But Peterborough's first City Roots festival showcased a selection of the music, cabaret and comedy acts Peterborough has to offer.

Ask anyone who spent a leisurely afternoon at one of the festival's four stages, and they would chew your ear off with the ins and outs of a fine set, or a sharp bit of stand-up, that kept them entertained.

Because that is what festivals are about. Having a wander, keeping your senses open for a new sound, and discovering new acts to go home and listen to.

Yes, it was disappointing to see only a handful of raincoat-clad revellers watching The Foxes' Sunday headline set, but as with most acts, they made sure they played to the best of their ability.

Highlights on Saturday came from James Chadwick in the acoustic tent (his cover of Radiohead's No Surprises almost topped the original), and The Brays, who showcased their new single, Sin.

As the summer sun started to fade away, it was left to Opaque, Joe Driscoll and Lazy Habits to keep the sun-kissed folk dancing. Many were still raving about Joe's versatile set come the Sunday.

Early entrants on the Sunday were treated to riff-laden indie rock from The Brackets and Gin Soldiers.

Later on, A Girl Called Kate injected a shot of dance to revitalise even the most weary of limbs, and Cambridge's Hamfatter proved why their well-crafted songs grabbed the attention of the Dragons' Den judges.

Elsewhere, the cabaret tent had some excellent spoken poetry, improvisation and beat-boxing; and stand-up from John Elson's King Knut Comedy Club went down a treat on Sunday night.

I hope it continues in some shape or form next year, but one thing's for sure, bigger names and more cultural diversity is needed.

And if it does, tell your friends, neighbours, grandchildren or even your postman, to ensure all acts get the audience they deserve.