I have been a regular visitor over the years and have visited twice this 'summer' (once mid-week, once at w/e).
There has always been an eclectic mix of flying machines (microlights,gliders and group A) and curcuits. However I understand that the resident helicopter school gained a commercial training contract and helicopter flying increased considerably. A CAA inspection resulted in the requirement to have a FISO and 'slott' allocation in order to restore order in the ATZ.
Mid week I thought the FISO was having to work very hard to accomodate the helicopter traffic. At the w/e there was little helicopter training and the atmosphere was much more relaxed.
I have always been made most welcome by the desk staff and have enjoyed the 'cuisine'.
I also expressed concern at the state of the eastern end of the grass taxyway - the ruts were of sufficient depth to cause a prop strike .
G-BHIB