Retire to Bedfordshire
Retirement living in Bedfordshire
The home of natural beauty and busy towns
From the captivating chalk ridges of the Chilterns to the busy towns of Bedford and Luton, our retirement properties in Bedfordshire are in an ideal spot for a new adventure. Whether you're after the relaxed and historic environment of St Paul’s Church tor the challenge of a hilly hike in Dunstable Downs, there really is something for everyone.
Retirement Homes in Bedfordshire
Things to do in Bedfordshire
Bedford’s not all about history though. From immense valleys to dedicated wildlife centres, you'll find plenty of greenery and diverse natural wonders around this beautiful county.
Arts, Crafts and Community
Bedfordshire is home to a network of bustling and vibrant communities where you’ll find it easy to make friends or start a new hobby. If you’re interested in joining a new social group, then you’ll find plenty in the area, including several groups at Trinity Arts and Leisure. Elsewhere, you’ll discover lots of community-oriented festivals in the region, including the Twinwood Festival for music and dance.
In the evening, you’ll find performances at the Grove Theatre in Dunstable, the Quarry Theatre at St Luke’s and The Place in Bedford. If you’d prefer to visit the cinema, you’ll find your favourite films at Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre or the Cineworld Cinema in Bedford.
An active retirement in Bedfordshire
From leisurely walking trails to scenic cycling routes, there are all sorts of opportunities to enjoy an active retirement near our retirement properties in Bedfordshire. You'll find boating and water sports at the Wyboston Lakes Complex, as well as almost 30 golf courses and nearly 20 tennis clubs spread across the county.
You can also hike up the chalk hills of Dunstable Downs, which are part of the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, explore 300 acres of lakes and woodland at the Green Flag-winning Priory Country Park, or get involved with the community restoration projects around the Forest of Marston Vale and the Millennium Country Park.
Retirement living services and amenities at McCarthy Stone
We offer a range of amenities and assisted living services at our Bedfordshire 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.
McCarthy Stone community news from Bedfordshire
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Retiring to Bedfordshire - FAQs
Bedfordshire is in the East of England and borders Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and Northamptonshire. It is ideally situated for London too. The capital is less than 40 miles away with journey times under an hour by car or train.
There are loads of things to do in beautiful Bedfordshire. It has gorgeous countryside, including the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty; buzzing towns for your cultural fix: Bedford and Luton; historic treasures like Woburn Abbey and Bletchley Park and even a safari park.
Bedfordshire offers the ideal mix of natural beauty, culture and convenience, from pretty rural towns like Ampthill to the vibrant and cosmopolitan Bedford. It has amazing transport links to London and the rest of the country too.
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