Retirement properties in Hampshire

Retirement gives us more free time to explore and discover new things. Wherever you live in the county, Hampshire offers a range of activities to enjoy.

• Explore miles of sand and clear waters on Hayling Island, sailing along the shingle beaches at Calshot, or strolling grassy banks and seaside cliffs in Lee-on-the-Solent.
• Animal lovers can find birds of prey at the Hawk Conservancy Trust in Andover, watch fallow deer at Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary, and see lizards and snakes at the New Forest Reptile Centre.
• Explore local history at bustling ports, castles and museums. Learn about carefully conserved warships at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, centuries of royal ancestry at Winchester Castle and 16th-century architecture at the Tudor House and Garden in Southampton.

From social and shopping trips to fitness and nature, Hampshire is the perfect setting to enjoy a fulfilling retirement.

• Browse local produce and crafts at regular markets held in towns like Alresford, Winchester, and Romsey.
• Visit larger towns and cities for all your shopping needs. Try West Quay Retail Park in Southampton and Festival Place in Basingstoke.
• Walk or cycle across hundreds of miles of beautiful woodland in the New Forest National Park or chalk grassland and windswept cliffs at South Downs National Park.
• Join senior-friendly fitness classes at leisure centres across the county or join a golf, tennis or bowls club.
• Take part in hobby clubs and volunteering opportunities. Try your local the University of the Third Age (U3A) group in Hampshire.

Home to England’s previous capital, Winchester, Hampshire has a rich cultural heritage and strong sense of community. 

• Milestones Museum in Basingstoke transports you back in time with indoor streets, shops, and exhibits from centuries past.
• Portsmouth Historic Dockyard showcases maritime history, including HMS Victory and the Mary Rose.
• Jane Austen’s House is a chance for literary enthusiasts to see where the author wrote her classic novels.
• Catch West End musicals at the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton or comedy at The Anvil in Basingstoke.
• The iconic Winchester Cathedral provides a stunning setting for the Winchester Christmas Market.
• Discover creativity at Southampton City Art Gallery and The Wykeham Gallery in Stockbridge.
• There’s also a range of events throughout the year, such as Art in the Garden near Romsey.