I have a PPL(A), and although I have had nowhere near your experience (Spitfire - green envious expression) I have almost stopped using it since I started flying helicopters. I fly Robbos and, although I can almost hear the gnashing of teeth from some anti-Robinson diehards, I still get a real thrill every time I lift into the hover. Maybe I'm just easily pleased, but I find the heliroutes exciting - especially with friends; the Lake District is awesome, and there are hotels you can have lunch in; friends in the countryside with biggish gardens are always pleased to be dropped in on.
Go for it - if you've got the money.
Boffo.
PS Declaration of interest: Freelance instructor at Redhill
