Born and inbred there! Not such a bad place, it’s a great base I always thought, not too far from something interesting, I mean the coast is only 45 mins away and you’re only ever half an hour from some good trails and UK bike park is about 25 miles and has great riding!
The town centre is a bit run down nowadays but some OK shops. Few good pubs Moloko, Cluedo (mates bar) terrible night clubs (went downhill when concordes shut IMO)
Must recommend the Wyndham Arms for real ale and a bit of celebrity spotting ! (Phil from time team drinks there OH yes!)