I haven't heard the other entries, so was only commenting on Al's and not detracting from other people's songs. I am sure the quality of all the songs was high.
I think these type of competitions are always difficult to judge because it is a personal taste thing. Each set of judges will approach from a different angle and have different opinions.
Congratulations to ALL those who got off their backsides and entered, this year, or in the past. I must admit it is good to think of NEW songs being written with our county in mind. I love Lincolnshire!