The stunning show suite and homeowners’ lounge at Turner Place are now open. Tours are available Tuesday to Saturday, 10.30am - 5pm. Call us today on 0800 201 4811 to book a viewing.
Our central Thatcham development is the perfect location for those wanting to settle down and be close to nature whilst enjoying the convenience and shops of the town. Situated in the heart of nature reserves and parks, this development resides in the charming town of Thatcham, just 14.4 miles from Reading and 15 miles from Basingstoke.
With a wealth of choices for shopping, attractions and beautiful nature or historic walks, this development will provide retirees with everything needed to settle and start afresh. Offering a selection of stunning one and two-bedroom apartments, you can be sure that every one of our homes has been designed to offer the best in function, comfort and style. Apartments have been designed with stylish yet classic decor, so that your favourite pictures, trinkets and accessories will look great in your new home. You'll be pleasantly surprised to find luxury touches and practical appliances in each apartment too, designed to benefit your lifestyle.
With its main frontage on The Moors Road, located on the edge of The Broadway retail core, this development is in a prime location with supermarkets and local shops, places to eat, banks, schools and fitness centres all within walking distance. In just 3 minutes, you can walk to a large Waitrose supermarket, ideal for weekly shops and fresh flowers or treats. In the same amount of time, you can enjoy a relaxed coffee at Costa Coffee or catch up on essential tasks at the Post Office or bank. Additionally, you can enjoy a range of delicacies and delights at the surrounding local cafes, shops and restaurants or head further afield to the charming pubs that reside in the surrounding countryside.
Residents at this property will benefit from McCarthy Stone's intelligent and extensive security features, including a video entry system and 24/7 emergency call system. A dedicated House Manager will be on site to help you with any requirements, as well as provide residents with great services and activities.
Selected apartments offer private balconies with lovely views of the town and surrounding area, and residents can also enjoy relaxed strolls in the communal courtyard and landscaped gardens. The McCarthy Stone guest suite provides friends and family with a home away from home, so that they can join you for extended stays or overnight visits. You can also enjoy generous car parking, scooter storage and a cycle store on-site, giving you plenty of choice for transport.
Development Highlights
- Stunning Show Suite now open - take a tour of the 1 and 2 bed show apartments
- Convenient shops and services of The Broadway retail area close by
- Excellent access to bus and rail services
- Thatcham is home to wonderful historic and nature attractions
- Beautiful landscaped and communal gardens
- Dedicated House Manager
Key Features
- Available to buy now
- Communal lounge
- Balconies
- Guest suite
- Car parking
- Camera entry system
- Lifts to all floors
- Mobility scooter room
- Pets allowed
Virtual Tours
See for yourself what Turner Place has to offer with virtual tours of our one bedroom apartment, two bedroom apartment and communal areas. To get the best experience click the full screen icon with the four arrows below in the bottom left menu bar.
Interactive Site Plan
Our interactive site plan allows you to explore this retirement development. Click the tabs to view each floor, with G being the Ground Floor. You’ll see that one-bedroom retirement homes are shown in yellow and two-bedroom apartments are shown in purple. Any retirement property shown in red is already reserved, sold or rented out. When you click on an available property, you’ll be given information about the sale and/or rental prices (all rental prices include service charges and ground rent). You can then click on ‘view property’ to find out more.
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Occupancy options
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/01/2021
* To be offset against your initial payment and fully refundable should your tenancy not proceed
- Communal area costs inc. electricity, heating and lighting
- Future maintenance fund
- Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
- Ground rent
- Maintenance of building and gardens
- Emergency call system
- Building insurance
- Active social calendar of events and exclusive discounts
- Dedicated on-site team
What's not included?
- Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments)
- Phone / broadband
- Council Tax
- TV licence / TV service
- Home and contents insurance
What is an Assured Tenancy?
Assured Tenancy means that you agree to rent the property for a minimum term of 12 months, but after that you can leave at any time as long as you give two months written notice. We can’t ask you to leave unless you have broken the terms of the agreement.
I want to rent. What checks do you carry out and what do I need to prepare?
We’ll ask you to complete a Rental Application Pack and an Income and Expenditure form to get the information we need to do standard background checks. You’ll be asked for proof of income, savings and/or pensions, along with copies of your last three months’ bank statements. You’ll be asked to provide identification documentation that complies with the latest Government Right to Rent regulations – our sales consultants will talk you through what you need.
Do I need to pay a reservation deposit?
Yes, you will need to pay a small refundable reservation deposit to reserve the property. You will also have to pay a security deposit equivalent to five weeks rent when you move in.
What do I have to pay before moving in?
Before you can move into your property, you will need to pay the first month’s rent together with your security deposit, minus the reservation deposit you’ve already paid.
The security deposit is equivalent to five weeks rent. Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you know the exact amount you need to pay in plenty of time.
McCarthy Stone is part of the Tenancy Deposit Scheme, membership number G10625. Download the Tenancy Deposit Scheme leaflet.
What date are rental payments due?
All rental payments are due on the 1st of each month and must be paid by direct debit. Your rent includes all of the development’s service charges, ground rents and property maintenance.
It’s an affordable approach to owning a stunning new retirement home:
- You may be able to access cash tied up in your existing property (known as ‘equity release’)
- You can choose to buy a bigger percentage of the property in the future – this reduces the rent you pay
- If you want, we can buy your existing property as a part exchange
- You’ll be eligible for our free Smooth Move removal service, plus a contribution to legal and estate agent fees
The rent is set at the point of purchase. Annual rent review on the date specified in your lease will be indexed to movements in the Retail Price Index (RPI) subject to a minimum 0.5%. RPI has been in the range c.1-4% since 2013 and was 3.3% in March 2018. 3.3% is equivalent to an extra £1.98 per week for typical rent of £60 per week.
What is Part buy, part rent?
A flexible, affordable alternative to outright purchase, with all the benefits of ownership. For more information call: 0800 201 4811
How it works
You purchase a minimum 50% share in a brand new McCarthy Stone retirement property and pay rent on the part you don’t own.
Benefits include:
It’s an affordable approach to owning a stunning new retirement home
- You may be able to access cash tied up in your existing property (known as ‘equity release’)
- You can choose to buy a bigger percentage of the property in the future – this reduces the rent you pay
- If you want, we can buy your existing property as a part exchange
- You’ll be eligible for our free Smooth Move removal service, plus a contribution to legal and estate agent fees
Is private shared ownership available at all McCarthy Stone developments?
No. This offer is available at selected McCarthy Stone developments, so make sure you check with the sales team on site.
What % of the property do I have to purchase?
70% is the standard option – there are options to increase this over time, known as staircasing.
What is staircasing and how does it work?
What further costs and fees are involved You can purchase further 10% increments, based on valuation at that point. You can staircase to 100% at which point the property would be wholly owned. You would stop paying rent, but service charges and ground rent continue to be payable to McCarthy Stone.
Each time you staircase you need to plan for additional costs such as valuation fee, legal expenses, SDLT*/LTT** if applicable.
*Stamp Duty Land Tax **Land Transaction Tax (LTT) has replaced SDLT in Wales from April 2018
Do I pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) or Land Transaction Tax (LTT) on a private shared ownership property?
You will need to pay SDLT*/LTT** on a private shared ownership property, but you may have less to pay than if you had purchased outright. You should seek advice from your solicitor to confirm how much SDLT you have to pay.
*Stamp Duty Land Tax **Land Transaction Tax (LTT) has replaced SDLT in Wales from April 2018
How much rent will I have to pay and how will that change over time with rent reviews?
The rent is set at the point of purchase. Annual rent review on the date specified in your lease will be indexed to movements in the Retail Price Index (RPI) subject to a minimum 0.5%. RPI has been in the range c.1-4% since 2013, and was 3.3% in March 2018. 3.3% is equivalent to an extra £1.98 per week for typical rent of £60 per week.
Living at Turner Place

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- 2 Jun12:00 - 14:00
Jubilee Celebration
Turner Place, The Moors, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 4ATJubilee Celebrations at Turner Place.
You're invited to our special Jubilee celebration at Turner Place, Thursday 2nd June from 12pm-2pm. Enjoy cakes, treats and music as we celebrate the Queens Jubilee with the wider community.
Our friendly team will also be on hand to give you a tour of the development, where you can visit the show suite and learn more about our vibrant community. Discover the style and thoughtful touches our properties are renowned for and see for yourself why Turner Place is proving so popular.
70% now reserved! Don't delay, secure your place at our Jubilee Celebration by calling 0800 201 4811 today.
Living in Thatcham
Steeped in nature and history, Thatcham is a market town with roots that can be traced back to 8400 BC. An ideal balance between nature, history and shopping, it's an excellent home for anyone wanting to settle down and relax in their retirement, without feeling too rural.
This development is surrounded by excellent attractions, walks and amenities with the Nature Discovery Centre being a gentle stroll away. The centre is located by Thatcham Lake, with plenty of activities for both children and adults to enjoy. Here, visitors can explore the local wildlife, woodland flora and fauna in a serene location. To the south of the McCarthy Stone residential development, there are a number of rivers and lakes to explore as well as plenty of pleasant strolls and easy-to-access paths. Excellent golf courses can be found within a short driving distance and residents can also enjoy the attractions of neighbouring town Newbury, that include Shaw House and Newbury Racecourse.
Travelling around Thatcham and further afield is ideal for both drivers and those who prefer public transport, with excellent road links and public transport close by to this development. Thatcham train station is a 20-minute walk, 4-minute drive or 10-minute bus journey from the development and offers direct services to Reading, Maidenhead and Slough in under an hour. Convenient connecting services make travelling further afield a breeze with regular journeys to Swindon, Bath and Andover available. The A339 and A34 are accessible through the neighbouring town Newbury, which also offers access to the M4.
Shops, fitness centres, schools, cafes and medical centres are all located in Thatcham with the main retail hub, The Broadway, right on this development's doorstep. Here, residents will find both small and large supermarkets including a Co-Op and Waitrose, local butchers and charity shops. Barclays and Lloyds Bank are also close by, while a Lloyds Pharmacy, Royal Mail Post Office and a selection of boutiques are available to explore. You'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out, with a range of cafes, restaurants, takeaways and pubs right on your doorstep in a variety of cuisines including British, Italian, Chinese and Indian.
- Conveniently situated close to these local amenities:
- Post Office 0.2 miles
- Thatcham Medical Centre 0.4 miles
- Waitrose 0.1 miles
The development is in an excellent location, with plenty of amenities nearby. The Kingsland Centre is under 1 mile away and contains a range of shops, banks, eateries and a Waitrose.
You’ll have plenty of chance to keep active in Thatcham, too. There are two health and leisure centres within 0.7 miles, and each offers a range of clubs and classes. You can also enjoy watching the local cricket, hockey, rugby union and football teams that are based in the town.
Getting to Location
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"At first I was a bit worried about moving here as I felt we were maybe not quite ready for this type of living. But what can I say, how wrong I was. This has turned out to be one of the best decisions we have ever made."
The Team at Turner Place

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Apartment of the month
Property 17 is a fantastic first floor two bedroom retirement apartment. This property benefits from additional natural light owing to its corner aspect. There is an ensuite and a walk-in wardrobe to the large master bedroom. The apartment has a separate fully fitted modern kitchen, shower room and additional storage space. This property also benefits from a balcony off the living room, offering great views over the communal gardens.
Price includes curtains and light fittings.
Smooth Move
Nobody expects moving home to be easy, but we’re here to help you every step of the way; from the moment you make a reservation, through to the day you move in. Our Smooth Move service ensures everything goes like clockwork, which includes helping with the cost*.
To find our more please call 0800 201 4811.
We can help reduce the hassle of selling your current property
Moving home no longer has to be a daunting experience or take forever. If your current property qualifies for Part Exchange*, you’ll effectively have a cash buyer. So you’ll avoid all the usual uncertainty and frustration.
To find our more please call 0800 201 4811.
WIN A £20,000 JOHN LEWIS HOME MAKEOVER!
Reserve a McCarthy Stone retirement apartment by 31st July 2022, for the chance to win a £20,000 makeover* with the John Lewis Home team. As well as this incredible top prize, everyone that reserves by 31st July 2022 will receive a £500 John Lewis Gift Card*. But that’s not all! If you book a guided tour of our developments by 31st July 2022 you’ll receive a £20 John Lewis Gift Card* as a thank you.
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