Retirement properties in Surrey

When you retire to Surrey, you get the best of both worlds. Enjoy vast landscapes of rural England on your doorstep, with trips to bustling locations such as London just a short journey away.

The ice rinks, pools, and bowling lanes at Guildford Spectrum leisure complex are the perfect place to bring younger relatives for an engaging day out. For something further afield, day trips to the picturesque coastlines of Brighton and Portsmouth are a little over an hour from Surrey.

Winkworth Arboretum remains one of Surrey’s most popular attractions, maintained by the National Trust for over 60 years. Stroll through impressive magnolias, azaleas and bluebells, see its lakes and wetlands, or enjoy locally-sourced refreshments at the charming tea room.

Surrey has a vibrant and active community with plenty of social and sports groups for you to join and make new friends.

• Sports - With more than 100 golf clubs and almost 90 tennis clubs spread around the region, you'll have plenty of chances to keep fit and enjoy the fresh air.
• Boating - Hire rowing boats and canoes at the Farncombe Boat House to cruise the River Wey, and enjoy boat trips at Dapdune Wharf in Guildford.
• Nature - Take activities and social groups into the Surrey wilderness, where there are dozens of dedicated heritage trails and cycling routes to follow while you explore the county, such as wetlands and woodlands at Riverside Park Nature Reserve.

Surrey has a rich cultural and arts scene packed with local history, fondly and proudly preserved by residents and the local community.

• Heritage - If you’re passionate about local history, visit Waverley Abbey. Founded back in the 12th century, the Abbey was once to be home to monks. Nowadays, it’s a popular filming location.
• Music and theatre - Catch Shakespearean drama, ballet and West End musicals at the 1,300-capacity New Victoria Theatre and see touring musical acts at the modern G Live art centre.
• Art - Discover hundreds of artists and sculptures at the 10-acre arboretum at The Sculpture Park in Farnham, and marvel at contemporary works at the Lightbox Gallery in Woking.

Surrey is particularly well-connected by road and public transport, making travel in and out of the country straightforward for drivers and non-drivers alike.

• By car - Major routes in and out of Surrey include the M25 and M3, plus A-roads like A3, A24, and A31 for cross-county connections.
• By bus - Surrey’s extensive bus network provides convenient connections between towns, though villages might have reduced frequency in evenings and on Sunday.
• By rail - Regular train services provide easy access to the rest of the country. Catch fast trains to London, Gatwick Airport, Reading, and more.