by the way aiwass, the best guitarist that have became famous is what you are saying. Theres probably some reall good guitarist in the UK who havent got famous,(in fact i know one who plays just like gilbert). I think its the stupid music industry that controll the music, and at the moment only the crap bands get in the charts.

There is a Guitar Institute in London, the advert says its Europes first and foremost dedicated guitar school. They offer 3 yr Batchelor of music Degree. (grant funded)
It says people like Radiohead, Jamiriquai and many others graduated there.

http://www.guitarinstitute.co.uk
Iam thinking of going there my self. But the accomadation will cost a fortune in London.