Retirement Living explained

You may have a lot of questions about retirement. What is retirement, exactly? What age can I retire? And if I do, is Retirement Living right for me? It's understandable that you may have some questions and some uncertainty about what retirement living is and whether it is the right option for you. At Churchill, we believe retirement is all about having time to enjoy the things you love the most.

Designed exclusively for the over 60s and with our Owners in mind, our retirement apartments enhance and support your new, low maintenance lifestyle. Above all, we offer a safe and secure retirement providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

Retirement Homes in the City

Retire in the cityIf you want a retirement characterised by convenience and lively new experiences, our city-based retirement homes will more than fit the bill. Live in a community that feels like home, while branching out and discovering something new.City retirement livingThings to do in the cityOne of the greatest joys of a city retirement

Retirement Homes in the Country

Retire in the countryThere’s a reason why so many retirees are eager to escape to the country. The countryside comes with the promise of relaxation, natural beauty and the opportunity to enjoy a much slower pace of life. To help you get in touch with Mother Nature, Churchill Retirement has a selection of retirement properties

What is retirement living?

We are proud to say that we have a trusted, quality product so you can be sure you're in safe hands. Churchill advocates an independent lifestyle. We offer quality facilities to enhance and support your new, low maintenance lifestyle. Above all we offer a safe and secure retirement providing peace of mind for you and

Independent living

Living in a Churchill retirement apartment provides you with the independence you have enjoyed throughout your life.

Facilities at our lodges

At all Churchill retirement homes, there is a range of facilities exclusively for Owners. Amongst our facilities you will find:Lodge ManagerThe Lodge Manager is responsible for the effective and smooth running of our developments. You'll find him or her a great help, from answering day-to-day queries to keeping an eye on your apartment if you go

Feel safe and secure

Simply sit back, relax and enjoy your retirementAt Churchill we know the importance of feeling safe in your home. Each of our retirement apartments come with a selection of safety and security features, including the below.We fit all of our apartments with a careline support system. This is connected to 24-hour support so, in the

Is retirement living for you?

You might often ask yourself, 'Should I retire?'. If you're finding the decision tricky to make, you can ask yourself these simple questions to see whether the retirement life is for you.Do I lead a busy, independent life?If you answered yes, then a Churchill apartment could be right for you. We advocate an independent lifestyle.

What is the cost of retirement living?

As with any leasehold property, Owners must pay ground rent (unless the lease of the development/apartment you have chosen was granted after 31 March 2023 in line with current legislation) and a service charge, which includes all exterior maintenance, redecoration and upkeep of communal areas (hallways, lifts, stairs, paths, driveways etc).The retirement home cost includes

Retirement living for your loved ones

Your parents have always looked out for you... Now it's time to look out for themWe all want the same thing for our loved ones. To feel safe, secure and happy in their retirement. And when it comes to discussing retirement living we are experts in the industry so Chat to Churchill.We can make these

Enjoy an active, independent retirement

Go behind the scenes to see what life is like in one of our retirement developments. Find out about the social activities and how you can enjoy a busy social life while maintaining your independence in retirement.

See what our customers say

The Churchill Living reviews are in! We love hearing from our Customers, highlighting why we come recommended. Here's just a small sample of testimonials from happy Owners!Living a fulfilled retirement with Churchill Living

Churchill FAQs

If you have retirement questions to ask that are not in this section, then feel free to contact us and we'll try to answer as quickly as possible.  Explain retirement living in the UKWhat is Retirement Living? Retirement living is about enjoying a new lifestyle. In many ways, living in a retirement apartment is no

Retirement homes by the Sea

Enjoy the fresh, salty sea air and beautiful beaches, right on your doorstep From a leisurely walk along sandy beaches, to a morning dip in the sea, to simply relaxing and taking in the breath taking views across the harbour, our coastal retirement homes can offer you the very best for an independent, safe and