An American friend, making bookings for next year’s accommodation at the Bear Hotel in Devizes, was told that they were fully booked for July 2009. “It’s all those crop circle people” said the bemused receptionist. I can believe her.

I have never seen such a crowded season. We have worked, I suppose, for a greater recognition and, now it is here, I must admit, it carries a sting in the tail. All those buses, all those X-Files ...   more »