Moths to a flame where cameras are concerned

Perhaps it was our fault for plonking the South of England section of this week's Politics Show in the middle of Woking's shopping centre.

First the skateboarders arrived. Not tiny terrors but hulking teenagers on long boards with masks and a large plastic hammer which they banged on the head of one of our crew as we rehearsed before they zoomed off.

Then the man with the barrel organ started up. Our floor manager Abbie Collins certainly earned her money. After politely persuading barrel organ man to move where he wouldn't deafen us she then had to reason with a local connoisseur of the grape who decided our chairs were much the best way to doze off the morning.

Then we noticed that the huge sign for the Peacocks was clearly visible over the shoulder of our guests.. with the "Pea" bit covered by trees.. and only the last five letters visible...

When the skate boarders returned with an air horn we ploughed on regardless. The shopping centre security guards by now were covering every exit.

We do like being out of the studio, but some say we're gluttons for punishment. This Sunday it's a trip to a Southampton church - complete with Gospel choir!

I'll report back on any off-air excitement you might miss sat in the comfort of your living room.

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