Chequeredflag, this is exactly what happened to me. Got my solo landaway in at Lydd on 23rd Dec, and then nothing for a month. Grounded due to weather, Aeroplane going tec (twice), and no slots available. Thenof course as you say out of currency.
However, unlike you I didn't go suning myself in the Caribbean (sounds good), and went flying on Saturday. So, I now have my QXC booked for this Thursday. Redhill-Goodwood-Southend-Redhill.
I'll report back in due course.