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@Bainbridge
Basic choice at this level of spend is Gaggia Classic or for a bit more the Rancillio Silvia (£300-350). If you want to make decent espresso you really need a good grinder, Iberital MC2 is best for £100ish, under that it's all pretty much bobbins (for espresso).
FWIW I have a Silvia and just upgrading from an MC2 for 3 years and they have been great. The Silvia is built like a tank!