Hi Melissa, nice to see a member from Britain! I lived in North Wales, on the coast in Prestatyn for 40-odd years and then moved over to Eastern Oregon 11 years ago!
WELCOME. :)
We're off to a good start. I went over last night and took him out of his stall, brushed him down and gave him some carrots/apples. After I put him back I stood there talking to him for a little bit, apologized for being nervous (Ok, you must think I'm nuts!). I bought some stirrups today (the kind that bend back) and am now looking/researching bridles, saddles, and saddle pads :) :) I've saving it all for when you come over and we can cruise around the tack shops together! :) :)