You could stay on the Isle of Man which is off the NW coast of England and NE Ireland It is then just a case of picking England Scotland Ireland or Wales to fly to, all within 30-40 minutes flying time. Thats if you dont mind an average of 30-50 miles over sea flight.
The airport is Ronaldsway, the local flying club is Manx Aero Flyers (ravenair).
Trouble with the Isle of Man is the weather, it is not overly nice is one way of puting it.
Gary.