Andy Robinsons men have endured a frustrating RBS 6 Nations Championship campaign which opened with defeats against Wales, France and Ireland.

But England, who finished in fourth place behind Grand Slam winners Wales, France and Ireland, at least managed the consolation of signing off with wins against Italy and Scotland.

And man-of-the-match Noon feels that confidence is gradually returning to the England ranks.

I knew we would get there eventually, he told BBC1.

It has taken us a few games to get where we want to be. Now weve got to take it to the next level.

Noon was thrilled to have claimed a hat-trick of scores in front of his watching family.

My son is here today and this is the perfect end to a great day, said the Newcastle centre.

Scotland refused to lie down and had England reeling when they fought back from 26-3 to 26-17 early in the second half.

But England, their nerves steadied by the introduction of Matt Dawson in place of Harry Ellis, proved too strong in the end with Noons hat-trick try and one from Mark Cueto finishing off the Scots.

We knew wed have to work hard against the Scots and were happy with the win, added Noon.