I didn't go to MF but know a few who did. Overall, I get a positive reaction when I ask about the school.
They are based at LBA which is the CAAs north of England test centre. You will know the SIDs and routes like the back of your hand. Very usedful for CPL and IR test days. This is shown in their relatively high 1st series pass rate. I believe that the quality of instruction is good. I know from experience that their facilities are excellent.
In terms of price, they are a bit too far on the wrong side of average for me. This is even more annoying as they make you spend as much time as possible (approx 40 hours) in a fairly bog standard generic FNPT2. This should make them cheaper IMHO. Beware the prices on their web site not including VAT. Get your calculator out before you start comparing.
They fly Dutchesses which are slow, low powered and not turbocharged. This may seem bad but is actually good. You get more time to do things and less engine management is required. Believe me, you need all the help you can get on the IR.
Another factor with MF (or LBA in general) is the weather. You will loose a lot of flying days. Their runways are positioned to almost guarantee you a crosswind, all too often out of limits. I would plan for at least 1 in 3 days lost due wx. Maybe even 1 in 2. Don't worry about the time of year. All the seasons are just as bad as each other in that part of the world.
But, as anyone worth their username on this forum will tell you, what is good for goose may not be good for the gander. Do lots of research, get the pros and cons of each school you are interested in and make a decision based on your circumstances.
Good luck on your long journey. Just remember to rid your house of sharp objects before you set off.
EK