Which town the south-ish should we move?

[swimtree]

We have a budget of about 325k and want to move from Sutton in London to a nice town where there is a sense of community and we could walk to shops/station/school rather than drive everywhere. We are looking for more green space, some cafes and a slightly slower pace than London. We're thinking about Somerset or Oakham but really these are just a bit too far from London but obviously more affordable because of this. Any suggestions for a nice town would be great.

I’m sure you’re capable of reading the place names yourself eggy. Some of these suggestions are very flat and grey 😁

JoJoSM2

Actually, some of the pretty towns in the South Downs might be ok for Harrow too. Eg Peterfield, Midhurst, Arundel. Nice towns, gorgeous coutryside, close to the coast and good motorway links to Harrow.

Those towns are all super expensive though!

@Porridgeoat

Some real dives being suggested to you.

Go for Cirencester. Good schools. Outstanding college. Agricultural college. Train station. Stunning countryside. Old rambling town centre. Arts and cafes. Good sports centre and park. Good access to Swindon, bath, oxford Cheltenham.

There is no train station in Cirencester.

It was shut as part of the Beeching cuts in the 60's. The nearest railway station is Kemble, about 15 minute drive.

It is a lovely town as are some of the surrounding areas - Minchinhampton, Tetbury, Stroud (bit cheaper)

Try Kempis station a stones throw 😁

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