with like minded people. Spread the word that home made music is fun. At the aformentioned club in Wimbourne anyone is welcome to have a go and we will listen. If certain names in this (and other) threads (you know them) spent more time enjoying their music they would not need to expend so much vitriol on line.

KEEP FOLK MUSIC FRIENDLY Love thy fellow folker