I was somewhat disappointed with the show this year. There certainly lacked the usual busy busy vibe (perhaps down to the weather). Noticed a fair number of stalls that resembled a car boot sale which seemed a little out of place. Not enough craft stalls and activities and quite a few different types of stalls (massage, paintings, and juice stalls) were all mixed together not necessarily making sense as compared to other years. The cider one certainly was quite popular having noticed loads of 4 and 6 pint containers being carried around by young and old. The "debate" tent was just too silly (amusing). I was quite disturbed in the animal sections as to the treatment by the "volunteers" towards some of the animals but I shall keep those views to myself (I was quite surprised I felt like this). In contrast though, the eagles from Eagle heights were a delight even when flying slightly further a field than planned. The music, as always, was rather fitting for the country feel even with the relaxed attitude of the performers and not knowing who was doing what when. The smaller bands were also not drowned out by other stages as is usually the case each year so that is a good positive plus. A bit hit and miss is my view.