Hi from UK

Hi my name is Barrie and I've just been given a D3100 as a retirement present ...

so I will be looking for all the help I can get please.

After having a quick look round this looks like a great place to be.

Welcome to Nikonites, Barrie. Congrats on the new D3100. We have a number of members who have this same model of Nikon, so you won't be lacking for good advice from those who know about it's workings.
And yes, it IS a good place to be. Enjoy the site.

Hi Barrie and as Jack says, welcome to the Nikonites Community. This is a great site to learn about your D3100. It's a great camera. This is also a fun site. Join us often and don't be shy about asking questions, our motto is the only dumb question is the one you didn't ask. Enjoy.

Welcome Barrie and congratulations on both your retirement and new D3100! A great way to start your retired life! I've got a D3100 also and it is fantastic.