just landed and read this thread

Well done M Man

and for those who are darn sarf and west of London may I draw your attention to

Tomorrow Thursday 7th April at Maidenhead folk club , their famous, biennial song writing competition

previous winners include Les Sullivan - twice,   and Moses the catter

there are 14 entries

be there before it starts to qualify to vote

Previous participants who've placed in the top 3 include George Papavgeris and Chris Flegg

Some real gems have been found in this little seam of song

This is a blatant high jack by me