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The Pinnacle suggested above is good. I'd also consider something from Whyte
A bit over budget, but this from Bird comes well equipped
If you're after something more XC racey, then perhaps look at Canyon or Trek?
Unless of course you don't want aluminium, in which case all these suggestions are terrible
BareNecessities
What would be a decent, sub £1k OTP for a first foray into this malarky?