Retire to Bagshot
Set along the route from the West Country to London, the large and pleasant village of Bagshot, Surrey, was originally made prosperous thanks to its many coaching inns. Today it is known for its Royal resident, Prince Edward, who lives at the former Stuart and Tudor hunting lodge Bagshot Park, and its strong community spirit.
Local retirees enjoy:
- An impressive array of amenities for a village, with plentiful shops, eateries, community groups, leisure facilities and excellent transport links.
- Village events throughout the year, such as a May Day celebration, Christmas carol service, children's treasure hunts and street parties.
- The surrounding green spaces including Lightwater Country Park, Earlswood Park and Swinley Forest.
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Retirement living in Bagshot
The village of Bagshot, Surrey, boasts rural charm combined with convenient amenities making it an appealing choice for those seeking a quieter lifestyle close to nature. Find out what Bagshot could offer you in retirement.
Local amenities
Our retirement properties for sale or rent in Bagshot are in the heart of the village where you'll find everything you need to enjoy an active retirement.
- Groceries
Bagshot boasts a large Waitrose supermarket as well as a Co-op and an M&S Food. - Shopping
Local shops and services include a post office, hair and beauty salons, clothing shops, pet shops and hobby specialists. Longacres Garden Centre has a popular café. - Healthcare
Frimley Park Hospital is just four miles away and offers comprehensive medical care, including A&E. GP surgeries include Park House Surgery and Lightwater Surgery. Bagshot Dental Centre and Bridgeview Dental Surgery are good options for dentistry and there’s an optician: The Village Eye Clinic plus a pharmacy too.
Activities for retirees in Bagshot
Although Bagshot is a small village, there are plenty of activities to enjoy.
- Visit the many green spaces for leisurely walks, cycles and picnics, including Windlesham Arboretum and Barossa Nature Reserve.
- Community activities are on offer at The Bagshot Playing Fields Association which offers senior ballet, Windle Valley Centre which has clubs for older people and Bagshot Village Community Library.
- Sports and leisure facilities include Windlesham Golf Course, Bagshot Tennis Club or Lightwater Leisure Centre. Places Leisure, in nearby Camberley, has swimming and fitness classes.
- The village has Italian, Indian and Turkish restaurants as well as traditional pub grub at The Three Mariners and The Cricketers. You’ll also find delightful independent cafés. Try Roost or The Village Café.
Transport and connections
Bagshot has excellent transport links to keep you connected to nearby town, cities and further afield.
- By car
The M3 gives you easy road access to London, Southampton, and the wider Surrey area. - By bus
Regular local bus services provide easy access to surrounding towns and Surrey County Council offers free bus passes for eligible retirees. - By rail
Bagshot Railway Station is found close to our retirement properties for sale or rent in Bagshot. The station has ramp access and you can reach London Waterloo in just over an hour. Camberley and Woking stations are also nearby. - By air
London Heathrow Airport is your closest international airport. Just 16 miles away it can be reached in under 30 minutes by car.
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