I'm sure the weather reports and the subsequent rain did put a lot of people off attending which was a pity. The festival (for me) was as friendly and enjoyable as ever but I have to admit that there was a shortage of young people but that is a universal problem that has been discussed many times in Mudcat Threads. Having said that - the young people who did attend both as guests and punters were enthusiastic and talented as shown by the young lady (Bethany) who won the Fred Jordan Memorial Trophy.