Got children? Go here, says Tom DyckhoffWhat’s going for it? No, never thought of living there myself either, to be honest. It’s one of those towns whose name precedes it, such as Stafford, or Bedford, perhaps – once mighty enough to have whole shires named after them. These days, though, the name is far, far mightier than the place, now little more than a pleasant market town passed by en route for sexier destinations. Like Corby. Still, good bone structure: a pretty old town in the centre, great commuter links, good schools, a decent restaurant for Friday nights with a babysitter at home. In other words, the perfect spot to settle with kids. Plus you’ve got to love somewhere with rivers Rib, Beane and Mimram running through it. Mimram! Sounds like a put-upon servant in a Dickens novel.The case against Kind of nowhere. Almost invisible centre. Not cheap. Continue reading…
Source : theguardian.com
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