Retire to Cullompton
Relaxing and peaceful, the historic market town of Cullompton is set within the tranquil Culm Valley. The town is surrounded by spectacular countryside with the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the vibrant city of Exeter less than half an hour away.
Local retirees enjoy:
- An active retirement exploring Cullompton’s many footpaths, bridleways and cycle trails, as well as golfing at nearby Padbrook Park.
- Convenient travel links to Exeter, Tiverton, and England’s Southwest.
- Plenty of amenities beyond the basics, with a health and fitness centre, fishing lake, salon, and sports bar where you can enjoy days of activity, pampering, and socialising respectively.
1 retirement developments near Cullompton
Foxglove Place | Cullompton
Retirement Living- Properties 7 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Shared Ownership 50% example share/50% rent £130,000/£298 pcm
- Purchase from £245,000
Retirement living in Cullompton
Affectionately termed ‘Cully’ by the locals, Cullompton is a small town with plenty of charm, good amenities and excellent transport links, offering a great balance of serenity in the town and excitement a short drive away.
Local amenities
Cullompton provides everything you need for a serene retirement full of activity, wellbeing, and fulfillment.
- Groceries - The town has a Tesco Superstore and Home Bargains, as well as Fordmore Farm Shop, 6 minutes drive away.
- Healthcare - The nearest hospital with an A&E department is the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 25 minutes drive away. The town has several options for GPs, dentists, and pharmacies to fulfil your daily healthcare needs.
- Shops - The high street has plenty of independent shops, charity shops, restaurants, cafés and traditional pubs, as well as a butchers and a bakery.
Activities for retirees in Cullompton
While Cullompton is a small village, there are still plenty of things to do and activities to enjoy, such as:
- Visit Bickleigh Castle and Killerton House, both a short drive from the town, where you can learn more about the history of the surrounding area.
- Shopping at the farmers' market at the Bullring, a staple since 1998. A number of pannier markets and street markets also run regularly in the town.
- Exploring the various foot and cycle paths on the town’s Heritage Trail, which starts in the centre of town and takes you past many iconic landmarks that make Cullompton unique.
Enjoy a happy retirement in Cullompton
The town and surrounding area has plenty of attractions for you to enjoy, including:
- The Antique Village in Hele, 8 minutes drive away, is a collection of 65 sellers with many antiques and vintage items on offer.
- Specialist museums like Coldharbour Mill, Tiverton Museum, and Whimple Heritage Centre, all a short drive away in the surrounding countryside.
- Multiple walking trails and countryside cycle paths where you can enjoy the gorgeous setting surrounding Cullompton.
Transport links and connections
While Cullompton’s town centre is compact and walkable, the transport links provide excellent opportunities for day trips to the wider Devon and Somerset countryside.
- By car - The M5 runs through the town, providing fairly direct access to larger towns and cities like Exeter, Bridgewater, Taunton, and the rest of the Southwest.
- By bus - The local bus network runs fairly regularly, providing transport to Exeter and Tiverton, as well as the amenities on the outskirts of the town.
- By rail - Re-opening Cullompton railway station is a work in progress as of 2025, in the meantime, the nearest station is Tiverton Parkway, 11 minutes drive away.
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:
You needn’t worry about privacy. Once you close the door to your apartment, it’s like you’re in your own little world. The great thing about independent living is the balance – the social aspect is there if you want it, but you can also enjoy your own space.
Erika and Stephen, homeowners, Foxglove Place
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