We have just about recovered from the Military Odyssey show in Detling, Kent last weekend but it was certainly an experience not to be repeated because of the weather.  Whilst some parts of the Kent County Showground appeared to be calm the end of the field where we were was extremely windy.  The traders two stands down from us lost their tent to high winds at about 8am on the Sunday morning.  Fortunately they were not sleeping in it at the time but it left their stock of militaria open to the elements. A couple of hours later it rained very heavily.  We were forced to close until it passed but at least we still had a tent to retreat into. 

Unfortunately the weather was not the only element to put a dampener on the show.  At least one trader was the victim of a premeditated theft and we were warned by the organisers that forged notes were being received by the traders with indoor pitches.  Fortunately we didn't fall prey to either but that was no doubt just the luck of the draw.

Whilst people attending the show seemed to be enjoying it, despite the price tag for getting in which was just over £40 for two adults and two children on a one day family ticket, I can't say that we did.  We met some nice people and caught up with a few old friends which is always nice, but I don't think we will be making the trip again next year unless the weather promises to be much kinder.