Thanks 
found this thread that details how to get it going on the first rev pi, and one of the replies seems to talk about how to get to get it running with the more recent models - is this the best guide to go for? [Howto] LCD HD44780
Thanks
found this thread that details how to get it going on the first rev pi, and one of the replies seems to talk about how to get to get it running with the more recent models - is this the best guide to go for? [Howto] LCD HD44780