Alright, I won’t pretend it’s perfect. The nightlife is… modest. If you’re looking for rooftop cocktail bars with views of the Thames, this ain’t it. Your Friday night is more likely a few pints at The Squirrel or a curry at Shimla Spice.
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Also, some parts of the town (like the Wellington Estate) can feel a bit rough around the edges. But “rough around the edges” is just code for real. Every town has its quieter corners. You learn which streets to love and which to simply pass through.
And property prices? Compared to neighboring Farnham or Guildford, you get so much more for your money. A garden. A driveway. A spare room for your treadmill that you swear you’ll use next month.