Say it with Roses...

As you can imagine, an event like Solas Festival doesn't happen on its own. So, before we get carried away with raving about what a good time we all had, we want to take a moment to thank those who made it all possible. (In no particular order, you understand.)

Three cheers for the contributors: the musicians, speakers, panellists, artists, film tutors, youth and children's workers, writers, poets, workshop facilitators, exhibitors, traders and caterers.

Thanks to our individual supporters: our Solas Saints who sustain us all through the year; the festival-goers who bought their tickets well in advance; and those who surprised us on the gate.

Thanks a million to our funders and those who have given in kind: Greenbelt, Christian Aid Scotland, The Iona Community, The Seedbed Trust, The Novum Trust, The Scottish Book Trust, Wellington Church of Scotland, Bert, Hillhead Baptist Church, Stirling Methodist Church, Langside Parish Church, Govan and Linthouse Parish Church, We See Lights, CAOS (Community Arts Open Space), The Young Stars Stage School, BEES, Glasgow City Mission, Youth for Christ, The Big Issue Scotland.

A big shout-out to those who put in a good word for us: the journalists and gig reviewers; the music bloggers and the DJs; the living room gig hosts and our fantastic community reps.

Very big thanks to all our volunteers: the programme team, the fundraisers, the marketers, the administrators, our fabulous photographer, the site crew, venue managers and stewards, the drivers, the safety team and the sales team.

To all: "Thank you very very very very much".