But there's nothing to stop you doing some training in the sim should you wish. Depending on recency of IMC flying you may find it useful? As an instructor I have barely seen a cloud since my IR lapsed in 2005 - PPL instruction for the large part taking place in VMC - therefore am considering a couple of hours refreshing in the sim prior to jumping in the aircraft. At least that way I can get back into the mindset of IR flying without paying double for it!
VFE.