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Retirement living in Studley
The historic village of Studley is a quiet, welcoming place, set in a picturesque slice of Warwickshire countryside. There’s a lot to love about this location, which you can enjoy from your retirement property in the heart of the action.
Local retirees enjoy:
- An easy walk to amenities including cafes, pubs, restaurants, shops, hair and beauty and healthcare.
- Village charm while being within easy reach of bigger towns and cities such as Redditch, Worcester, Stratford-upon-Avon and Birmingham.
- Nature trails, riverside walks and woodlands to explore in the surrounding areas.
- A close knit community with an active village hall and lots of sports and leisure facilities, including a swimming pool, bowls club, golf club and tennis club.
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Senior living in Studley
Despite being a village, Studley has plenty on offer for easy retirement living. Find all your day-to-day essentials within walking distance, along with community events and countryside to enjoy.

Amenities in Studley
You’ll find plenty of amenities close to our retirement property for sale or rent in Studley, including shops, eateries, and services.
- Groceries
For your everyday essentials there’s a large Aldi and a village Co-op as well as locally-run bakeries, convenience stores and a butcher. - Shopping
There are independent shops in central Studley selling everything from gardening essentials to arts and crafts. However, for a huge range of shopping options head to nearby Redditch or Birmingham’s famous Bull Ring - the city centre is around a 40-minute drive. - Healthcare
The main GP surgery is The Pool Medical Centre, while the closest hospital is Alexandra Hospital in Redditch (1.6 miles away). There’s a dentist, opticians and a pharmacy in the village too.

Things for retirees to do in Studley
You’ll find lots to keep you busy from our retirement flats for sale in Studley.
- Food and drink
From friendly pubs like The Bell to cosy coffee shops like Bumbles, you’ll find something to suit all tastes. Try the Nepalese, Mount Everest Restaurant or Miller & Carter, a steakhouse by the river. - Sports and leisure
Studley Leisure Centre has a pool, gym, sports hall and classes. There’s a bowls club and other activities at Studley Sports and Social Club. The closest golf course is Redditch Golf Club. - Community
Studley Village Hall puts on regular coffee mornings, bingo and fitness classes and has a community library too. - Studley Castle
This grand 19th Century mansion and gardens is now a luxury hotel with restaurants and a spa.

Explore the surrounding areas
This popular village is a superb base for an active retirement, with loads to explore close to our retirement flats in Studley.
Parks and nature
There are plenty of green spaces to enjoy in and around Studley, including Studley Nature Reserve and Haydon Way Wood. Take in the glorious countryside on the Studley Circular, the Arden Way, or meander along the idyllic banks of the River Arrow.
Arts and culture
Nearby Redditch gives you a wider range of shops and restaurants. The Kingfisher Shopping Centre has a huge choice as well as a cinema. Redditch has a small theatre and a museum too. Alternatively, for world-famous culture, art and theatre you can be in Stratford-Upon-Avon in less than half an hour.

Transport and connections
Studley is well-connected making this village the ideal location to explore the Warwickshire countryside and beyond.
- By car
The A435 provides easy access to Birmingham, while the M42 offers connections to locations further afield. - By bus
Regular bus services connect Studley to nearby towns, including Stratford-upon-Avon, Redditch, Coventry and Alcester. - By rail
There is no train station in Studley itself, but Redditch train station is just 10 minutes away. From there you can catch a direct service to Birmingham New Street. - By air
Fancy some sun? No problem. Birmingham International Airport is 40 minutes away via the M42.
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