Retire to Portsmouth
Nicknamed Pompey, the small city of Portsmouth, Hampshire, is a port and Royal Navy base renowned for its maritime heritage and historic docklands. It offers retired locals a lively mix of amenities and entertainment with excellent transport links.
Local retirees love:
- Shopping and dining at Gunwharf Quays, close to the iconic Spinnaker Tower — it also has a cinema.
- An active retirement, with plentiful green spaces like the central Victoria Park or the attractive Alexandra Park recreation ground with sports facilities including the impressive Mountbatten Centre pool and gym complex.
- Easy access to beautiful sandy beaches, water sports and coastal walks with Southsea and Eastney on the doorstep.
- A strong community — the Portsmouth U3A, for instance, meet at Somerstown Community Centre, with groups for everything from films to philosophy.
2 retirement developments near Portsmouth
Viewpoint | Gosport
Retirement Living- Properties TBC
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
Tudor Rose Court | Portsmouth
Retirement Living Plus- Properties TBC
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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:
It has opened a lot of doors for me and given me more time to focus on the things I enjoy. There’s a great sense of community here. A few of the homeowners have a weekly ritual to visit one of the local pubs to have a meal out.
John, homeowner, Roslin Place
Browse by Retirement Living services
Our retirement developments offer differing amenities and assisted living services. Choose from two options to find your perfect fit.
Retirement Living
Low-maintenance independent living for people aged 60 and over, with a House Manager on-site and a friendly community on the doorstep.
Retirement Living Plus
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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