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Each month, we feature a selection of developments / schemes that illustrate interesting features of both rented and private retirement housing.

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Bowling Green Court

Brook Steet, Chester, Cheshire CH1 3DN

Bowling Green Court in Chester is a thoughtfully designed, landmark building close to Chester City centre offering spacious, stylish, private apartments and a range of shared facilities and services. A range of two bedroomed properties are available through the Developer, Stepnell Ltd, and the Court is managed by Retirement Security Ltd, regarded as the pioneer of 'very sheltered' private housing. find out more...


Chester View

Ouston Lane, Ouston, Co Durham DH2 1GD

Hanover Housing's Chester View development provides 35 'extra care' flats for rent in Ouston, County Durham. A hot lunch is available every day of the week, and residents enjoy regular social activities including coffee mornings, bingo, singalongs, supper evenings and entertainers. The scheme is pet friendly, and features all the communal facilities associated with extra care sheltered housing. find out more...


Coniston Court

Slatyford Lane, Slatyford, Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 2SH

This sheltered housing scheme for independent living is situated in the Slatyford area of Newcastle approximately 3 miles from the city centre. Managed by Your Homes Newcastle, on behalf of the City Council, Coniston Court provides 35 flats along with communal facilities including a residents' lounge, laundry and guest suite. It is situated in spacious landscaped gardens and has a lively social events calendar. find out more...


Culmore Park

Culmore Road, Derry BT48 7AN

The philosophy of all North & West sheltered schemes is to encourage you to maximise your independence, take control of your life and get involved in the day to day decision making in a safe, comfortable and supportive environment. Culmore Park was built in 1993, and provides 47 flats and bungalows. Meals are prepared on site for a luncheon club which meets Mondays to Fridays. find out more...


Duddon Mews

Devonshire Road, Millom, Cumbria LA18 4EQ

Home Housing Association's Duddon Mews is built as a courtyard around a 'sensory garden' of scented flowers and brightly coloured plants. Each property's front door opens onto a wide cloister which runs round the edge of the garden. This ensures that the garden can be enjoyed all year round whatever the weather. find out more...


St Johns Almshouse

Half Moon Street, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3LH

St John's is a somewhat unusual almshouse in that it provides bedsitting accommodation within one building, and all meals are taken in common. The accommodation is for people in need and with a local connection. Residents pay a modest Weekly Maintenance Contribution towards the upkeep of the House and all meals and services. find out more...