The Test Valley town was judged to be one of the best places to call home by The Sunday Times. Stockbridge High Street (Image: Adele Bouchard)The expert panel, behind the Best Places to Live awards sponsored by Halifax, chose Stockbridge for its shops selling local produce, independent stores, selection of pubs, cafes and restaurants and its proximity to the River Test. It’s the perfect family place, you can walk over to the High Street and get everything you need. “Everyone remembers your face, it’s such a nice place to be.”Fifth generation butcher James Robinson has lived in Stockbridge High Street for 22 years. People can walk up and down the High Street and have a cup of coffee and a nice homemade cake.

Source: The Times March 15, 2024 08:41 UTC