Ive never had any trouble in the uk (North west) in over 20 years, and I go out regular, I even been out with a certain person on her a few times, and weve been out shopping during the day and pubs in the evening, an never ever encountered a negative response from any of the public. I think attitude counts for a lot, if your like a scared rabbit caught in the headlights, now that attracts attenton, if you just go about your own business and intract with the general public when required, its not a problem.