Michael: There are specific historic reasons why Notting Hill Carnival stays (and should stay) where it is - around the Carnival as a positive response to, and commemoration of, the Notting Hill Riots.

There is no such reason for keeping the Jerk Cookout in Forest Hill - so if it has to move, it has to move....... But let's at least give it a couple of goes at trying to manage the problem before making the decision to see the glass as half empty and give up on it. It's a great event, which is really good to have on our doorstep. Personally, I hate the idea of having to trudge over to Battersea for it. And I wonder how many Forest Hillers who have attended and enjoyed something they otherwise wouldn't bother with, just to see what the fuss is about, would do so? The Horniman's community responsibilities also include that of showing us all a good time! (F'nah, F'nar, eh Nevermodern/Cellar Door?)