Royal Lodge
Hardings Lane, Newbury, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4WG
Hardings Lane, Newbury, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4WG
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Providing enjoyable, safe and worry-free retirement living
Churchill Estates manage this development, and Churchill Sales & Lettings handle many re-sales and lettings in Churchill developments.
Manager's Description
"Royal Lodge is a delightful retirement development of 35 one and two bedroom senior apartments for the over 60s. Royal Lodge is named after the Royal Hotel which formerly stood on the site, and also b..." Show more "Royal Lodge is a delightful retirement development of 35 one and two bedroom senior apartments for the over 60s. Royal Lodge is named after the Royal Hotel which formerly stood on the site, and also because of the Royal Wedding between Prince William and Catherine Middleton, in the year in which it opened.Royal Lodge is ideally located at the end of the High Street within easy reach of the local shops and essential amenities including a doctors, dentist, Post Office and library. It is also well located for Riversmeet, a community, sports and fitness centre with facilities which include a fitness suite, sports hall, swimming pool, dance studio, therapy room and the town's bowling club.
Gillingham is ideally placed for exploring the surrounding area of North Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire and has excellent communication links. The town is on the Exeter to London railway line and is just four miles from the main London to Penzance trunk road." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
35 flats. Built in 2011. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 400 yards; shop 500 yards; post office 500 yards; town centre 500 yards; GP 500 yards.
Social activities include: Coffee mornings, film shows, afternoon tea, wine tasting, cold lunches, clothes shows, parties, meetings, singing, organised by Lodge Manager. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (well behaved pets are welcomed, subject to prior permission).
Housing Authority: Dorset
Social Care Authority: Dorset
Info updated: 07/03/2022
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-sale: A one bed ground floor apt. Asking price: £115,000. (Notified 03/05/2025). Contact Churchill Sales & Lettings on 0800 077 8717 or click here to view on their website
Re-sale: A two bed second floor apt. Asking price: £125,000. (Notified 03/05/2025). Contact Churchill Sales & Lettings on 0800 077 8717 or click here to view on their website
Residents' views
A number of residents have used EAC's resident consultation card game to give their views on aspects of where they live. They gave top marks to this scheme for: Community spirit
Consultation
Convenience of the location
Number / size of facilities
Privacy
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the facilities
Quality of the individual apartments
Safety and security
Staff role and interaction
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"It has a warm friendly atmosphere. High St available for general shopping and luncheons."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living here because of the security inside the flat front door. To be near the doctors and pharmacy and supermarkets. There is the option to jo..." Show more
"I like living here because of the security inside the flat front door. To be near the doctors and pharmacy and supermarkets. There is the option to join in lodge activities - or not, as you wish." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living here because of the security inside the flat front door. To be near the doctors and pharmacy and supermarkets. There is the option to join in lodge activities - or not, as you wish." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Less worry to maintain our home. Everything is very convenient, doctors, shops, buses, train station. Company when you need and your own front door wh..." Show more
"Less worry to maintain our home. Everything is very convenient, doctors, shops, buses, train station. Company when you need and your own front door when you don't." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Less worry to maintain our home. Everything is very convenient, doctors, shops, buses, train station. Company when you need and your own front door when you don't." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Very friendly with plenty going on. Near to all local shops, Dr etc. No worries about maintenance etc. Comfortable apartments."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Independent living. Own front door & apartment. Company when required. Very friendly. Convenient for shops, doctors, etc."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Security, convenience, nice company of others, convenience for shopping."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It offers security, comfort & company which I find very rewarding. The Lodge Manager (Jean) is very helpful & sorts out our problems where possible. W..." Show more
"It offers security, comfort & company which I find very rewarding. The Lodge Manager (Jean) is very helpful & sorts out our problems where possible. We have many varied social activities. the town is very convenient for shopping." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It offers security, comfort & company which I find very rewarding. The Lodge Manager (Jean) is very helpful & sorts out our problems where possible. We have many varied social activities. the town is very convenient for shopping." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Exceptionally good lodge manager. Very helpful, pleasant 7 kind. Also social events and meeting up with other residents in lounge if you wish to do so..." Show more
"Exceptionally good lodge manager. Very helpful, pleasant 7 kind. Also social events and meeting up with other residents in lounge if you wish to do so." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Exceptionally good lodge manager. Very helpful, pleasant 7 kind. Also social events and meeting up with other residents in lounge if you wish to do so." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My husband and I have lived at Royal Lodge for three years. The lodge has a lovely atmosphere. The lodge manager is excellent - caring, helpful and un..." Show more
"My husband and I have lived at Royal Lodge for three years. The lodge has a lovely atmosphere. The lodge manager is excellent - caring, helpful and understanding. Bakes cakes and goodies for us. Programme every month, and of course tea/coffee sessions!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My husband and I have lived at Royal Lodge for three years. The lodge has a lovely atmosphere. The lodge manager is excellent - caring, helpful and understanding. Bakes cakes and goodies for us. Programme every month, and of course tea/coffee sessions!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I moved here 4 years ago with my husband, now deceased. here I feel safe & secure - no outside worries with upkeep. I have new friends and we have a l..." Show more
"I moved here 4 years ago with my husband, now deceased. here I feel safe & secure - no outside worries with upkeep. I have new friends and we have a lovely manageress who is so helpful &more like a friend." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I moved here 4 years ago with my husband, now deceased. here I feel safe & secure - no outside worries with upkeep. I have new friends and we have a lovely manageress who is so helpful &more like a friend." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Excellent lodge manager. Very friendly people. All services within easy walking distance - doctor, dentist, supermarkets, shops and fish and chips."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"As a local lad, moving to Royal Lodge was a very good thing, keeping old friends and making new ones. The icing on the cake is the C.O., Lodge Manager..." Show more
"As a local lad, moving to Royal Lodge was a very good thing, keeping old friends and making new ones. The icing on the cake is the C.O., Lodge Manager Jean." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"As a local lad, moving to Royal Lodge was a very good thing, keeping old friends and making new ones. The icing on the cake is the C.O., Lodge Manager Jean." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This place has changed my life. I used to be very lonely and shy but I regularly join in with the great activities that Jean puts on. It's a good loca..." Show more
"This place has changed my life. I used to be very lonely and shy but I regularly join in with the great activities that Jean puts on. It's a good location and I can just about walk to the dentist and doctor alone. I love it here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This place has changed my life. I used to be very lonely and shy but I regularly join in with the great activities that Jean puts on. It's a good location and I can just about walk to the dentist and doctor alone. I love it here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's a friendly place and the lodge manager Jean is amazing . My mother is a different person since living here and her confidence has really grown be..." Show more
"It's a friendly place and the lodge manager Jean is amazing . My mother is a different person since living here and her confidence has really grown because she's made to feel very welcome when joining activities in the lounge. Other residents are friendly too and great location." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"It's a friendly place and the lodge manager Jean is amazing . My mother is a different person since living here and her confidence has really grown because she's made to feel very welcome when joining activities in the lounge. Other residents are friendly too and great location." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
Managed by
Providing enjoyable, safe and worry-free retirement living
Churchill Estates manage this development, and Churchill Sales & Lettings handle many re-sales and lettings in Churchill developments.
Memberships
ARHM: The organisation that manages this scheme is a member of the Association of Retirement Housing Managers, and therefore committed to complying with its Code of Practice.
Retirement Housing Group: The organisation that developed and/or manages this facility is a member of the Retirement Housing Group which advocates for more good quality retirement housing
