Retire to Buxton
The charming spa town of Buxton sits just at the edge of the Peak District National Park, in the High Peak area of Derbyshire. Buxton is a vibrant cultural hub surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, perfect for retirees seeking a combination of countryside serenity and a well-served modern town.
Local retirees love:
- Taking in local arts and culture at various galleries, festivals, and theatres.
- Strong transport links, including direct trains to Manchester.
- Good access to healthcare services and pharmacies.
- A walkable and well-maintained town centre with plenty of green spaces to enjoy.
1 retirement developments near Buxton
Devonshire Place | Buxton
Retirement Living PLUS- Properties 6 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Shared Ownership 75% example share/no rent £191,250
- Purchase from £255,000
Retirement living in Buxton
Buxton is a friendly town with a strong community and rich history. It’s particularly noted for its Georgian and Victorian architecture and natural thermal mineral baths that are still enjoyed today. Buxton also provides plenty of modern pleasures and amenities to its residents to live a happy and comfortable life.
Local amenities
The central centre of Buxton has everything you need in a compact area that’s easy to navigate.
- Groceries - find major supermarkets, such as Waitrose, Morrisons, and Aldi. Buxton Market is held twice weekly, where you can purchase fresh produce.
- Shopping - The Springs Shopping Centre has a selection of high street shops, while Cavendish Arcade and the main town have additional shops, cafés, and restaurants.
- Doctors and pharmacies - GPs in the area include Buxton Medical Practice and Stewart Medical Centre. There are also pharmacies, such as Boots, Lloyds, and independent dispensaries.
- Hospitals - Cavendish Hospital in Buxton is a community hospital for minor treatment, while Macclesfield District General Hospital, 30 minutes away, provides A&E and specialist care.
Activities for retirees in Buxton
Buxton may appear quiet on the surface, but underneath, there’s a nearly endless list of things to get involved in as much as you like.
- Keep up with the packed calendar at Buxton Opera House & Pavilion Arts Centre, where you can catch matinée performances, plays, comedy shows, and live music all year round. The venue even plays films daily, and even hosts festivals and coffee concerts.
- Buxton International Festival is an annual event, putting on walks and talks to celebrate opera, jazz, and literature.
- Dine at traditional tea rooms, bistros, and pubs. Popular spots include No. 6 The Square, a tea room with accommodation, and The Vault, a pub with a historic exterior and modern interior.
Enjoy an active retirement in Buxton
Whether you like to spend time in nature or keep active with a fitness regime, Buxton has plenty of indoor and outdoor facilities to meet all preferences.
- Explore easy-to-moderately challenging walks that are accessible from the town. Pavilion Gardens is a landscaped Victorian park with level walking paths, a café, and a conservatory. Buxton Country Park and Solomon's Temple has over 100 acres of woodland, sculpture trails, and unforgettable views.
- MyActive Buxton is an accessible gym and fitness centre where you can take regular swims and join fitness classes like aqua aerobics, yoga, and pilates.
- Those with green fingers can join community gardening schemes and allotment spaces such as Serpentine Community Garden, perfect for nurturing a patch of nature.
Transport links and connections
Conveniently located just at the base of the Peak District, Buxton has great access to transport links to travel both in and outside of the town.
- By car - Buxton is located on the A6, which can take you all the way up to Scotland and all the way down to London. You can also reach nearby areas such as Manchester, Stockport, and Bakewell.
- By bus - Regular bus services connect Buxton to areas including Chapel-en-le-Frith, Bakewell, and Macclesfield.
- By rail - Buxton Railway Station is served by Northern Trains, providing direct trains to Manchester Piccadilly in around 1 hour, Leeds in around 3 hours, and Sheffield in just under 2 hours.
Homeowner testimonials: telling it like it is
We believe we create great places to live. Beautiful award-winning retirement apartments in brilliant locations with thoughtful, reassuring, services on tap and a thriving friendly community on the doorstep.
But what do people living in our communities think? We regularly ask for feedback on everything from the sales and moving in process to the lifestyle and services. Here’s what our homeowners have to say:
We can both hand-on-heart say that this was by far the best decision we ever made, and we only wish we made it sooner.
Gerri and Malcolm, Homeowners at Devonshire Place, Buxton
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Retirement living in Buxton FAQs
Buxton is a friendly town, with many lifelong residents taking great pride in the local identity while readily welcoming newcomers and visitors to the area. The town is fairly calm and peaceful during the week, and ideal for those who like to relax and enjoy a slower pace day-to-day. The town becomes busier during the summer holidays, mainly because of the various festivals and events such as the annual Buxton International Festival, but this extra activity isn’t disruptive or overwhelming.
As a result of Buxton’s elevation of 1,000 feet above sea level, it’s often noted as being one of the coldest towns in England, but we think this contributes to its charm!
Buxton’s town centre is compact and mostly level throughout, making it easy to get from A to B without too much hassle. Favoured spot, Pavilion Gardens, has plenty of even paths and accessible pavements where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll through nature.
When you need to visit areas further afield, Buxton has a great public transport network so you can travel to nearby towns and cities at your convenience.
The town’s busy calendar offers a wide range of events and activities where you can meet new people and create lasting friendships with like-minded individuals. In addition, you can easily maintain a social life with the lively U3A Buxton & District community, which has over 40 groups for a wide variety of interests and hobbies you can join.
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