Thruxton get's my vote. Sent lots of people there, all more than happy.. .. .My personal view on small/large airfields is that I'd go for a smaller one all the time. Less distractions, ATC friendlier and more accomodating. Sure the big ones break you into it quicker, but when you are learning to fly do you need that extra level when you've got your hands busy with the basics. The more advanced stuff can be learnt later, and that goes for busier airfields too with more complicated RT, once the basics have been mastered.. .. .Learning is all about building confidence up, and that's easier in my view at the smaller places. . .. .They are usualy nicer airfield too, but don't quote me on that in all cases.. .. .PS