Retirement properties in Nantwich

Nantwich is a compact yet well-equipped town that provides everything you need to be supported in retirement.

• Shopping - Nantwich is a lovely place for a spot of shopping, with independent boutiques selling everything from high fashion to fine wines and traditional sweets, as well as high street brands.
• Groceries - Find several supermarkets across the town, including Waitrose, Morrisons, and Aldi. Markets are also a regular fixture in Nantwich, where you can purchase local produce and handmade goods.
• GPs and pharmacies - Several NHS doctors are available to support your health in Nantwich, as well as pharmacies for minor ailments and prescriptions.
• Hospitals - Nantwich doesn’t have its own hospital, but Leighton Hospital in nearby Crewe is 10-15 minutes away by car.

You’ll never be short of things to do in Nantwich. From day trips in nearby areas like Chester, Audlem, and Alsager to local eateries and events, Nantwich offers a varied and enjoyable lifestyle.

• Festivals - Nantwich is home to a range of annual festivals, including Nantwich Jazz Festival, Nantwich Food Festival, and the agricultural Nantwich Show. The International Cheese and Dairy Awards is hosted in nearby Stafford.
• History - Visit Nantwich Museum to discover the town's heritage, including its cheesemaking history and the Battle of Nantwich.
• Water activities - Spend afternoons walking around Nantwich Lake or sailing the banks of the Nantwich Canal Centre. Nantwich has Britain’s only inland saltwater swimming pool, Nantwich Outdoor Brine Pool, with an indoor pool for chilly days.

Nantwich is a friendly town with regular events and plenty of community and interest groups to get involved in, covering everything from model trains to tea dances.

• Local eateries - Nantwich is jam-packed with quirky cafés, traditional pubs, and several restaurants and takeaways offering global cuisine.
• Community engagement - The close-knit atmosphere makes it easy to meet new friends at any age, whether you join clubs or social groups, volunteer, or engage in town events.
• Easy walking routes - The town’s small size and lovely green areas make regular walking and cycling manageable, whether you venture out solo or enjoy strolls with friends.

Nantwich is close to several larger towns, such as Chester, Crewe, and Northwich, so if there’s anything you can’t find in Nantwich, you’re sure to find it just a short journey away.

• By car - The A51 passes through Nantwich, with the A500 connecting the town to both the M5 and M6 for further travel.
• By bus - Both local and regional buses serve Nantwich, providing much-needed links to nearby towns and essential services.
• By rail - Nantwich has its own train station that sits on the Crewe to Shrewsbury line. Trains to Crewe take around 6 minutes, from which you can access services further afield.