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The best is now

Why 'save for best' when every day is a special occasion? It's high time we celebrate our prized possessions rather than hiding them away.
Blog
Retirement Life

The Column

Guest posts from esteemed experts.

The Post-Election Property Bounce

Carsten Swift, Associate at Knight Frank, discusses how in the aftermath of Brexit, there is a renewed positive outlook in the housing market.
Guest Blog
Property

Interior Design - Traditions, Trends and Timelessness

New year is an ideal time to look back at interior decor styles and trends, then look ahead to the exciting upcoming trends.
Guest Blog
Property

Audley Stars - 2019 Awards

Last week we celebrated the people who made a difference in 2019, enriching the lives of Audley owners and guests visiting our villages...
Award
Audley Updates

2019 Christmas Fairs

Enjoy mince pies, mulled wine and browse a selection of beautiful handmade gifts from local craftspeople.
News
Audley Updates

Audley Group secures planning approval at Scarcroft

Audley Group, the UK’s leading provider of luxury retirement villages, announces it has secured planning approval on the Audley Villages site at Scarcroft, West Yorkshire.
Press Release
Audley Updates

Audley Annual 10k - We did it!

Audley Group staff powered through the 10k at Blenheim Palace to raise over £4,000 for the British Heart Foundation...
Your stories
Audley Updates

What a finish

We're just applying the finishing touches to Audley Cooper's Hill, and what a marvellous finish it is too...
Gallery
Audley Updates

Welcome to Nick Edwards as COO

Audley Group appoints Nick Edwards as Chief Operating Officer as the business prepares for accelerated growth...
Press Release
Audley Updates

New joint venture to deliver four new retirement villages

Audley Group has formed a joint venture with the real estate arm of Schroders and Octopus Real Estate, to fund the development of four sector leading retirement villages...
Press Release
Audley Updates

'Going the extra mile' for carers

Audley teams literally ‘Going the extra mile’ for the Care Workers Charity
Blog
Audley Updates

Stanbridge Earls construction photos

Due to open later in 2019, Stanbridge Earls will have 155 cottages and apartments designed to complement the Grade II* Tudor Manor house at its centre.
Update
Audley Updates

Audley Stanbridge Earls hosts cricket legend David Gower

Owners and staff at Audley Stanbridge Earls enjoyed an afternoon with ex-England cricket captain David Gower.
News
Audley Updates

Stanbridge Earls Progression

On Friday 29th March phase two at Audley Stanbridge Earls was launched at a downsizing event.
Update
Audley Updates

In the blue corner… Kamran Ahmad for Cancer Research UK!

Audley staff member and boxing rookie Kamran Ahmad takes on a boxing challenge for charity
Blog
Audley Updates

A Happy Retirement and the U-Curve of Happiness

We all aspire to live a happy retirement and the ‘U-curve of happiness’ is all about how we can embrace that neurological and psychological sweet spot in later life.
Blog
Retirement Life

The best is now

Why 'save for best' when every day is a special occasion? It's high time we celebrate our prized possessions rather than hiding them away.
Blog
Retirement Life

Why wait? Experience true luxury travel

There are not many over 55’s travel experiences that can offer true luxury both at sea and on land, however, this is exactly what Regent Seven Seas Cruises achieves with each and every voyage.
Guest Blog
Retirement Life

Tips for a smooth Christmas

With all the enjoyment and goodwill that Christmas brings, comes the pressure and occasional family tensions that go with it. Here are our tips on how to plan a smooth ‘together’ Christmas.
Top tips
Retirement Life

How to turn your home into your retirement fund

We need to start sooner, thinking in our fifties about where we want to be and how we want to live.
Guest Blog
Retirement Life

Right-sizing? I blame the hedge!

Mrs Anne Foster owns a property at Chalfont Dene and has kindly written a very honest review on her decision to right-size and her perspective on life in an Audley village...
Your stories
Retirement Life

8 'late bloomers' who found success in retirement

It’s not uncommon for celebrities to take early retirement with their larger-than-life salaries, however some choose to head back to work and find huge success through doing so.
Blog
Retirement Life

Do you remember these sayings?

Can you fill in the blanks and remember these well known quotes?
Blog
Retirement Life

When should you retire?

British people are working harder than ever, leading many to consider early retirement. But how early is too early?
Blog
Retirement Life

A jargon-busting guide to retirement living

Are you thinking about retirement plans? As retirement experts, we explain the tricky terminology and take on frequently asked questions about retirement living.
Blog
Retirement Life

Retirement villages – the key to unlocking the housing and social care crises

When I started Audley, over 20 years ago, I had a vision for the future of housing for later life; a retirement village which offers the facilities of a spa hotel but with care on hand...
Guest Blog
Retirement Life

Father's Day gift ideas

Contemplating what to buy for dad that he doesn't already have?
Top tips
Retirement Life

Physio tip of the month - Chin Tucks for posture

Excel Physio share their advice on the exercise of the month.
Guest Blog
Health & Wellbeing

Refresh your fitness routine in 2020

Every New Year’s Day, millions of us vow to embark on a new exercise regime. How do we make those good intentions last the year?
Blog
Health & Wellbeing

Physio tip of the month - Fall prevention

Excel Physio share their advice on fall prevention and the exercise of the month.
Guest Blog
Health & Wellbeing

Pride = service excellence

Paul Morgan, Audley MD, describes the value of pride and how that translates to service excellence in our business
Guest Blog
Health & Wellbeing

Embrace your beautiful lines: A refreshing look at a beauty regime for the over 50s

Fine lines and wrinkles are a natural part of the ageing process and are not imperfections, but a manifestation of all the amazing things we’ve done so far in our lives.
Top tips
Health & Wellbeing

The difference between yoga and pilates

Despite both being hugely popular exercise disciplines, many people confuse both yoga and Pilates.
Blog
Health & Wellbeing

How gardening can promote feelings of wellbeing

Whether spending time in a garden or cultivating plants on a terrace or windowsill - as your plants flourish so too will you...
Blog
Health & Wellbeing

A Walk Through Dementia

Presented in virtual reality, you'll look at everyday life through a new lens.
Event
Health & Wellbeing

Proud to be the youngest Care Branch Manager

Our 26 year old Care Branch Manager, Jessica, talks about her experiences in care and what she loves about caring for others.
Guest Blog
Health & Wellbeing

Biomechanics: Good posture and an attitude

As we age, it is important to understand the role biomechanics plays in being able to exercise safely to maintain a good level of fitness and wellbeing.
Guest Blog
Health & Wellbeing

How therapy dogs are making our lives better

Have you heard of therapy dogs? They’re making a huge difference to people with mental health issues. Find out about how they help here.
Blog
Health & Wellbeing

Why become a carer

Care work is challenging, interesting and hugely rewarding. At Audley Villages, we encourage new recruits to be a part of one of the most rewarding careers they could choose.
News
Health & Wellbeing

Love yourself this Valentine's Day

Whether it's dinner for one, or with a loved one, celebrate love in all its forms this Valentine's Day.
Blog
Food

Burns Night - when, what and why?

Burns Night is celebrated on the 25th of January every year to mark the birthday of Robert Burns, a celebrated Scottish poet and songwriter.
Event
Food

Veganuary and the rise of veganism in the UK

Winter can a time of overindulgence for even the most well-intentioned among us, and many people look for a way to offset the damage by throwing themselves into a new regime in January. The buzzword of most health and wellbeing headlines this month has
Blog
Food

An evening with Dean Edwards

Celebrity chef to host evening at Symonds at Redwood near Bristol.
News
Food

Easy Chocolate Mousse

Indulge the senses in this rich but light chocolate mousse from Audley Chef Gert Pienaar...
Recipe
Food

Honeycomb Recipe

Heavenly honeycomb you can make it home, by Audley Chef Gert Pienaar...
Recipe
Food

‘Pick your own’ farms – a celebration of British produce

Take home fresh produce and enjoy a great day out at the same time
Blog
Food

Wine pairing tips #englishwineweek

A beautifully paired wine can bring out the best in a dish. During English Wine Week our Head Chef shares some top tips for wine pairing...
Top tips
Food

National Sandwich Week

Sandwich myths debunked and the ultimate sandwich recipe
Guest Blog
Food

How to cook broccoli

5 steps to perfectly cooked broccoli
Recipe
Food

Cracking Tea, Gromit!

Sneak peek at Bristol's new themed Afternoon Tea
Blog
Food

Top tips for flippin' good pancakes

Read our top tips from our Group Head Chef, so you can mix and flip your way to successful pancakes this Shrove Tuesday.
Top tips
Food

The Post-Election Property Bounce

Carsten Swift, Associate at Knight Frank, discusses how in the aftermath of Brexit, there is a renewed positive outlook in the housing market.
Guest Blog
Property

Interior Design - Traditions, Trends and Timelessness

New year is an ideal time to look back at interior decor styles and trends, then look ahead to the exciting upcoming trends.
Guest Blog
Property

Styling for WOW factor

Styling makes all the difference to any scheme, adding personality and interest to help build a story and communicate a lifestyle.
Guest Blog
Property

Going once, going twice...SOLD!

Inglewood hosted a valuation event, welcoming celebrity auctioneer Thomas Forrester to provide our guests with tips on selling at auction...
Event
Property

On Trend Colours

How colours in the home have the capacity to impact and influence our mood.
Guest Blog
Property

Won't you take me to... London town?

Kevin Shaw explains why, with more than 1 million people aged over 65 living in London, more retirement living units are urgently needed.
Guest Blog
Property

Knight Frank Research: New prospective buyers increased 21% in the year to May 2019

Carsten Swift, Associate at Knight Frank, talks us through their recent property research and the increase of new prospective buyers.
Guest Blog
Property

Audley's first carbon neutral development

Audley Group today announces it has applied for planning permission for its first carbon neutral development as part of a new phase of properties to be built in Berkshire.
Press Release
Property

Design Q&A on Cooper's Hill

Q&A with Jen Bernard from the conception of Cooper's Hill through to now as our Runnymede village nears completion...
Guest Blog
Property

Downsize your space, upscale your style!

Jen Bernard of Bernard Interiors shares her advice on where to start when downsizing and de-cluttering your retirement property
Guest Blog
Property

Guarantee the sale of your home with part exchange

At Audley, we're delighted to be able to guarantee to sell your existing property at up to full market value* so you can move in to your new home in a few short weeks.
Blog
Property

Bringing the authentic Audley style to Clapham

Jen Bernard tells us how she strikes a balance of classic and contemporary in designing Audley's first London retirement village.
Guest Blog
Property

A Happy Retirement and the U-Curve of Happiness

We all aspire to live a happy retirement and the ‘U-curve of happiness’ is all about how we can embrace that neurological and psychological sweet spot in later life.
Blog
Retirement Life

The Post-Election Property Bounce

Carsten Swift, Associate at Knight Frank, discusses how in the aftermath of Brexit, there is a renewed positive outlook in the housing market.
Guest Blog
Property

Love yourself this Valentine's Day

Whether it's dinner for one, or with a loved one, celebrate love in all its forms this Valentine's Day.
Blog
Food

Interior Design - Traditions, Trends and Timelessness

New year is an ideal time to look back at interior decor styles and trends, then look ahead to the exciting upcoming trends.
Guest Blog
Property

Burns Night - when, what and why?

Burns Night is celebrated on the 25th of January every year to mark the birthday of Robert Burns, a celebrated Scottish poet and songwriter.
Event
Food

The best is now

Why 'save for best' when every day is a special occasion? It's high time we celebrate our prized possessions rather than hiding them away.
Blog
Retirement Life

Audley Stars - 2019 Awards

Last week we celebrated the people who made a difference in 2019, enriching the lives of Audley owners and guests visiting our villages...
Award
Audley Updates

Why wait? Experience true luxury travel

There are not many over 55’s travel experiences that can offer true luxury both at sea and on land, however, this is exactly what Regent Seven Seas Cruises achieves with each and every voyage.
Guest Blog
Retirement Life

Veganuary and the rise of veganism in the UK

Winter can a time of overindulgence for even the most well-intentioned among us, and many people look for a way to offset the damage by throwing themselves into a new regime in January. The buzzword of most health and wellbeing headlines this month has
Blog
Food

Physio tip of the month - Chin Tucks for posture

Excel Physio share their advice on the exercise of the month.
Guest Blog
Health & Wellbeing

Refresh your fitness routine in 2020

Every New Year’s Day, millions of us vow to embark on a new exercise regime. How do we make those good intentions last the year?
Blog
Health & Wellbeing

Tips for a smooth Christmas

With all the enjoyment and goodwill that Christmas brings, comes the pressure and occasional family tensions that go with it. Here are our tips on how to plan a smooth ‘together’ Christmas.
Top tips
Retirement Life

Audley Villages on Instagram

@audleyvillages #audleyvillages
SPA DAYS | Follow @bodhitreespa to book your spa day at the newly opened Audley Club at Cooper’s Hill. 3
MAKING AN ENTRANCE | Audley Cooper’s Hill, Englefield Green 5
STANBRIDGE EARLS | Shot by a member of the team on the village. • • • • #stanbridgeearls #romsey #audleyvillages #retirementliving #stanbridgemanor #independentliving #retirementvillage
FINSHING TOUCHES | We absolutely love seeing the designs come to life with all the finishing touches. • Audley Clevedon Ilkley • • • • #ilkley #clevedon #yorkshire #audleyvillages #interior123 #interiordesign #plates #finishingtouches #interiorinspiration #audleyclevedon 4
CHARACTER | Audley Stanbridge Earls is a grade II* listed building which means @bernardinteriors had to work extremely hard at bringing the gorgeous Audley Interiors alongside the original wooden features.
WELCOME HOME | Audley Stanbridge Earls officially opened its doors just before Christmas and our new Audley owners began moving in, an exciting new chapter for the team and our owners. • • • • #audleyvillages #romsey #romseylife #romsey #stanbridgemanor #stanbridgeearls #property #rightmove #retirementplanning #retirementliving
FESTIVE | Cocktail tasting at @langtonsrestaurant • • • • #festivecocktails #langtons #englefieldgreen #luxurylifestyle #afternoontea #surrey #magnacartapark #audleyvillages #christmascocktails
LIBRARY | The new refurbished library at Audley Clevedon, Ilkley. • • • • #librarydesigns #library #clevedonrefurb #audleyvillages #clevedon #ilkley #retirementplanning #retirementliving #retirementlife
CLASHING | Clashing colours completely complimenting each other and Audley Clevedon. • • • • #clevedon #ilkley #interior123 #interiordesign #audleyclevedon #retirementplanning #retirementliving #designer #clashingcolours #luxuryliving #luxury 1
STANBRIDGE EARLS | the @bernardinteriors team are on site at Audley Stanbridge Earls this week for the fit out and we cannot wait to see the design come to life. • Video credit: @bernardinteriors • • • #audleyvillages #romseyabbey #stanbridgeearlsvillage #luxuryliving #retirementlife #propertiesforsale #rightmove #interiordesign #interiors123
CLEVEDON | Our villages look just as beautiful under the moonlight as they do in the sunshine. • • • • #audleyvillages #ilkley #clevedon #yorkshire #retirementliving #retirementplanning #totem #luxuryliving #propertiesforsale #luxuryhomes #afternoontea #theclevedon 1
HAPPY HALLOWEEN 🎃 • • • • • #audleyvillages #halloween2019 #retirementliving #luxuryretirementliving #spooky #retirementplanning #luxuryproperty
AUTUMN | A beautiful shot taken by one of the very talented team at Audley Chalfont Dene. • • • • #chalfontdene #thechalfonts #audleychalfontdene #audleyvillages #retirementliving #retirementcommunity #exteriordesign #autumnleaves #luxurylifestyle #luxuryliving #retirementvillage
REFURB | @bernardinteriors have been working their magic again, this time at our village in Yorkshire Audley Clevedon. • • • • #refurb #library #librarylife #audleyvillages #yorkshire #ilkley #audleyclevedon #retirementvillage #retirementliving #luxurylifestyle #propertydesign #interior123