A British man is leaving the UK to settle permanently in Poland, where he says the streets are “always clean” and the country offers a better environment for raising children. Darren Pascoe, 37, from Cornwall, has been splitting his time between the two nations since marrying his Polish wife Gosia in 2024.
Pascoe praised Polish hospitality, describing locals as “incredibly hardworking, family-oriented, and often very well-educated.” He noted that stereotypes about Poles being socially withdrawn or only taking manual labour jobs are completely wrong. “Many Poles once moved to the UK in search of work. Today, Britons are increasingly seeking a better quality of life abroad,” he said.
The couple met through a mutual friend, and Pascoe recalled asking for Gosia’s hand in marriage using Google Translate. “I’d never been so nervous,” he said. “Gosia’s father smiled and offered me his hand, so I assumed he agreed. Then my sister-in-law explained the agreement wouldn’t be final until I’d shared a whisky with him.”
Their wedding blended Cornish and Polish traditions, with Pascoe and his groomsmen wearing tartan kilts. “When Gosia’s dad asked if he could wear one too, I was incredibly moved,” he said. “It was the most beautiful symbol of our families coming together.”
Pascoe also praised Polish food and beer, though he admitted he will miss British barbecues. “Poland has tons of amazing buildings and the streets are always clean,” he added.
