Very helpful discussion people. I'm also thinking about going to LMU in conjunction with Stapleford Flying Centre (Romford way). I live Essex way so I could commute to LMU fairly easily. I have to admit that I was worried slightly as I thought the only way to learn to fly commercial was to go to one of the big FTO's (to get that dream job). This forum has taught me different. Realise it will be a hard long road, but only way I will be able to do it.
By the way does anyone have any experiences with Stpleford Flight Centre??.