Retire to Garstang
Retirement living in Garstang
Garstang is a historic market town in the heart of Lancashire, close to Preston, Lancaster and Blackpool. This town offers a vibrant community, stunning scenery and plenty of local events to get involved with.
Local retirees enjoy:
- The traditional high street, lined with pubs, tea shops, cafes, restaurants and independent shops - it is the first ever Fairtrade town.
- Riverside walks along the Wyre, as well as hikes around the local countryside and ruins of Greenhalgh Castle.
- Work by local artists at Garstang Arts Centre, which runs competitions and exhibitions throughout the year.
- Social clubs including the Wyre U3A which offers a range of groups catering to all interests from dancing to gardening and various sports.
Retirement developments in Garstang
Explore retirement property for sale or rent in Garstang, and find your ideal home for senior living.
Stanley Place | Garstang
Retirement Living- Properties 8 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Purchase from £199,950
- Rental available
Senior living in Garstang
Garstang is a welcoming market town situated perfectly between the Forest of Bowland and the North West coastline, with easy access to all the natural beauty of the North West countryside.
Amenities in Garstang
You’ll find everything you need for daily life in Garstang, which combines everyday convenience with the charm of a small countryside town.
- Groceries
The town centre has a Morrisons and Aldi, as well as a Booths and Market House. - Shops
In addition to high street classics, Garstang is home to plenty of independent shops and boutiques, as well as a weekly market and regular farmers markets selling fresh produce and local crafts. - Healthcare
Garstang Medical Practice provides GP services to the town, while a range of dentists, optician and pharmacies are also available. Royal Preston Hospital is a 30-minute drive away and offers more specialist treatments, as well as accident and emergency services.
Things for retirees to do in Garstang
A retirement home in Garstang means easy access to the town’s amenities and an incredibly welcoming community.
Here are a few highlights:
- An impressive array of community groups, such as Garstang Canoing and Kayaking Club, Garstang Ramblers, the Historical Society, Theatre Group, Camera Club, and many more!
- Scenic walks - at the bluebell woods at Brock Bottom or along banks of the Lancaster canal or the River Wyre.
- Food lovers will enjoy The Cheese Shop at Dewlay - which offers a factory tour as well as local specialities like Special Reserve Lancashire.
- Sports from coarse fishing at Wyre Parks Fishery to golfing at Garstang Golf Centre-or swimming at the local leisure centre.
- Regular events and annual festivals, such as the Garstang Walking Festival and the Scarecrow Festival.
Explore the surrounding areas
Our retirement homes in Garstang have a fantastic location for exploring Lancashire’s highlights, including:
- Blackpool with its famous Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool Tower Ballroom and illuminations.
- Preston offers the striking Harris Museum and Art Gallery which houses 20th Century artworks by the likes of Turner and Freud.
- Lancaster boasts the medieval Lancaster Castle as well as a maritime museum.
- Manchester is close enough for a day trip to the Lowry Centre - or Manchester United’s Old Trafford.
- Bowland Fells, also known as The Forest of Bowland, can be reached in under an hour. This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty features peat moorlands, valleys, rivers and woodlands as well as quaint towns, castles and history - including the Tolkien Trail at Hurst Green.
Transport and connections
Our retirement properties in Garstang are ideally located for visits to the rest of Lancashire, with easy access to Blackpool, Preston, Lancaster and Manchester.
- By car
The M6 connects Garstang to Blackpool, Preston and Lancaster, all of which are reachable in under an hour. - By bus
Buses regularly run throughout the town, connecting Garstang to nearby villages, towns, and larger cities like Preston. - By rail
The nearest railway station is in Lancaster, 30 minutes away by bus. However, once there, trains offer excellent connections throughout Lancashire and beyond. - By air
Garstang’s closest airport is Blackpool, which is a round 20 miles away and offers budget travel to Europe. Manchester International Airport and Liverpool John Lennon Airport are both just over an hour away by road.
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Low-maintenance independent living for people aged 60 and over, with a House Manager on-site and a friendly community on the doorstep.
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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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