Which clutch kit? & Can you recommend a mechanic?

LUK, Borg and Beck are good clutches, Transmech are one clutch kit I wouldn't recommend.
When buying a clutch kit make sure it's a 3 piece kit which comprises of pressure plate, friction plate and release bearing, it's not worth buying a 2 piece kit to save a few pounds and then having the old release bearing fail a few months later and paying again to have the gearbox removed again.

A1 clutches as above. It will be in and out within a day. Or try whocanfixmycar.
I have used A1 before and they where very good. Used another garage too which was £70 cheaper at the time but the car was there for a week which wasn't worth all the hassle in the end.

Bridge Street Service Station, Halesowen, B629JJ are excellent and not too far from you. That's the only place I take my car for repairs

Honest John always recommended Mr Clutch
honestjohn.co.uk/ask…ff-

Depends on how close your local franchise is.