Hey Paddy88,
I'm new to the forum as well, I've done a lot of research so might be able to point you in the right direction (a little)
You have 2 options.
1 - Get into a flight school, something like CTC or Oxford Aviation Academy, there are plenty of others - this is called integrated training(you study full time and do everything with them - a PPL is not required), keep in mind this will cost you around the £70,000 mark. - best to research flight training schools near you.
2. Alternatively you can go the modular route which means completing all the same stuff but includes your PPL, and its half the price.
It will definitely take you longer but will cost you half the money.
Your best bet is to research the wannabes forum, it really is a gold mine of knowledge from people in the know.