AS A member of “The Skeptics”, one of the performing groups at last week’s Folk Weekend Oxford, I felt I simply must write in to congratulate all those involved in producing such an amazing event.

Year on year, Folk Weekend Oxford is growing bigger and better and is now one of the highlights of our performing calendar. From musicians to morris sides, it’s especially encouraging to see such a wealth of local talent on display, all in some of the best venues Oxford has to offer.

The city was awash with colourful characters brightening up what was an often overcast weekend. It was also fantastic to have such a diverse audience in attendance, including lots of families with small children.

Surely, the largest amount of acclaim though has to be given to Cat Kelly and the organising committee as well as the team of wonderful volunteers who keep the whole affair on track — no easy task I’m sure.

So here’s to next year. I urge everyone who’s interested in live music to get involved in some way, shape or form – a good time is guaranteed.

KIERAN MOORE, on behalf of The Skeptics, Marshal Road, Banbury