Not sure if we can do Hull on the 2nd as I have to finish off clearing my house in Hertford as soon as we fly in. However, I am looking at the possibility of taking a car load of stuff to my daughter's in Newark that day and staying over to make Hull in the evening.... Means another trip down the A1 on Friday but it could be worth it.

Mrs Duck - we might take you up on the offer on the way back from Scotland. We're childminding up to 28th and then doing the dash to Glasgow on the 29th. However, it might be nice to break the journey on the way back. Can you pm your phone number and we'll phone once we get a clearer idea of what's happening.

BOAB - we're going to see Gaberlunzie on 29th December in Uplawnmoor. Looking at the map you are on the way back down south so we would love to join in the New Year celebrations in your part of the world. Do yopu know of any reasonable B&B establishments in your area?

Micca - can we try for the 5th or the 12th - whichever is most suitable for all concerned please. Make sure that Dave and Essex Girl can make it - can't miss seeing them.

Bobert - as I keep telling Kendall - YOU speak American, WE speak English - that's why my homeland is called ENGLAND.

Shanghaiceltic - can you pm a phone number we can reach you at once we get to the UK? Where are you going to be based? It would be good if you could get to the Black Lion in Plaistow as well - those sessions are always good.

Eleanor - I'll email you with details - we've got to make it for the Millstream on the 8th anyway - I read the thread on the session tomorrow night - sounds interesting!