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Retirement living in Tadley
The small town of Tadley was developed in the 1950s and 60s to accommodate an influx of new residents to this lovely rural spot. Today, laid-back Tadley still retains a village-feel with its strong close-knit community.
Local retirees enjoy:
- Amenities including several supermarkets, a swimming pool and gym, healthcare services, cafes, pubs, a bowls club and Bishopwood Golf Course.
- Beautiful countryside with nature reserves, walking trails, attractions like Silchester’s Roman Remains and National Trust properties nearby.
- Community events and activities, including the annual Treacle Fair which celebrates the infamous Tadley ‘Treacle Mines’ and a very lively community centre.
- Excellent transport links to larger towns and cities like Reading, Newbury and Basingstoke.
Amenities in Tadley
Close to our retirement homes in Tadley, you’ll find plenty of amenities for your day-to-day living, healthcare and shopping.
- Groceries
With a Sainsbury’s, Lidl, Co-op and more, Tadley is well served by supermarkets of all sizes as well as independent bakeries and a Sunday Market selling fresh fruit and veg. - Shopping
From florists to pet shops, you’ll find a sprinkling of independent shops in Tadley town centre and a huge selection of retailers at Festival Place shopping centre in nearby Basingstoke. - Healthcare
Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital is just 6 miles away, offering A&E services, specialist care, and outpatient treatment. Tadley Medical Partnership provides GP support and there are options for pharmacies, dentists and opticians in the town too.
Activities for retirees in Tadley
Although Tadley is on the smaller side, there’s plenty to keep you busy with frequent community events and fayres throughout the year.
- Pubs - Tadley has several welcoming pubs where you can socialise with friends or recharge after a walk. The Pelican is a cosy spot, while The Fox & Hounds is popular for Sunday roasts.
- Nature - Tadley Common and Pamber Forest are perfect for nature lovers, promising peaceful woodland walks and wildlife spotting.
- Community - as well as a lovely library and busy church hall, Tadley benefits from an active community centre. Tadley and District Community Association is home to a community cinema and puts on quizzes, clubs and more.
Explore the surrounding areas
The tranquil areas of countryside and preserved historical sites surrounding Tadley are ideal for an active retirement.
- Calleva Atrebatum is the well-preserved remains of a once-important Roman town. It has never been built on and has revealed an in-depth portrait of Roman life.
- National Trust property, The Vyne offers glorious examples of Tudor architecture, tapestries and gardening, with plenty of seasonal activities for people of all ages to enjoy.
- The remarkably preserved Roman Town Walls and Amphitheatre at Silchester is an English Heritage site and perfect for an interesting walk.
- Ewhurst Park is a rural estate that aims to promote biodiversity through rewilding.
- Paices Wood has acres of woodland and lakes and offers fishing as well as walking trails.
Transport links and connections
Our retirement properties for sale in Tadley have excellent transport connections, making it easy to explore the Hampshire countryside.
- By car
The A340 and A33 will get you to Basingstoke in 15 minutes, Reading in 25 minutes, and Newbury in 20 minutes. The M3 and M4 are close by for drives further afield. - By bus
There are regular buses connecting Tadley to nearby towns. Seniors can travel on buses for free with a concessionary bus pass. - By rail
Tadley doesn’t have its own train station, but Aldermaston Station is just 3 miles away. Here you can catch a direct train to London Waterloo. - By air
The closest airport is London Heathrow. Around 35 miles away, it puts the whole world at your feet.
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