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@Smallfurry
The GT looks fantastic value for money (I saw the 2008 for £333). Cant fault the look or the specs, especially at that price.
(I'm not a fan of cheap disc brakes though, might be better of with decent v's, or better yet upgrading to better discs).
http://s233299868.e-shop.info/shop/article_GT%2BPeace%2B29R%2B2008.001/GT-Peace-29R-2008.html
With a 29r you need to look closely at the geometry (less important if you're not a short arse like myself), and decid the best solution for fitting in the big wheels.
Have a look at the geometrys of bikes like Niner, and Vassago jabbawocky. decide what you like and compare this to the GT. Niner puts you over the wheels (good if you've got longer enough legs), and vassago puts you inbetween the wheels (good for stable climbing + shorties).
http://www.gtbicycles.com/int/eng/Products/Mountain/Cross-Country/Hard-Tail/#5802
http://www.ninerbikes.com/sir9geometry.html
http://www.vassagocycles.com/jabberwocky.html