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New ‘book and pastry’ cafe opens at Royal Haslar
Coffee Quarters is a brand new café open at the spectacular Royal Haslar waterfront village in Gosport, Hampshire Home owners and their family and friends can pick up a book from the little library there and enjoy barista coffees, teas, herbal infusions, soft drinks,...
Lockdown artist painting loved ones in watercolour
An award-wining young artist is bringing joy to those in isolation by offering to paint their favourite pet, home or loved one from a photograph. “In times of unease, the importance of friends, family and pets cannot be underestimated,” says Millie Midgley, an...
Work starts on new £50 million retirement village in the Cotswolds
Rangeford Villages has started building a new luxury lifestyle village for the over 60s called Siddington Park Located on a stunning former parkland site on the outskirts of Cirencester the village, built in Cotswold-style stone, Siddington Park will feature one, two...
Free plumbing service for retirees
A video-call app called Clipfix offering plumbing advice and solutions via a video call can be accessed by Retiremove visitors for free until the end of JuneClipfix, set up two years ago by plumber PJ Luard,has seen a rise in demand of some 400 per cent since lockdown...
Retirement property CEO says radical rethink needed to protect older people
A big lesson to be learned from the coronavirus pandemic is to shift focus away from NHS to people receiving care at home Nick Sanderson, Chairman of the Association of Retirement Community Operators (ARCO), told a webinar audience earlier today that there needs to be...
The Vale: London living for lovers of style
A new development is offering hassle-free homes to rent in leafy South London The Vale is a new, completed development of 30 apartments for the over 55s, designed for those looking for a spacious, contemporary home packed with quality features close to great transport...
Audley’s first luxury £125 million retirement village opens in London
A brand new retirement village designed for a new generation of retirees has just been completed in the capital Audley Nightingale Place is preparing to welcome its first owners in May. The 94 luxury properties range from one to three-bedroom apartments priced from...
Homes with generous outdoor space
Now could be the ideal time to look for a home where a leisurely walk doesn't mean having to meet hordes of joggers Manor Wood Gate, Cockfosters, North London Located in Cockfosters, a three-minute drive from the tube station, Manor Wood Gate is a small...
Why a retirement development is a safe haven for isolation
There is no doubt that older people living on their own are not only suffering from loneliness but a fear of catching a deadly virus that is sweeping the world. But if you are lucky enough to live in a safe haven, a retirement community, you will not only be looked...
Stronger Together: new pen-pal campaign from Lifestory
Stronger Together by Lifestory is calling on communities to build a bridge between generations to ensure an open and engaging dialogue to break down barriers and help combat loneliness Hundreds of school-aged children, via school e-learning programmes and their...
Foyles bookshop opens first library at Elysian retirement village
The Elysian library at The Landsby in Stanmore marks the first time that Foyles has curated a private library in partnership with a residential developer The Landsby is one of two stylish villages in the capital, operated by Elysian Residences, designed for retirees....
Enjoy a carefree lifestyle at Debden Grange in Essex
Imagine living in a vibrant community where you can shape your own retirement and enjoy the lifestyle you have been longing for Retirement Villages has been creating amazing communities filled with like-minded people in the South of England for over 35 years. Its...
Downsizing – how to prepare for change
It takes time to prepare to downsize, particularly if you have lived in your marital/family home for many years It is vital to get into the right mindset for change and give yourself from six months to a year develop a positive mental attitude and approach. Many of us...
How pet owners thrive with McCarthy and Stone
Having a pet can transform your life as pet owners at McCarthy and Stone's developments reveal According to a latest study by leading retirement housebuilders, McCarthy & Stone, owning a pet increases your chances of enjoying a happy retirement. Pet owners also...
Move to a great neighbourhood in Yorkshire
Yorkshire is renowned for its community spirit and friendly locals. A supportive neighbourhood becomes particularly important as we grow older, and retirees can be assured that Mickle Hill, a retirement village in Pickering, incorporates this ethos. Located just 10...
Retirees don’t have to downsize Christmas
Residents at McCarthy & Stone developments may have downsized to a smaller property, but it doesn't mean they have to downsize on Christmas, especially when they are part of a warm and close-knit community. McCarthy & Stone developments are well into the...
Why buy, when you can rent and still have the same security of tenure?
The joy of renting is having more money to spend on fun and knowing you are free to move again if you want with the minimum of hassle One of the main barriers to renting in retirement is the worry of having to move if the landlord suddenly wants the property back....
How downsizing can help you realise your dreams
Downsizing to a home that meets your needs can unleash all kinds of opportunities – including travelling to exotic places The big question facing Ann Girling ahead of her milestone 70th birthday, was what she wanted from her retirement years? It’s a big question a lot...
Kasbah Angour – a Moroccan paradise in the Atlas foothills
JANE SLADE discovers a hilltop oasis 30 minutes from Marrakech offering walks in the Atlas foothills Winston Churchill once said that Marrakech was the nicest place on earth to spend an afternoon. He loved watching the sunset over the mountains. In the 1930s when he...
How living close to your parents can make everyone happy
Closing the distance gap between you and your parents has huge benefits that can make a difference to everyone's lives Helping to plan your parents’ future isn’t easy. But encouraging them to move closer to you when they get older will be a boon to your life as well...
How renting could give you more money to spend on having fun
Retirement can give you a new lease of life, enabling you to spend time doing things you love, from travelling and hobbies to seeing more of family and friends. So how can you afford it? To help make the most out of retirement many people are choosing to release...


















