Hi there Latakiahaz and welcome to the forums

The best advice I can give to a fellow Kentish person, is to spend as much money as you can afford on a bike. Normally it's best to get a good frame so that you can upgrade on the cheaper components.

At the price range you're looking at, this is the best time to buy a bike....I'd say avoid full suspension at this price, and maybe go for the Claude Butler.

Good luck with your choice.

Rich *Based in Tonbridge :thumbup:*