Anyone left London for smaller city - does it feel worth it?

[makingamove]

We're thinking of leaving London but have more or less decided another smaller city or town would probably suit us better than rural life.
But then I find myself thinking does that actually feel worth the upheaval? Or do you just replace all the bits of city life you don't like with more of the same -but smaller? Sorry not sure if I'm making myself clear, but has anyone made the move from the big smoke to a smaller city and does it feel worth it? would love to hear your thoughts.