Retire to Borehamwood
Borehamwood is a stunning town that combines the hustle and bustle of London with the natural beauty of Hertfordshire’s countryside. Life here is comforting and luxurious, with great transport connections, a lively community, and plenty of green spaces right on your doorstep.
Local retirees enjoy:
- Walking or cycling through the many green spaces in the town and surrounding areas.
- Getting stuck in with local sports clubs and in support of Boreham Wood FC, the local football club.
- The town’s history, with multiple museums around town celebrating everything from aviation to local history.
1 retirement developments near Borehamwood
Goldwyn House | Borehamwood
Retirement Living Plus- Properties TBC
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Purchase from £299,950
- Rental available
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Retirement living in Borehamwood
Borehamwood offers the perfect blend of metropolitan and cosy living, with a busy town centre and relative quiet in the suburbs. You’ll find plenty of clubs and interest groups to join and thrive in your retirement.
Local amenities
Borehamwood offers everything seniors need to enjoy retirement, with a walkable town centre and more than just the basics.
- Groceries - Morrisons, Tesco Extra, and Sainsbury’s Local are all options within reach on your weekly shop.
- Healthcare - Barnet Hospital is a 10 minute drive from the town centre and offers vital medical care, including emergency treatment. Several GPs, dentists and pharmacies are also located in the town itself.
- Shops - The high street is packed with essentials, as well as independent and charity shops where you can find unique bargains. Borehamwood Shopping Park also includes a number of high street brands.
Activities for retirees in Borehamwood
Borehamwood is a relatively relaxing area, with pastimes reflecting a laidback style of living. However, you won’t have to look far afield if you’re looking for excitement on your next day out.
- Elstree and Borehamwood Museum brings the local area and its rich history to life with a variety of historical artifacts.
- Different clubs and interest groups are on your doorstep, whether you prefer a book club or something more sporty. The local U3A most likely has a social group to get you out and about.
- For peaceful exercise enjoyed as a group or solo, plan a stroll through the scenic countryside, or local areas like Aberford Park, which offer serene greenery.
Enjoy an active retirement in Borehamwood
Borehamwood is just over an hour away from London, making it easy to plan day trips out to the capital city. Here, you can enjoy some of the best museums in the UK, classic West End theatre performances, and a variety of cuisines, shops, and other experiences.
If you prefer a quieter getaway, a quiet escape to the rolling green countryside is also a short drive away, such as Shenley Park, where you can plan a scenic stroll and grab a coffee in the charming village of Shenley, less than ten minutes from town.
Transport links and connections
Borehamwood’s proximity to London ensures great transport links to the wider South of England, as well as the countryside.
- By car - The town’s proximity to the M1 and A1 provide connections to the countryside and further North, from small towns and villages to cities like Leicester and Peterborough.
- By bus - Buses run regularly and offer direct access to the rest of the region, like Edgware and Elstree.
- By rail - The local train station supplies regular direct services to London, Luton, St Albans, and further afield.
- By air - Borehamwood is within reach of London’s major airports, such as Heathrow, making it easy to plan holidays abroad.
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:
McCarthy & Stone made it an easy move and took care of all of the legal side. They also helped with the moving and selling, so we really didn’t have much to do. The apartments are nice and modern, so it really gave us a fresh start to do what we wanted. There were only a few of us to begin with, but we grew together and now have a great community here.
Sylvia, homeowner at Goldwyn House, Borehamwood
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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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