Hi Jo,
Glad you made it here, lots of people with lots of knowledge they're only too willing to share. Just don't be afraid to ask any questions you might have!
I think I met you at Stoney when you were doing your course with Dennis, I was the tall/bald

guy with the Meg (& a Narked at 90 stand) and my mate John (aka Mr Narked at 90!)
John & myself dive fairly reguarly at Stoney as we're not far from you in Northants and know exactly what you mean about being far from the sea...
Give us a shout if you fancy a dip....
Neil