If you are not doing aything over the weekend of 6th and 7th December then what about making a visit to the home and studio of Pete Gilbert at 10 Lower Densome, Woodgreen, near Fordingbridge (SP6 2BE) where you will be welcomed to his Christmas Show with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie. Also exhibiting with Pete will be Zac, Steve and Fran who usually share with Pete during the Art Trails.

What better excuse to drive through late autumn in the New Forest and maybe stop off at a local pub for lunch.