NEXT week offers the last chance to see an amazing display of original cartoon artwork at the Regent Centre in Christchurch.

Peter Longden and Bill Mevin, two of the UK's most celebrated cartoonists and animators, are exhibiting samples of their work, including Popeye, Yogi Bear, Scooby Doo and Noddy at the venue until Friday, September 12.

The gallery will be open from 10am until 4.30pm Monday to Friday, and 10am until 1pm on Saturday.