I did my NPPL at Mainair in 2014, passing in 43 hours. All in it cost me £6500 including petrol for trips to and from Barton/Rochdale and all equipment. Great instructors, great well maintained aircraft and great fun. What you might find by flying a Eurostar is just how well they perform, and also how modern they are. I still fly with them now as they do aircraft hire as well.
If you want any info send me a PM and I'll be happy to tell you more.