I accept that things called folk clubs are in decline but they are not disappearing. They are simply morphing into other things. Be that music sessions, open mic nights or folk music at other venues.

I am not sure about festivals. Does anyone have some hard facts about this? How many festivals were there in 2017 as opposed to 2007 for instance? Are you allowing for folk music being played at other festivals? I know that Glastonbury has some good folk music on because a friend of mine performs folk music there with his band. Just because a couple of festivals have made the news by folding does not mean there is a general decline.

I am sorry for those who feel that they have lost something. My folk cup is overflowing but unfortunately, try as I may, I cannot seem to share any of it.