Poldark lures retirees to Cornwall

Poldark lures retirees to Cornwall

The BBC series, Poldark, which showcases Cornwall’s stunning scenery has been a major factor in raising its profile as a desirable place to retire. Gillian Girling, Chief Executive of Girlings Retirement Rentals, says, “Since Poldark was first screened more...
From South Africa to Surrey: a life-changing move for the best

From South Africa to Surrey: a life-changing move for the best

Moving home can be traumatic at any time but even more so when you have been living abroad. David and Jane Peatfield know this all too well, having moved to Beechcroft’s The Farthings development in Leatherhead, Surrey, after living in South Africa since 1981....
The Albert Suites – the luxury care experience

The Albert Suites – the luxury care experience

With restaurant quality food, chauffeur driven outings and a butler to meet residents’ every wish, the Albert Suites are taking nursing care to new heights Bespoke and personalised care is often aspired to but rarely attained for the aged and nursing sectors; however,...
Are you ready to try something new?

Are you ready to try something new?

Carole Bly now has the opportunity to indulge her passions for travel, belly dancing and family time, thanks to stress free Retirement Living. Carole, 73, who lives in Bexleyheath, believes that the key to a happy retirement is spending time with loved ones, exploring...
Retiring to the capital

Retiring to the capital

To retire in London – the only way is up says Jane Slade Retired schoolteacher Kathleen Rawes, 85, missed London’s theatres and restaurants so much after she retired to Harrogate that she moved back six months ago. “I was craving a taste of city living,” she said....
Downsizing doesn’t mean compromising

Downsizing doesn’t mean compromising

If you’ve spent a lifetime in a large house surrounded by big pieces of furniture, what can you do when you want to downsize? For John and Frances Jenkins, the answer was to buy a Beechcroft home at Maygate Place in Medstead, Hampshire as Mrs Jenkins explains: “Before...