Only thing to consider Cessna RGs have small wheels so not so good on grass. A C177rg which is equivalent to the Arrow 111 no wing strut big doors relatively easy entry and 950lbs payload including fuel 130kt cruise close to a 182 and nicer handling. Only Cessna with a stabilator so feels more like a Piper. Only trouble is finding one to hire.
I believe they use the 182 at Denham for commercial/IFR so may have better access at weekends, nice field tight circuit and good value for money.