Over the three days I tried my level best to get round as many stands as possible - apologies to anyone who I didn't quite manage to see. It was great to put some faces to names in an age when communication is sadly all too-often handled electronically.

It certainly proved a rewarding, educational and entertaining experience from my perspective and my debut show is one I'll not forget in a hurry.

To all those who were also first-timers, I was glad to hear from you that you felt it was a productive and worthwhile event. We aim to please and from the record attendance figures, it seems more people than ever are making a beeline for the show. There were even a few children given permission to attend on the Sunday who may well be inspired for their future careers. It's only by coming to events such as ours that anyone can gain a full handle on all the diverse industry developments emerging

 From my extensive range of conversations I'm glad to have received some fantastic feedback from both exhibitors and visitors alike. You all helped make it such an eventful occassion, so thanks again. Check out the show round up among our features on golfwear, childrenswear and Paul Clapham's practical advice concerning making the most of testing economic times. Enjoy!

Neill Barston

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