Hi all, I was hoping I would get some input from those who live in the South West, Hubby and I intend to move down there in a couple of years and I thought I would put out some feelers as to where to go. I have a daughter who lives near Launceston and would like to move to be nearer to her (but not too near) We are looking at a 50 mile radius of there.

We would want good local facilities, although we are both in good health at the moment, I expect there may come a time when we may not be as independent as we are now.

any suggestions? I know it is a long time away but time seems to fly quicker the older one gets!

I have a small second home in Sidmouth, Devon and love it there. It's at the seaside, so pleasant walks along the prom. The town has everything you need. There are lots of walks along the cliff paths and through the National Trust park. There is a regular bus service so you can get by without a car. Why don't I live there instead of the Midlands? The average age of the residents is probably 70. I do hope I'm not offending anyone. Yes, Devon is a lovely County to be in.

Hi We have a second home in Fowey. We bought it a year ago with a view to retiring there in a few years time. Might I suggest that you stay in a few places to get a feel for them before you buy as we have found things that we now know would not suit us in our retirment in Fowey. Living in a place all year round is quite different than visiting in the summer.

Hi .
I live in Perranporth which is a bit of a sixties time warp but brilliant place to live being a small town which has all the facilities you could want including a bank and a post office, butchers and greengrocers. Plus a three mile long beach. Only 10 miles from Truro. Never want to live anywhere else.

Hi,
I moved to Cornwall, on the outskirts of St. Austell, 4 yrs ago to be nearer my daughter. I cannot agree more with the suggestion of coming down and staying for a few weeks at a time, especially in the non tourist season, Sept. to May.
When I was house hunting I met so many people who were moving "back home", not able to cope with life down here. How far you have to travel to do anything, lack of amenties in small villages, lack of public transport, you must have a car and drive, no shopping malls etc.
I grew up in the Channel Islands so it is almost home from home for me.
If you particularly wanted to be in Cornwall, Truro is central and has plenty going on in all areas of interest etc
Good luck with the move if you make it. Life down here can be wonderful.