Some alternatives - a little harder to get
These cards are likely to be slightly harder for you to sucessfully obtain, but if an offer is listed that really appeals to you it is worth a stab at getting it. Remember, you can always hedge your bets and apply for more than one card - but shouldn't really go for more than three at any one time.

1 mile per £1
Claim a free companion fare on Virgin each yr after spending £7,500, plus Flying Club miles.

1 mile per £1

1 mile per £1
No fee, and free companion fare on Virgin after spending £15,000 pa, plus Flying Club miles.

Earn 1p per £1
Best buy pure cashback card pays 1.25% on spending above £7501. Amex card.
AA members spending on petrol/AA services can earn 1% cashback from this MasterCard.