“I founded the Musical Memories group about four years ago now. I’d been at Wadswick Green for a few months, and I thought I would set a group up and see what the interest would be. Music is really connected to people’s memories, and I find for over 60s it’s particularly true with music from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. I noticed how easily people remembered music and lyrics, so I thought that maybe playing music and discussing it could be a good idea.

We’ve had the Musical Memories group going for some time now, so we know each other quite well, it’s really good. When we first came to Wadswick Green we didn’t know anybody, so it’s a great way to meet people. You get to learn about people’s backgrounds, because they reminisce about their life, what they were doing when a certain song was playing on the radio… It’s a lot better than just talking about the weather!”

“The workshop is a great addition to the excellent amenities we already have at Mickle Hill. It was erected in 2019, and since then we have insulated it, lined out the inside, and painted it out. We have fitted it out with a purpose-made long joiners bench, a large table top for various activities, and a smaller bench so wheelchair users can be included as well. Two wood carving kits have been donated so we have lots of tools and equipment.

About 3 or 4 owners frequently use the workshop but all are welcome to use the tools and power tools, under supervision. On leaving school I had an apprenticeship in carpenter and joinery followed by a career in, or attached to, the Building Industry, so I enjoy sharing my skills and experience with others. We have a number of lady owners who are keen to make something in wood, not having had the opportunity before, and the making of bird boxes has been suggested.”

The show apartments are well dressed and bring the pictures alive. Floor plans alone do not go anywhere near to seeing the ‘real thing’.

The apartments feel spacious and we love the bay windows and the bathroom designs make them feel spacious too. Sandra explained the ‘tech’ aspects well.

Altogether thoroughly impressed and can’t wait to move in!

“I was delighted to discover that Siddington Park was such a dog friendly village. When I told people I was downsizing and moving here, many people asked me what I was going to do with dogs. It made me laugh really, I don’t think they realise how much space I have here, it’s really perfect for them. Living on the ground floor, I have a large outdoor patio area with space for them to roam around, in addition, there will be the landscaped gardens and communal areas. There are some stunning walks right on the doorstep with fields and plenty of public footpaths, where I have already met so many other friendly dog walkers.

“The dogs and I have settled into our new home really well; I think the dogs are enjoying the social aspect of living here as well as me. We have lovely neighbours, the gardeners and staff are all really helpful, it’s great to watch life going by outside our window. I am particularly looking forward to the social aspect of living here, when other owners move in and the communal amenities are up and running like the swimming pool, gym, cinema and café, there will be a real community spirit here. I am looking forward to leading an active lifestyle and joining the clubs and activities that will be on offer.

“The location is excellent; we are on the outskirts of Cirencester with all its boutique shops restaurants and coffee shops.

“I would definitely recommend Siddington Park to anyone considering moving here, in fact, I have already recommended a friend, who will be moving in soon. I’m really looking forward to enjoying my future here.”

“After two years of living on my own in a four bedroom house I decided it was time to move to a retirement apartment. I did not want just an apartment but more of a community. Siddington Park fulfills all my requirements. These include a pool, a Restaurant, a Cinema and a Gym as well as the opportunity to join in various events. I have opted for a two bedroom apartment. The apartment is spacious and the kitchen fittings are to a very good standard. The bathroom has a walk in shower. I intend to use the smaller bedroom as a study as I am studying with the Open University.

It will be wonderful to be able to be on my own when I want to be, but if I need a break I will be able to visit the pool or have a coffee in the restaurant and meet other owners or walk in the garden which I will not have to weed. Sandra, the Marketing Representative was very helpful. She emailed the information about the apartments to my children who do not live near me. They were impressed with the floor plans and facilities and agree I am doing the right thing. I felt so excited when I first visited the Marketing Suite and I still am. I know I am making the correct choice by moving into Siddington Park.”

“As soon as I moved to Mickle Hill my mindset changed completely, and I felt so relieved as everything is so flat and well laid out, that I don’t have that constant worry or obstacles to mobility. There are lovely, landscaped gardens to walk around, and I regularly take the local bus, which stops at the village, into town to enjoy all the local amenities. I can also walk into town if the weather is fine.

Everyone is so friendly here and there is a real sense of community. I’m also enjoying the social aspect of living here, I’m a very social person by nature and so now I get to mix with other people, it’s nice to have a chat over coffee or in passing.

In the summer, I really enjoyed taking part in and watching a range of sports on the village green, including croquet. I also lead a far more active lifestyle here and take part in regular exercise and Yoga classes. There’s always something going on, and you can be as involved as you want to be.

It’s very reassuring to know that there is on-site care here, should I need it in the future, it gives me great peace of mind and my family too.

I would say the main benefit of living here, is that all my worries have disappeared and I’m now living a stress-free lifestyle, my son says I’m like a new person and I have to say, I feel like one!