You can do the ATPL(H) GS course/ exams at GTS in Bournmouth too.
There is also a CPL(H) course with AFT at Coventry.
Glasgow N College have a AT course also.
There are other courses in JAA-land where you may (legally) not be required to pay VAT

unlike here where it is all VAT-for-Gordy
1a. If you intend to complete a IR (H) within 3 years of finishing the GS exams take the ATPL course. If you do not then take the CPL.
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2a. If you are in a hurry then the CPL exams are easier and shorter, as is the course.
h-r