Back to the top, just to say thanks again to all of you who replied.
In the end, I accepted cloud69's offer of a flight from Shoreham to Sandown in his 152.
Visibility was not the best, but the conditions were calm, and the flight was pretty smooth.
I'm also pleased to say that most of my photos turned out quite well.
If any of you British pilots are heading this way for some sunshine, then feel free to get in touch.