24/7 emergency call system and camera door entry
Patio area
A vibrant community in Blandford
House Manager
Life well lived in Blandford!
Life well lived in Blandford!
Exclusive to the over 60s, this retirement development consists of 45 one or two-bedroom apartments conveniently located close to the banks of the river Stour in historic Blandford St. Mary, Dorset, on the site of the old brewery.
We are now almost 50% sold!! Call today to find out about our Shared Ownership purchase option and take a tour of the stunning apartments and homeowners' lounge.
Low maintenance and sociable
With our light and spacious one or two-bedroom retirement apartment, you’ll enjoy intelligent design, high specifications and quality modern flourishes. Many properties will benefit from balconies too. This retirement community will also offer a luxurious communal lounge where you can meet with friends and neighbours, a beautiful shared garden to relax and socialise in and a hotel-style guest suite for when people come to stay.
Safe and secure
All our new retirement properties have integrated security systems, including a 24-hour emergency call out system, fire detection and camera entry system. There will also be a friendly House Manager onsite in office hours for added peace of mind.
Plenty to do on the doorstep
Just across the River Stour, you’ll find the lively heart of Blandford Forum, with its mix of restaurants, pubs, independent shops and high street brands – including an M&S food hall and the popular Blandford Forum Indoor Market – a haven for collectibles and bric-a-brac with a charming café. With the river close by, there are plenty of opportunities for a scenic stroll into the glorious Dorset countryside. Try the Stour Valley Way which begins at Blandford Bridge and meanders through the Crown Meadows and Deer Park.
Development Highlights
- Retirement Living, exclusive to the over 60s
- Spacious homeowners' lounge
- Near to amenities including a Tesco Superstore
- Beautiful landscaped gardens
- Safe and secure with a 24/7 emergency call system and camera door entry
- Easy access to Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset countryside
Key Features
Balconies- 24/7 call system
- Camera entry system
- Communal lounge
- Landscaped gardens
- Pets allowed
- House Manager
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
Interactive Site Plan
Our interactive site plan allows you to easily find available retirement properties. Click the tabs to view each floor. You'll see that one-bedroom homes are a pale green and two-bedroom homes are in blue. When you click on a property, you'll find out whether it is available for sale, rent or shared ownership, as well as pricing. Click on 'view property' to find out more. Retirement homes shown in burgundy are already reserved, sold or rented out, but may be available on our resales website.
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Occupancy options
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 30/09/2023
- Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)
- Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
- Maintenance of building and gardens
- Building insurance
- Development staff
- Future maintenance fund
- Professional fees
- Emergency call system
- Income to guest suites and sundry income
What's not included?
- Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments)
- Home and contents insurance
- Council Tax
- Phone / broadband
- TV licence / TV service
* Reviewed annually
- You can enjoy the McCarthy Stone lifestyle without paying the full purchase price.
- Buying a percentage share of the property allows you to manage your finances to cater for possible future needs.
- If you buy 75% of the value of the property, there is no rent to pay on the outstanding share.
- If you buy 50% of the value of the property, you will pay rent on the outstanding share.
- You could claim up to £500 a year to help with essential repairs in the first 10 years.
With this scheme, you can purchase up to 75% of the value of your property – and if you own 75%, you won’t pay any rent on the outstanding 25% share. It provides a more affordable way to buy one of our retirement properties.
What is Shared Ownership and who are Homes England?
Is Shared Ownership available at all your locations?
Who will own the share of the property I don’t buy?
Do I need financial advice?
Will a financial review be needed?
What will it cost upfront?
You should plan for some one-off costs associated with your purchase, including, but not limited to the following:
• Reservation deposit (which is deducted from your final purchase)
• Solicitors Fees and disbursements
• Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) in England.
Your solicitor will be able to tell you if the tax applies and how much it will be
• Estate Agent fees if selling a current property
Can I purchase a parking space?
What does the £500 essential repairs include?
Living at Stour Gate, Blandford
What to expect at Stour Gate, Blandford's luxury retirement development.
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Join us at one of our events
- 10 Oct13:00 - 15:00
Stompin Dave
10th OctStour Gate, Barley Place, Blandford St. MaryCome along to enjoy the vibrant music of Stompin Dave while drinking some delicious sparkling wine in our comfy and stylish homeowners' lounge. Why not take a tour of the stunning new show suite while you are here. We look forward to welcoming you. - Every Fortnight14:00 - 16:00
Fizz Fridays
Every FortnightNext event: 11th OctStour Gate, Barley Place, Blandford St Mary, DT11 9GNJoin us for Fizz Fridays at Stour Gate every other Friday! Enjoy sparkling wine and delicious refreshments with our friendly Homeowners and find out what retirement living at Stour Gate is really all about! Feel free to bring along a friend or family member. Please RSVP to secure your place. We look forward to welcoming you! - Every Saturday11:00 - 13:00
Pastries and Papers
Every SaturdayNext event: 12th OctBarley Place, Blandford St Mary, Blandford Forum, DT11 9GNJoin us for Pastries and Papers at Stour Gate every Saturday morning! Enjoy delicious refreshments with our friendly Homeowners and find out what retirement living at Stour Gate is really all about! Feel free to bring along a friend or family member. Please RSVP to book your place. We look forward to welcoming you. - 25 Oct14:00 - 16:00
Meet local artist Peter Blanchard
25th OctStour Gate, Barley Place, Blandford St. Mary, DT11 9GN
Come along and meet local talented artist Peter Blanchard, also known as ‘The Trailway Artist’ - at Stour Gate!
Our guests will have the opportunity to meet Pete who draws inspiration from his native rural Dorset, particularly views of the discontinued Somerset & Dorset Railway Line (known as the Trailway).
On the day, Pete will paint the view from Stour Gate of the stunning Stour Meadows which which is a hidden gem boasting spectacular greenery and wildlife and has received a Green Flag Award in recognition for being one of the best green spaces in the country.
Why not take a tour of the brand new show apartment while you are visiting. The team look forward to welcoming you.
Offers Too Good To Miss
Try before you buy
If you’ve been thinking about what living in one of our developments is really like, now is the perfect time to give it a try. We are offering a complimentary two night stay in one of our fully furnished retirement apartments.
To arrange a stay call us on 0800 201 4811.
What do you like about living at Stour Gate?
Everything. It’s absolutely perfect in every way. We feel totally pampered living here – it’s like being in a hotel. The position by the river is lovely and the access into the town centre is so easy. The facilities and the staff are all brilliant too. And the neighbours are all lovely – it’s like living with friends.
Retirement living in Blandford Forum
The retirement development is situated in Blandford St Mary on the south bank of the River Stour, immediately opposite the centre of Blandford Forum. The village was built around the Badger Brewery and you could do worse than enjoy a craft beer – or coffee and cake - at the beautifully restored Brewery Tap, Blandford. Or for an usual day out why not explore Blandford Fashion Museum which also boasts a lovely tearoom.
Blandford nestles in the heart of the gorgeous Dorset countryside and is close to an array of attractions including the impressive National Trust Kingston Lacey estate, with its scenic walks down to the Eye Bridge or Pamphill Green.
You can reach the breath-taking Jurassic coast in under an hour, for cliff tops walks, fossil hunting and kayaking at Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. The beaches of Bournemouth are just 40 minutes away and it is easy to hop onto the Blandford to Bournemouth or Blandford to Poole bus to enjoy a traditional seaside day out.
Getting to Location
If you are using a Sat Nav system you may need the full address of this development. The postcode is newly created by Royal Mail and may not be accurate for some months.
Related Developments
Buble & Bubles fundraising for Teddy20
Homeowners at Stour Gate in Blandford St. Mary enjoyed Buble & Bubles while fundraising for Teddy20!
Nature walk Blandford
Walkers joined a Blandford St. Mary ‘Walk and Talk’ event, organised by a local volunteer and the Stour Gate team, to boost mental wellness and encourage social interaction.
Pimperne Open Gardens Donation
The Pimperne Open Gardens in Pimperne has received a £250 boost towards the maintenance of the Pimperne Village Hall.
A visit from Charlie Dimmock
Green-thumbed locals recently gave a warm welcome to TV personality, Charlie Dimmock who joined them for a ‘Flowers and Fizz’ event at Stour Gate.
Council Chairman Lays Date Brick
The Chairman of Blandford St Mary, Councillor Malcolm Albery, alongside his Vice Chairman, Councillor Richard Whitlock, donned hard hats to lay an official date brick McCarthy Stone’s latest development, Stour Gate on Barley Place.
Useful Links
- Retirement Living or Retirement Living PLUS? Which development type is right for you?
- Cut the cost of living: Moving into our retirement properties can save you significant sums.
- Enjoy a stress free move: Our services include Part Exchange, free removals and decluttering.
- Should you buy, rent or part buy, part rent? Find a flexible option to suit your circumstances.
- Discover thoughtful services: From friendly managers to buzzing bistros and homeowner perks.
Please note that images are for illustrative purposes only. Images may include upgrades and optional extras which may be available for you to purchase at an additional cost. Please click here for further explanations. Floor plans and pricing are accurate at time of publication. Floor plans are for guidance purposes only and are subject to change. Prices may fluctuate depending on market conditions and availability.