great idea, I would be up for it if the dates work - as ever, I'm reliant on someone looking after the kids for me, which in practical terms at the moment means Mr Carole (known affectionately as Rob to his friends

). We've got some big chunks of time this year when he's away or (hopefully!) we're all away, so may prove a bit tricky. Weekends potentially easier than weekdays I think. From APChris's dates, I think the July or end of September ones would probably be ok (subject to checking with Rob), and maybe the Oct one, but probably not the others.

Would it make sense to do it this side of the summer if we can get a date (not a lot of options forthcoming from APChris on that!!), otherwise, we run the risk of the course and its participants being a distant memory for those who are speeding towards the end (mentioning no names

)

I'm right down on the south coast so likely to have to travel some way - so the further south the better for me, but midlands should be ok, I think - some places easier than others.

Carole