Thanks for the idea's chaps.
A bean bag's a good idea. I take it you mean one the size that would fit in the palm of your hand, not the type for your backside infront of the tele' ?
The clamp thingy looks good. Not sure whether it would withstand one of my landings though!
Anyone else care to share which model camera they use. An example of the quality would be nice to see too !!