We arrived late, despite having the least distance to travel. Ain't that always the way? However, we soon got set up and sound checked and were ready to play our first set at 10.30.
The Festival has been running for many years and is well organised. Four curtainside trailers were parked in a way to provide two stages side by side. Each stage being two trailers deep meant that each act was able to set up in their own space without encroaching on the other bands and without having to keep moving equipment.
We set up our kit, miking up the amps and drums and then giving a feed to the main PA system, which was loud enough for everyone on the site to hear, despite the strong wind blowing.
Our first set went without a hitch although Chris covered some miles runing back and forth between the stage and the arena. Eventually he was satisfied with the sound and took some photos. After the first set we had a wait of about five hours before we took to the stage again so we had a good look at the sales stands and had a very tasty pork, apple sauce and crackling filled roll for lunch.
The afternoon session started with a presentation of the bands to the crowd. Nicky was presented with a nice bouquet of flowers and a commemorative plaque by the organisers.
Soon after that it was our turn to play again. Once again Nicki showed the crowd why she is so highly rated as a singer and entertainer. All too soon the set was over and we busied ourselves clearing the stage while Nicki went to meet and greet the appreciative crowd. I joined her and Tracy and heard many people come up to say how much they appreciated her. More than one fan said that she was the best act they'd heard in years.
Before we knew it it was time to leave and drive back home. On the way out we saw this, and had to stop and take a picture. Is this what they mean by portaloo?
Monday is a rest day. The next stage of the tour will cover the most miles.
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