What bout leicester centre of uk for all uk pilots plus i wouldnt have to go far
The idea David is that you'd get to fly in someone's aircraft free of charge (or for a nominal agreed cost share), therefore you should want to fly far! If any of the Leicester-based pilots have a free seat I'm sure you'd be offered one (Rod 1, Dubtrub?)
I like the Ostend suggestion (despite the hassle for Permit aircraft). Channel Islands good too Or how about a farm strip on the coast for a day on the beach eg Bolt Head?