Just wondering if there is a shortcut or batch file I can create which will close my programs, log me off and reboot my pc straight into the System Recovery (F8 - Repair Your Computer) options? Any help would be appreciated. :o)

In Windows 7, no. However, if you are using Windows 8 Dev/Con/Rel Preview, you can accomplish similar to what you are asking. On a Windows 8 computer, open command prompt and type shutdown /? There you will the new command switches that will allow you do what you want. For example shutdown /t 0 /r /o will accomplish what you are looking to do.