Retirement properties in the North West

Thanks to its diverse terrain and beautiful blend of country, coastal, and urban locations, you’ll find much to see and do when you move to one of our North West retirement properties.

• With an unrivalled musical heritage and top-flight football, Manchester and Liverpool have had a huge impact on global culture and are both brilliant destinations for shopping, eateries, and entertainment.
• Nurture your creativity and curiosity at the region’s various craft centres, creative hubs (like Manchester’s Craft and Design Centre), and volunteer networks.
• Bask in the regional heritage, taking in the impressive architecture of the beautiful Chester Cathedral in Cheshire, the history of the Ribble Steam Railway, and the classic seaside resorts of Lytham St Annes and Blackpool.

If you’re looking for an active retirement, then the North West is the place to be.

• Walking and hiking - The Lake District offers everything from gentle lakeside strolls around Windermere to more challenging fell walks. In Cumbria, you can walk along Hadrian's Wall, among sculptures in Grizedale Forest, and along the Cumbria Coastal Way.
• Sports - The area surrounding Liverpool is known as ‘England’s Golf Coast’ and is home to 12 of Britain’s finest golf courses. There are also opportunities for water-based activities like sailing, rowing, and kayaking, as well as cycling popular routes like the Forest of Bowland.
• Social groups - Community centres and U3A branches offer classes ranging from Tai Chi to creative writing, encouraging lifelong learning and light movement.

When you choose one of our North West retirement properties, you’ll find yourself at the heart of a vibrant community that’s known for its warm hospitality and welcoming environment.

• Festivals - Events include Dentdale Music and Beer Festival, Chester Folk Festival, and Manchester Food and Drink Festival.
• Museums - Visit unique museums like the Beatles Story Museum in Liverpool and the Queen Street Mill Textile Museum in Lancashire, the last surviving 19th-century steam-powered weaving mill.
• Art - Explore respected galleries like the Tate Liverpool, The Lowry in Salford Quays, and Abbot Hall in Kendal.
• Music and performance - From classical to contemporary, the region is bursting with live music and theatre, from the Storyhouse in Chester to the Manchester Opera House. 

Whether you want to explore the Lake District, shop in Chester, or drive along coastal roads, the region’s transport links make independent living both easy and enjoyable.

• By car - The North West benefits from some of the most comprehensive motorway and A-road systems outside London, including the M6, M56, M60, and M62.
• By bus - Major towns and cities in the region have frequent local bus networks operated by companies like Stagecoach. Many smaller towns and rural villages are connected by community transport schemes or dial-a-ride services.
• By rail - The rail network in the North West is extensive, modern, and central to everyday travel. Manchester Piccadilly and Liverpool Lime Street are the region’s busiest stations and serve destinations across the UK.