I suspect some form of index linked gilt but have no idea where to start researching. What is your favorite 'near cash' instrument and why? I've only bought shares in the past so don't know where to start.
Obviously what I am saying is not advice, we all have individual situations, However for me I prefer cash. It has the shortest term, the fees and trading costs on short duration bonds are not worth it for me.
Be aware of the duration risk on UK linkers, (excuse google link) https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=Will+UK+inflation-linked+bonds+be+the+choice+of+the+wise%3F&oq=Will+UK+inflation-linked+bonds+be+the+choice+of+the+wise%3F&aqs=chrome..69i57j69i61j69i60.120030j0j9&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
