Retire to Gosforth
This leafy suburb of Newcastle upon Tyne offers a vibrant mix of city convenience and village charm, with a lively high street, lovely green spaces and excellent transport links.
Local retirees love:
- Easy access to Gosforth’s mix of shops, cafes and restaurants and amenities including a library, theatre and leisure centre.
- Plentiful green spaces including Gosforth Central Park, which is idea for dog walking and woodland strolls, but also has tennis courts and a bowling green. The Town Moor and Jesmond Dene are just minutes away.
- A friendly community with social meet ups including Cuppa Club for over 65s which meet at the Etto on the Park café.
- Good transport links make commuting into Newcastle city centre easy via bus or Metro.
2 retirement developments near Gosforth
Clothier Manor | Newcastle Upon Tyne
Retirement Living- Properties 2 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Shared Ownership 50% example share/50% rent £162,500/£373 pcm
Newcastle Great Park | Newcastle upon Tyne
Retirement Living- Properties 51 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Shared ownership available
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Senior living in Gosforth
Gosforth is known for its friendly community, buzzing high street and greenery as well as it’s close proximity to Newcastle city centre.
Amenities in Gosforth
Our retirement flats in Gosforth are located close to a vibrant mix of shops and services, including hair and beauty salons.
- Groceries
There’s an Asda superstore, offering deliveries, as well as a Sainsbury and an M&S Foodhall, but plenty of independents too, with several butchers, bakeries and delis. - Shops
As well as the buzzing high street, the recently revamped Gosforth Central is a key shopping destination with a mix of well-known brands and eclectic independent shops and interesting eateries too. - Healthcare
Gosforth has multiple GP surgeries as well as opticians, dentists and pharmacies. Nearby Royal Victoria Infirmary offers specialist treatments, as well as accident and emergency services within a ten minute drive.
Things for retirees to do in Gosforth
Our retirement property for sale in Gosforth is ideally located for a happy retirement with plenty to get stuck into.
- Enjoy the fantastic food scene, with a mix of traditional pubs, global restaurants and cosy coffee shops. Find five of the best cafes.
- Take part in clubs and hobbies. Try Gosforth Games and Brews boardgames club at the Brandling Arms, Knit and Natter at the library or Turpentyne arts courses.
- Keeping active, whether that’s walking in the local nature reserves or participating in the sports. Try Gosforth Golf Club, affectionately known as ‘the Bridleway’.
- Nearby Newcastle Racecourse hosts events as well as horseracing fixtures.
- Central Newcastle is just ten minutes away, making the many museums, theatres and shopping centres easily accessible.
Transport and connections
Gosforth boasts first rate road links, frequent buses and South Gosforth Metro Station, making travel around the Tyne and Wear area and beyond a breeze.
- By car
You are connected to the wider area by the A184, which takes you for a day trip to the seaside at Sunderland in around half an hour. - By bus
Gosforth has a variety of regular and reliable bus services connecting it to Newcastle and the surrounding areas. - By rail
Nexus Metro operates a subway from South Gosforth to Sunderland every 10 minutes, or Whitley Bay every 20 minutes, as well as to Newcastle and the airport. - By air
Newcastle International Airport is just over 5 miles away and can be reached in under fifteen minutes by road.
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:
Had it not been for OPSO and McCarthy & Stone, our options would have been significantly less. I think this may have left us stuck in a property which was having a negative impact on our wellbeing.
Norman and Moya, homeowners, Elderton Place
Browse by Retirement Living services
Our retirement developments offer differing amenities and assisted living services. 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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