Don't be put off by the price at P.A.T - they have very experienced instructors and a superb environment to get you through first time, I spent approx £13.5k on my IR, which IMHO, is very very competitive.
It's all about quality....
P.s Just keep the Fat Controller supplied with tea and throw the odd Chicken Korma at the CFI and you won't go far wrong!!
P.p.s Steve - we haven't forgotten, we will buy you that Curry!!!