Well, I have a different telescope now! Went along to Bintel today because the drive wouldn't attach to the EQ2 mount properly and eventually came away with an upgraded telescope instead! So now I have a 150mm Newtonian Skywatcher on an EQ3 mount. A lot more stable (if a bit bigger) and a lot more suited to my ambitions of astrophotography. I got the dual motor drive and it's all working great. Also aquired an EOS mount for my 350D and have already got a great shot of the moon in twilight tonight.
Can't recommend Bintel enough - Roger was great.
The missus didn't seem to be too displeased about me doubling the cost of her christmas present to me and now describes herself as an astronomy widow...
Yep I have a planisphere and the 2007 guide along with the Collins guide to the stars.