CS,
I guess there are lots of different avenues for you to explore with regards taking things further from PPL.
The most important thing IMO is getting your PPL under your belt, because if you intend to take it further then you need it!
Have you taken "Official" advice as to where you stand with your accumulated hours? By official I mean CAA. I would write to FCL explaining your situation and plans and see what they have to say, especially as some/most of your hours are pre JAA.
Once you know what you need to do to complete the PPL search in Wannabes archive to see whats available to you in terms of Modular training for ATPL, Integrated, Distance Learning etc to suit your personal circumstances.
Good luck
TBL