Angry villagers have slammed killjoys who attacked a top Scouting event.
Scouts and Guides at the Essex International Jamboree.
More than 7,000 Scouts and Guides from 24 countries worldwide have descended on Kirby-le-Soken for the Essex International Jamboree.
The county's 15th event of its kind is host to six days of activities on 150 acres of Devereux Farm.
But an anonymous letter has been sent throughout the village encouraging people to complain about noise and how to go about it.
Other villagers, however, have hit back at comments and said they welcome the event.
Terry Gardiner, who lives nearby, said he was shocked when one of the letters came through his door.
He said: "They are music to my ears. I can hear them singing and I just wish I was young enough to join in. I can't see how anyone would want to object.
"We moan about youngsters hanging around on street corners, stealing and going into pubs. But then you get them showing some real dedication. It should be encouraged."
Organisers at the jamboree said they were disappointed to hear of the complaint as they have worked with both a Tendring Council environmental health officer to monitor noise and also have their own on-site inspector.
Justin Mullender, press officer for the event, said, despite this it was a huge success.
Published Tuesday August 3, 2004
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