Boddles
What's September to April like?
We're talking Manchester here - low cloud and drizzle available all year round. I'm enjoying the current good spell with quite a few trips in clear conditions but it was the exact opposite last year.
The rest of your post belies a lack of experience in light aircraft matters. So "walk before run" .. go and take a trial lesson or two at differing schools and discuss your plans with them.
Good luck!