Three months ago, I nearly moved to Tunbridge Wells.
Much like many others, I was attracted by the town's proximity to London, images of The Pantiles and positive anecdotes from friends.
There seemed to be a lot to love and, apart from comments that it might be 'a little quiet' for a 23-year-old, the move very nearly happened.
As it turned out, I ended up living just over the Sussex border and the idea of life in Tunbridge Wells faded just as quickly as it appeared in my mind.
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However, with life returning to normal and the British summer threatening to stick around, I decided it was time to finally visit the town and see what it was all about.
That little research I did earlier this year aside, I went to Tunbridge Wells with little idea of what really to expect.
Here are the 10 aspects of the town's life that struck me at first.
Tunbridge Wells is spoilt for green spaces
Calverley Park looked great in the sun
I parked at the Crescent Road car park and, after a short walk, I was in Calverly Park.
The park looked beautiful in the sunshine and I was impressed by its well-kept floral displays and array of sports facilities.
It is clearly popular with locals too with benches full and groups of teenagers gathered around the fields.
I was also struck by how peaceful the area was. Despite being full, the park's atmosphere was calm and I couldn't help but think this couldn't be more different than a London park on such a day.
At that moment a couple walked by in leisurely debate over how someone could like cottage cheese but not normal cheese - the mundane discussion perfectly mirroring the pace of life.
I was taken enough by Calverly Park, so when I looked at the map to realise there was the even bigger Dunloran Park and Tunbridge Wells Common too, I was impressed how spoilt the town is for green spaces.
The Pantiles are very different during the day
Even The Pantiles were quiet
My next stop was Tunbridge Wells' famous Pantiles.
I'd been looking forward to seeing it more than any other place in the town. I had seen photos and knew it was the hub for action.
However, when I arrived in the area at around 2pm, there was very little happening.
Only half the cafes and restaurants seemed open and the terraces were busy but placid.
The pictures and videos I'd seen had painted a different picture of what it was like in the evenings, so I concluded The Pantiles must be a nocturnal socialising spot.
I wish I was there for jazz on a Thursday night
Jazz on the Pantiles in a former year
Despite its lack of action, I was quite taken by The Pantiles.
The terraces glowed in the sun and the thought of having a pint under the shade had me salivating - I lamented having to drive back and resisted the temptation of wetting my lips.
It was then that I passed a sign advertising the town's jazz nights.
Jazz on The Pantiles takes place every Thursday night and, even though I'm not a huge fan of the genre, I could imagine it being a splendid night sat out under the grand buildings.
I'll have to round up some friends and return on a Thursday evening at some point this summer.
There are a lot of trendy shops
Walking back up from The Pantiles, I took a moment every now and again for a spot of window shopping.
I was attracted to all sorts of shops selling super-health foods and odd knickknacks you would never find a need for in your life.
It all seemed very trendy and, ultimately, expensive.
Nobody seems to be in a rush
The Pantiles was quiet in the day
What I had noticed in Calverley Park regarding the pace of life seemed to translate to the town centre too.
I'm sure the time of day had a part to play, but everyone moved around at a snail's pace.
Nobody in Tunbridge Wells seems to be in a rush, which surprised me given the area's reputation as a commuter town.
Whilst it perhaps made it seem a little low on atmosphere, it was nice to see everyone taking their time
