Chalford? Places around Stroud?

[Sunplanetearth8]

I’m looking around Stroud, but don’t have any friends in the area so it’s like sticking a random pin in a map at the moment! But Stroud seems to tick a lot of boxes for us as a family.

But I don’t know much about good areas! Came across something about Chalford today and how it is lovely.

Can anyone tell me more about it? Or or other areas in and around Stroud? I can’t visit at the moment - so trying to do some internet research.

Looking for somewhere arty, friendly, and beautiful with some independent shops and really good sense of community.

I had liked Bruton in Somerset, which I did visit, but I think it’s a bit small. Also liked Bath, but couldn’t get much of a sense of it on my visit - other than it being pretty.

Too confusing!

Oh yes, Def. check Internet and mobile phone connections. We have only had a decent signal since they improved in the last year or so, before that there was no chance of using a mobile (rural Glos). Also, of course, no public transport, no takeaway deliveries and pre-booked taxis only - usually weeks in advance. Doesn't bother us, but might certainly bother teens and young adults.

If you're driving into central Bristol then be aware that there is a Residents Parking Zone and the council are also thinking about a congestion charge for diesel vehicles.