Hi Morky
I fly with Azure at Cranfield, which could offer you want you want.
Azure Flying Club » Cranfield - but note there is no longer any requirement to be with Thomson.
Joining the club is £150/year, then £135 per tacho (not flying) hour. Includes all landings/circuits at Cranfield. No monthly fees.
We have a couple of instructors associated with the club. I believe the rate for PPL training is ~£25 per flying hour. If your friend was also to join I suspect he would then be able to teach. I believe the committee is looking at us becoming an ATO but have no further info.
If interested please PM me some external contact details I can pass on to one of the committee members.
W