Thanks again Keni, wasn't that hard, though my woodworking skills were pushed to the limit!
Bo, I used some finishing wax on it, much easier than varnish which always has runs and drips, this stuff is just rub on and rub off, the water beads on it and looks wonderful. Oh and if you want I will take a million for it, seeing as you ask!
Barry, thanks for the encouragement!
Malcolm