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The fictional inspiration for 'The Good Life' TV series, the Thames riverside, the Victorian and Edwardian architecture, and an affluent Kingston suburb with strong community character
A little history
Surbiton is widely believed to have inspired 'The Good Life' — the BBC sitcom about suburban self-sufficiency. The town has excellent Victorian and Edwardian architecture. The Thames towpath provides riverside walking. Kingston upon Thames is immediately adjacent.
The Thames towpath walk. The town centre for excellent independent food. Kingston is minutes away for wider amenities. The Victorian and Edwardian architecture is worth exploring.
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Surbiton is a place in South West London known for the fictional inspiration for 'The Good Life' TV series, the Thames riverside, the Victorian and Edwardian architecture, and an affluent Kingston suburb with strong community character. Surbiton is widely believed to have inspired 'The Good Life' — the BBC sitcom about suburban self-sufficiency. The population is around 44,000.
Surbiton has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. One of South West London's finest suburban food scenes.
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Roam covers Surbiton and the surrounding area in South West London, including Kingston upon Thames, Tolworth, Berrylands, Hook, Long Ditton, Thames Ditton, Chessington and Malden Rushett.
