Retirement properties in Gloucestershire

If variety is the spice of life, Gloucestershire is the perfect vehicle for delivery – offering a wide range of activities to enjoy during retirement.

Sports fans will love the atmosphere of cheering during games at Gloucester Rugby Club in Kingsholm and horse racing during the Cheltenham Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse.

Witness the unusual and dangerous Cheese-Rolling and Wake race, where participants chase a Double Gloucester wheel down the steep Cooper's Hill at Brockworth near Gloucester. While interesting, we would not recommend taking part!

There are plenty of free things to do in Gloucestershire, like exploring beautiful areas throughout the Cotswolds. Visit chocolate box villages like Moreton-in-Marsh, Stow-on-the-Wold, and Bourton-on-the-Water for afternoon tea, antique shopping, and riverside strolls.

One of the main draws of Gloucestershire is the abundance of nature to roam, with access to three National Landscapes – The Cotswolds, Wye Valley and Malvern Hills.

The Forest of Dean consists of ancient woodlands, dramatic scenery used in several movies and TV shows, and wildlife habitats.

Malvern Hills spans Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, and Herefordshire, and is perfect for long walks or bike rides. For a more challenging trail, try the 102-mile Cotswold Way from Chipping Camden to Bath.

Or for more urban experiences, follow the Banksy trails in nearby Bristol, shop ‘til you drop in Swindon, or visit award-winning Farmers Market and Shambles Market in the cobbled streets of Stroud.

The spa town of Cheltenham, located 8 minutes from Gloucester, is a mecca for culture. Discover the likes of the Everyman Theatre and The Wilson art gallery and museum, plus some of the best restaurants in the UK, such as the Michelin-starred Le Champignon Sauvage.

Cheltenham Festivals hosts a variety of festivals for science, music, and literature to name just a few. Whatever your interest, you’re bound to find a local event dedicated to your passion.

Admire attractive architecture in the historic Roman town of Cirencester while you explore fantastic independent shops.

History lovers will be pleased to learn there are 25 palaces and castles in Gloucestershire, including Berkeley Castle and Sudeley Castle.

Gloucestershire is positioned conveniently in the South East, with easy transport links available within the county and connections to the rest of the UK.

• By car - The M4, M5, and M40 offer access to counties including Somerset, Warwickshire, and Wiltshire, as well as Monmouthshire in Wales. Visit the popular service station Gloucester Services Farmshop & Kitchen on the M5, and reach London in just under two hours.
• By bus - Gloucestershire is well served by buses, providing local services and connections to bordering areas, such as Oxfordshire.
• By rail - The county has frequent train services, primarily run by Great Western Railways. Enjoy the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, which offers vintage train rides through the spectacular countryside scenery.