Also from Cranfield....
Post PPL last year here are my list of destinations I have visited and would recommend.
Duxford - PPR - 2 hours free Visit the Museum- park next to the "Bomber" or follow a warbird on final !
Turweston - nice short one to gain confidence PPR - tarmac or grass
Connington - again a nice short one for a coffee and cake !
Wellesbourne - take your partner to the Saturday market - they let you park close to the market , car comes over to collect landing fees - PPR preferred
Skegness - very long grass - seaside trip good day out
Shoreham - tarmac or grass - always a nice welcome and the beach is 10 mins walk
Farnbourgh - wait for a safety day otherwise you can expect to be charged £500 for landing !
Kemble - very easy to get to and nice cafe.
Le Touquet - not really far !
Alderney - super little island !
Sandown IOW - great place long grass strip ATC very welcome
If you want someone to ride along send me a PM ....