Malke, I really can't thank you enough!

Downloaded recovery disc and the rest was pretty simple (even for me!!)

The system still wouldnt restore to the date i previously tried but at least
its up and running. It seems that java has been installed (dont remember
doing that!) and it is before this installation that i cannot restore to. I
will probably restore to factory settings using the acer facility now i have
everything backed up (Assuming that works) lol.

Thanks again for helping me out, I really appreciate it!