Do you need to drive to enjoy Thatcham?

While Thatcham is located in a rural area, the local train station offers easy access to the rest of the country, with direct routes to Reading and Newbury, as well as London. The town itself is walkable, but there are also buses to help you explore the surrounding area.

How can you settle into retirement in Thatcham?

The local community has a warm, welcoming reputation. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to introduce yourself at the local clubs, events, and other groups. Many of these are suited for the entire community, while groups like the local U3A cater specifically to retirees.

What healthcare facilities are available in Thatcham?

Thatcham offers several generally well-rated GP surgeries and dentists for regular healthcare, while Thatcham Pharmacy is on hand to fulfil any prescriptions you need. West Berkshire Community Hospital is a 5 minute drive away and equipped to deal with minor injuries. For emergency care, Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading is a 43 minutes away.

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Retire to Thatcham

Thatcham, Berkshire has a lively reputation and long history. It’s believed to be the oldest continually habited place in Britain and can be traced back 12,000 years. You can enjoy an active retirement here with plenty of sport and clubs on your doorstep.

Local retirees enjoy:

Local cafes and restaurants serve everything from traditional pub grub to Thai food.
Socialising at clubs. There’s an active angling association, bowling club, gardening club, rotary association, walking club and more.
Golfing at the nearby courses, such as Newbury & Crookham Golf Club and Donnington Valley Golf Club.
Annual events like Thatcham Festival, celebrate the music, history and arts of the local area.
Soak up nature with a trip to Bowdown Woods or the Nature Discovery Centre.

2 retirement developments in Thatcham

Turner Place
Thatcham, Berkshire
Retirement Living
- Rent from £2,300 pcm
Last few apartments remaining
William House
Thatcham, Berkshire
Retirement Living Plus
- Shared Ownership £225,000
- Buy from £374,995
- Rent from £3,220 pcm

Explore places in the Thatcham area

Senior living in Thatcham

Thatcham is a quaint market town with a charming atmosphere and strong sense of community, making it the ideal backdrop to an active retirement.

Thatcham has a variety of amenities to meet your day-to-day needs from hairdressers to pet groomers.

Groceries -The town centre has a Tesco, Waitrose, Sainsburys, Co-op, and several independent stores. Additionally, stalls at the weekly market sell fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and flowers. It’s held on Fridays on The Broadway and is a favourite of the local community.
Shops - Kingsland Shopping Centre offers multiple shops and services under one roof. You’ll also find a range of independent retailers on the high street.
Healthcare -The nearest hospital is West Berkshire Community Hospital, which provides palliative care, rehabilitation, and cares for minor injuries. There are two GP surgeries, alongside a choice of dentists, pharmacies and opticians.

Thatcham High Street has a variety of amenities to meet your day-to-day needs

The Nature Discovery Centre and cafe is located beside Thatcham Lake

Set in the countryside along the River Kennet and the Kennet and Avon Canal, there’s plenty to explore in the area around Thatcham.

Walking around the Nature Discovery Centre and cafe, located beside Thatcham Lake. This is a great location to visit with grandchildren, who can enjoy the nearby adventure playground.
Newbury Racecourse, a 15 minutes’ drive from Thatcham, is one of the leading racing venues in the UK, hosting 29 race days per year. The Ladbrokes Trophy is the highlight of the racing calendar.
If you love to explore and ramble in the great outdoors, the North Wessex Downs are a 20 minute drive away, and classed as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Despite the rural location, our retirement properties for sale in Thatcham offer enviable transport links to the wider area.

By car
The A339 runs through Newbury, a short distance from Thatcham, and connects the town to larger cities like Reading and Oxford.
By bus
Reading and Basingstoke are reachable by bus, as well as most nearby small towns like Newbury. Concessionary bus passes are available from the West Berkshire council.
By rail
Thatcham’s train station offers fast, convenient travel around Berkshire and London - you can be the capital in just under an hour.
By air
London Heathrow Airport is around 40 miles away - you can be there in under an hour by car or taxi.

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:

At first I was a bit worried about moving here as I felt we were maybe not quite ready for this type of living. But what can I say, how wrong I was. This has turned out to be one of the best decisions we have ever made.
Jayne & Philip Albrighton, McCarthy & Stone residents, Turner Place
The flat is wonderful, warm, cosy, and safe. I immediately felt at home. I have my own space when I need it, but there is also so much going on. I have been able to try new things and make lots of new friends too.
Carole, Homeowner, Turner Place

Choose your retirement living style

Our retirement developments offer differing amenities and assisted living services. Choose from two options to find your perfect fit.

Retirement Living

Easy independent living for people aged 60 and over. You’ll be looked after by a House Manager and enjoy shared amenities and a friendly community on the doorstep.

Retirement Living Plus

Independence combined with flexible assisted living for people aged 70 and over. Benefits include a chef-run bistro and optional Lifestyle Services from laundry to pet-sitting.

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Retirement properties in Thatcham

Retire to Thatcham

2 retirement developments in Thatcham

Turner Place

William House

Explore places in the Thatcham area

Senior living in Thatcham

Homeowner testimonials: telling it like it is