Retirement properties in the South West

Whether you enjoy adventurous days out or relaxed tours, you’ll be spoiled for choice in the South West.

• City trips - There are plenty of exciting cities in the region. Just to name a couple, Bath is famous for its Georgian architecture, thermal spa water, and Roman Baths. Bristol, home to Banksy, is renowned for its rich culture, hot air balloons, and Aardman Animations.
• Historic attractions - Visit the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, or the Cerne Abbas giant chalk image in Dorset.
• Shopping - Whether you enjoy discovering hidden gems and local businesses or prefer a large shopping centre, transport connections make it easy to enjoy retail excursions in Stroud, Cheltenham, and Bristol.

There’s not much more invigorating than spending time in nature. The South West offers retirees limitless opportunities to explore the great outdoors.

• Outdoor sports - With over 600 miles of coastline, the region is a mecca for walkers, surfers, and wild swimmers.
• Beach visits - Bournemouth beach offers golden sands and plenty of comforts, Summerleaze beach in Cornwall boasts a sheltered sea pool for swimming, and Lulworth Cove in Dorset is dramatically beautiful with rock formations.
• Countryside - Discover unspoilt landscapes in Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. The Cotswolds National Landscape is home to chocolate box villages nestled amongst lush countryside.

The South West is known for its laidback attitude and lively communities. You’ll find plenty of arts and crafts, sports, and social clubs to get involved with.

• Festivals - Celebrate the sea at the Boardmasters festival in Cornwall. Sample the region’s finest treats, including cream teas, seafood, and cheese, at events like Salcombe Crabfest in Devon, Gloucester Food Festival in Gloucestershire, or Dorset Seafood Festival.
• Culture - The region has a rich cultural fabric, making it great for retirees who want to stay engaged with local culture. Find quaint museums, celebrations of local artists, and unique events in every county.
• Socialising - Community organisations provide social clubs, friendship cafés, and hobby groups designed for older people to stay connected. 

Our retirement communities in the South West are in fantastic locations close to transport hubs and main roads – making travel a breeze.

• By car - The M4 and the M5 take you all the way to Exeter. From there, you can connect to the counties further south via easy-to-navigate A roads.
• By bus - Frequent and reliable bus networks operate across towns and cities, though some villages may see fewer services.
• By rail - Trains in the region are primarily served by GWR, running from London Paddington, through Bristol, and all the way down to Penzance in Cornwall in about 5 and a half hours.