Retirement homes in Basingstoke

Retire to Basingstoke

Retirement living in Basingstoke

With farms and parks on the doorstep of this development, it's an ideal retreat for those wanting to enjoy green surroundings and have access to the amenities of a town. A variety of children's playgrounds, Beggarwood Park Childrens Play Maze and a community centre are also close by, making it an excellent place for families and grandchildren to visit and explore.

McCarthy Stone Developments in Basingstoke

Things to do in Basingstoke

Basingstoke is also home to plenty of museums, activities and attractions including Basing House, Willis Museum and the Crabtree Plantation. Here, you can soak up the rich history of Basingstoke, known for its bustling market site roots that date back to 1086, as recorded in the Domesday book.

Basingstoke is perfect for those who want to experience some retail therapy and culture. Festival Place Shopping Centre is next to Basingstoke Railway Station and is home to high street, luxury and boutique shops and cafes that will leave you spoilt for choice. The Anvil, Haymarket Theatre and Vue Cinema can also be found close by and are wonderful spots to enjoy theatre, live performances and the latest films.

Enjoy a happy retirement in Basingstoke

Numerous retail parks are dotted around Basingstoke and close to the retirement development, with a Lidl, Asda, Tesco and Morrisons just a 10-minute drive away. The local Sainsbury's supermarket can be reached in 4-minutes by car or 15-minutes by foot, while a Co-operative Food and Boots Pharmacy is a 3-minute walk away, offering everything you need for an essential shop.

The M3 can be accessed quickly from this development, taking you to Winchester and Farnborough in under half an hour and Southampton in just 34-minutes. Additionally, you can reach Reading, Slough, Maidenhead and Heathrow Airport in under an hour by car and train (or an hour and a half for Heathrow by train). There are also buses that offer regular local services and links.