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@Cope
I have my nearly new Marin SS in your size. I bought it new in Feb for £500 and added SPD clips and a lock, back in Feb. I rode it from Peckham to Angel and back about 3 times, plus a tiny bit of pootling - that's literally all the riding it's had. Just had it serviced/checked over to make sure it's in good shape (cost £30), and it's good to go. There's a tiny bit of rubbing on the top tube where the lock rubbed, as I kept it locked up under cover at work for the last 4 months.
At £300 for what is basically a new bike, in your size, I think it's probably a good option for you.
I've only ridden it a bit, but it's pretty responsive, brakes are positive, ride is good. Steel frame helps with that. Feel free to head down to SE15 and take it for a spin. I'll PM you my number.