Retire to Stamford
Retirement living in Stamford
From these retirement apartments for sale in Stamford, you can enjoy the surrounding countryside and tranquil riverside walks with ease, while the thriving town centre is just a short stroll away. The vibrant high street offers plentiful coffee shops, restaurants and tempting retailers as well as regular markets.
Retirement developments in Stamford
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Things to do in Stamford
Picturesque Stamford is a prosperous and historic market town known for its stunning architecture including five medieval churches with striking spires, glorious Georgian terraces, quaint passageways, and charming market squares. Unsurprisingly it’s a popular location for filmmakers.
On the outskirts of the town you’ll find the Elizabethan Burghley House and Gardens - with eighteen state rooms, a sculpture garden and the Garden of Surprises, it is well worth a trip. Another Elizabethan treasure nearby is Tolethorpe Hall which is home to outdoor theatre productions by the Stamford Shakespeare Company.​
Enjoy a happy retirement in Stamford
Fans of outdoor pursuits will love the green spaces and quaint villages that surround Stamford including Burghley Park Golf Club and Rutland Water, a huge reservoir which is ideal for wildlife spotting, rambling, cycling, fishing and sailing.
With a strong community and regular annual events including the Burghley Horse Trials, Stamford Blues Festival and Stamford Riverside Festival as well as excellent transport links to the wider region, Stamford is a truly superb spot for retirement living.
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Retirement living services and amenities at McCarthy Stone
We offer a range of amenities and assisted living services at our Stamford retirement developments. Choose from two options to find your perfect fit.
Retirement Living
Low-maintenance independent living for people aged 60 and over, with a House Manager on-site and a friendly community on the doorstep.
Retirement Living PLUS
Independence combined with assisted living for people aged 70 and over, including an Estate Manager, on-site restaurant and optional personal care.
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