I already made my points above and won't repeat them.

I have myself organized and hosted a EuroGathering as have Wolfgang and Letty and, as Skipjack has very kindly offered to organize the next one, I do feel it should be his call and should also take particular account of the needs and travelling availability of European and other non-UK visitors for whom often it is the only Mudcat Gathering they can attend.

All the best

moo