Thanks for all the suggestions, fellas. Much appreciated. I'm now very much angling towards the Seagull Spacewalker II which is a great looker and has a sensible wingspan and reminds me of my Astro Hog that I flew for 14 years on and off, until it just plain wore out!
Another one that appeals to me is the Black Horse Super Air, which comes in either trike or dragger config. Also a nice looker and I believe flies very well. Does anyone among know it or own one?