Hello All,

I am moving to Warwickshire after accepting a job in Stratford upon avon (on the industrial estate). Last weekend we visited Warwick, Stratford upon Avon and Leamington Spa to decide where we want to live. The choice is so hard! Each town is great, clearly each has its advantages over the other.

Leamington Spa at the moment is probably leading because it feels a bit more youthful and lively. However I am interested in what the commute between Leamington and SuA is like in the rush hour. Google maps quotes 25 minutes, is that a reality?
Also, I've read elsewhere that the bottom of the parade can be a bit dodgy at night, how true is this? This road and the roads that lead of it looked particuarly appealing.

Stratford upon Avon itself look very nice, but it feels a bit touristy. It's hard for me to make a distinction between what looks good, and is good; and what looks good, but only serves the purpose of attracting tourists. For SuA I just want assurance that there are a good number of truely decent restaurants and bars.

Warwick is in my opinion, is the most beautfiul, but it was so quiet on Sunday afternoon, we couldn't really see ourselves living there.

Sorry for the essay. Any comments, suggestions, whatever will be helpful.

Regards,
Graham