@gordonquinn
The hardest thing I'm finding is somewhere to do my ATPLs,
ACS appear to offer a residential classroom based ATPL environment, but I'm not sure if that's just for people on the PATH/Fast track. Maybe worth clarifying. I think Tayside only offer ground school brush up courses.
I'm leaning towards a full time classroom environment as well as I will definitely take more on board this way rather than self study distance learning.
I've also heard great things about ACS, but likewise Tayside seem to have a good rep, plus I hear a lot about their infamous tie up with LoganAir.
If any ACS/Tayside instructors see this and would like to weigh in I'd love to hear from you!