We spoke with Sarah , who moved to the Dordogne in 2020 after leaving the UK in search of a slower, more balanced way of life. Like many people considering a move to France, she weighed up several regions before settling on the Dordogne, a decision shaped by lifestyle, affordability, and a desire to feel part of a real, working community rather than a tourist hotspot. Below, Sarah shares why she decided to make the move, what drew her specifically to the Dordogne, and what e