{"id":14249,"date":"2021-04-21T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-21T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/churchill2021.co.uk\/where-to-retire-retiring-in-the-uk\/"},"modified":"2023-02-01T10:11:42","modified_gmt":"2023-02-01T10:11:42","slug":"where-to-retire-retiring-in-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/news\/retirement-lifestyle-news\/where-to-retire-retiring-in-the-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Where To Retire: Retiring in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"vce-row-container\" data-vce-boxed-width=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-30 vce-row-equal-height vce-row-content--top\" id=\"el-f7cae880\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-f7cae880\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-auto vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-last vce-col--lg-last vce-col--xl-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first\" id=\"el-b7cc1e07\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-b7cc1e07\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-b7cc1e07\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-49104fd0\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-49104fd0\"><p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14248\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Devon-County-Images-1920x10811-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Devon-County-Images-1920x10811-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Devon-County-Images-1920x10811-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Devon-County-Images-1920x10811-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Devon-County-Images-1920x10811-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Devon-County-Images-1920x10811-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Devon-County-Images-1920x10811-1-460x259.jpg 460w, https:\/\/staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Devon-County-Images-1920x10811-1-1050x590.jpg 1050w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p><p>As a new chapter in your life begins, a change of scenery could be just what you need to enjoy a fulfilling retirement. With beautiful locations and convenient transport links, retiring in the UK has plenty of advantages. But with so many options, deciding how to choose a retirement location is far from easy. If you need help deciding where to retire in the UK, we can help you out with some of the best places you can retire.<\/p><h5>How to decide where to retire in the UK<\/h5><p>The best way to decide where to retire is to first work out what you want to get out of your retirement. For those who enjoy walks and exploring new areas, relocating somewhere with plenty of open green spaces or beaches will just make sense.<\/p><p>On the other side, if you want to live in an area where everything is conveniently placed, you might prioritise nearby transport links, local amenities or access to family. Perhaps most important of all, if you want to make your pension last longer, you may need to see where you can retire on a budget. By identifying these needs, you can work out where the best place to retire in the UK will be.<\/p><h5>Best places to retire in the UK<\/h5><p>Once you know what you need from your retirement location, it is time to decide. To find out some of the best places to retire in the UK, read on below.<\/p><h6><strong>Devon<\/strong><\/h6><p>With a leisurely atmosphere and plenty of beautiful sights, retiring in Devon is ideal for anyone seeking relaxation in retirement. The area is surrounded by gorgeous golden beaches, and is also home to the breath-taking Jurassic Coast. If you are looking for more activity, the area is also known for its busy cities and towns, complete with handy shopping locations and interesting tidbits of history. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/retirement-apartments-for-sale\/devon\/\">Our retirement homes in Devon<\/a> offer stunning views of the sea at Lyme Bay in Torquay.<\/p><h6>Dorset<\/h6><p>Retiring in Dorset is a great option for anyone looking to escape the busyness of city life. The area is known for its stunning countryside views, with no shortage of walkable spaces to discover. You could visit a beach, explore the Jurassic Coast, or enjoy a walk through the countryside. Dorset is also home to some interesting landmarks, like Durdle Door and Old Harry Rocks, ensuring you will never run out of fun things to do.<\/p><h6>Nottinghamshire<\/h6><p>Nottinghamshire is brimming with character and interesting history, making it a truly entertaining location to retire. Known for being the birthplace of Robin Hood, it is also surrounded by engaging market towns and first-rate museums. If you want something more quiet, you could take a countryside walk in one of the many deer parks, or discover the woodland charms of Sherwood Forest. With its affordable cost of living, it is also one of the cheapest places to retire.<\/p><h6>Sussex<\/h6><p>Dream of retiring by the seaside? A retirement in Sussex might be the best way to make this dream become reality, with plenty of seaside amenities and pebble beaches. But there is far more to Sussex than sunny beaches. The county is rooted in the ancient kingdom of the Saxons, with medieval ruins and ancient monuments like Bodiam Castle to explore at your leisure. With our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.staging.themediapeople.co.uk\/churchill2021\/retirement-apartments-for-sale\/kent\/\">retirement homes in East Sussex<\/a>, you can be situated just moments away from Eastbourne Beach.<\/p><h6>Essex<\/h6><p>If you want a blend of city and countryside, Essex could be the perfect retirement location. Located near London, you can visit the capital city in no time at all, and take advantage of the many entertainment venues, modern galleries and museums. However, the area is also known for its seaside and green spaces, with an expansive coastline and plenty of delightful gardens to explore. If you fancy a spontaneous day out in Essex, you will be spoilt for choice.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a new chapter in your life begins, a change of scenery could be just what you need to enjoy a fulfilling retirement. 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