Should we move from London to Stroud?

I grew up in Stroud, then spent over 20 years in London moved back to Cheltenham (town near stroud). If you’re used to living in London I’d recommend Cheltenham rather than Stroud as it has bars and restaurants whereas Stroud doesn’t have that many. There’s a good selection of schools in Cheltenham but would recommend checking them out to see what would suit your children.

Stroud is a very small town with fewer amenities and a bit alternative (or as my ex would say a brunch of hippies).

Moved from London 22 years ago to a village in sussex when kids were same age. We have paid off mortgage. Kids went to a lively village school, good local comp and then to Sussex, Exeter and Reading Unis.. life does not end when you leave London !

Village life was brilliant. Brownies, Guides, free tennis courts, paddle boarding on the river. Great community if you get involved it's east to make friends.

Downside . V few. Except being organised about shopping /ordering a shop. PITA to drive to the shop for a pint of milk but you get sorted with a few pints in the freezer after a couple of months.

Tip for teenage years .. teach them to drive the moment they are 17. Keep price down by getting starter lessons and practicing with them. Otherwise you will be a late night taxi service. ! (and first year insurance easier to manage with no/lower mortgage!)

Stroud is a horrible hilly place full of weirdos! However the Saturday farmers market is great and there's a place in the shopping centre bit that does incredible burritos...

They're probably not worth moving for though.

Stroud is a very small. Cheltenham is nicer if you’re used to London.