Hello rymerster,

I started the thread because I was very pleased to read so many positive things on the forum, unlike so many that you can search. Your not going to believe it but although working and staying down south my family home is in Darlington.
For many years I have worked in the South and totally love it. I'm now trying to find the ' perfect ' place to reside in the SE neck of the woods.

Thanks to all who have provided great feedback so far. I am sure there are more comments to come.

Looking forward to wandering round Forest Hill at some point.