Mud, glorious mud!

AS A Boy Scout, I thoroughly enjoyed camping — and the muddier the better. So I was amused at the ’elf ’n’ safety warnings from the organisers of this summer’s jamboree about not eating while sitting on grass and not brushing your teeth in the washrooms.

What would they have made of the old-fashioned drinking fountains with a communal metal cup attached? I used them as a child and lived to tell the tale.

The real issue is fear of claims for compensation if any youngster gets a dicky tummy. I hope they have a great time (and watch out for cow pats!)

RICHARD SIROT, Deal, Kent.