HEALTH + WELLNESS
RETIREMENT LIVING
IN KENT
FOR SOME OF US APPROACHING RETIREMENT AGE OUR PLANS FOR THE FUTURE ARE PERHAPS ONES WE ’ D LIKE TO THINK ABOUT LESS . SOME OF US MIGHT TURN A BLIND EYE TO HOW WE WOULD LIKE TO SPEND OUR NOT- SO-DISTANT FUTURES AND HAVE A VAGUE IDEA ABOUT COUNTRY COTTAGES WITH ROSES AROUND THE DOOR , COASTAL BOLTHOLES IN QUAINT TOWNS OR FARM HOUSES NESTLED DEEP IN LUSH VALLEYS . BUT AS THOUGHTS CREEP IN ABOUT LIFE AFTER WORK AND HOW WE PLAN TO SPEND OUR LATER YEARS , THERE ’ S SIMPLY NO NEED TO ASSOCIATE RETIREMENT SO CLOSELY WITH AGEING . IT IS THIS APPROACH THAT MIGHT HINDER OUR ATTITUDES TOWARDS RETIREMENT AND THEREFORE OUR PLANS OF HOW WE INTEND TO SPEND IT .
ORCHARD YARD
Retirement is regarded so differently now compared to how it was for members of the Silent Generation or even some of the early Baby Boomers . With quality of life improving so rapidly and lots of us living longer due to better health and medicines , the later stage of our lives should be viewed as an exciting change that allows more time to appreciate loved ones , take care of ourselves , take part in our favourite activities , embrace new hobbies and generally enjoy the finer things in life and the special moments it has to offer .
It ’ s important to remember that in retirement our lives do not ‘ stop happening ’ and instead they continue to evolve – retirement actually provides us with even more opportunity to be proactive and make the most of our time . Our environment and where we live is undeniably a huge factor in getting the most out of this time , as well as our overall happiness . With an ageing population of fit and healthy individuals , there are now so many options available for retirees due to a demand that has created a competitive market and resulted in an abundance of luxury and exclusive retirement villages , supported living and other options for retirement life . Kent is certainly no exception , it is in fact home to some of the UK ’ s very best .
Orchard Yard , Wingham near Canterbury www . orchardyard . co . uk
Orchard Yard , based in the charming , quintessential village of Wingham is an exclusive new community of homes for those aged 55 and upwards . These beautifully designed homes are reflective of their idyllic English countryside surroundings and have been perfectly crafted for retirement living and equipped to adapt to every possible need that may arise for residents over time .
Nine houses and six apartments make up this gorgeous community , plus a whole host of communal areas which are set within the original walled farmyard of Wingham Court , a rambling Grade II listed manor house .
A home at Orchard Yard offers so much more than bricks and mortar . At the heart of the community is the clubhouse ; a multifunctional , communal space exclusively for residents , this is the perfect venue for each and every social need , housing a stretch studio , gym and plenty of space for gatherings . Out through the bifold doors is a large terrace complete with firepit and BBQ , and access to the extensive communal grounds where you ’ ll find a rustic communal table to enjoy a meal surrounded by nature .
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