Thanks guys, just ordered MS FS Deluxe. D'oh! It least it should give me an idea of what its all about.
I've downloaded the manuals, but a little tedious to read to say the least.
I'm thinking of either Wolverhampton (but are booked up), Stapleford, Atlantic in Coventry or Flight Acadamy Blackpool.
Ideally looking for a course with Simulator and DA42.
EK