I doubt you'll regret that decision Ds3.
Regarding the issue of taking an aeroplane away from base -most renters really don't like you doing that at weekends and will charge a minimum daily useage. Some will do the same in the week, some won't.
If you want that sort of regular flexibility to take an aeroplane away for a period and not fly it every day, then buying a share in an aeroplane syndicate will give you that. There are many syndicates around and the best starting point will be notice boards at the airfield you're flying at. However, I'd not recommend buying a share until you have a PPL.
I'll also add another voice saying get regular lessons. In British weather you'll lose a lot of slots, so I'd book at-least two per week in the expectation of flying hopefully about once per week.
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