Giving up the car could save retirees £2,000 a year
Residents at McCarthy & Stone’s Warburton Court retirement development in Uppermill are proving there’s no need to worry about giving up your car in later life. The prime High Street location is ideal for the local shops and services of Uppermill and using public transport to get around saves them over £2,000* and benefits the environment too.
To help residents at Warburton Court make the best use of these local transport and delivery services, McCarthy & Stone has introduced a ‘Green Transport Plan’. This tailor-made pack contains detailed information about public transport with route maps and journey times, door-to-door services and other mobility schemes in the area.
Fiona Brooks, Regional Sales and Marketing Manager for McCarthy & Stone, said: “The savings on running a car are clearly adding up for purchasers here at Warburton Court. Many people fear that giving up their car in later life means they will lose their independence, but this certainly isn’t the case for residents here. The development enjoys a prime location on the High Street and our Green Transport Plan lets new residents know about everything on offer in their area, without having to source the details separately.
“The central location of the development is also one of the key attractions to residents, many of whom have hung up their ignition keys permanently, or intend to do so. If you’d like to find out how you can save money, help the environment and enjoy life without a car why not get in touch?”
Warburton Court has been designed for active retired people seeking a secure and manageable home in their retirement without losing their independence. Each self-contained apartment is linked to a 24-hour personal emergency service and a closed-circuit TV system so residents can check who is calling at the main entrance.
The development has an elegantly furnished central lounge for social events, a guest suite where friends and family can stay overnight, and a laundry room. General maintenance is overseen by the resident House Manager, who is also a good neighbour to all.
Prices start from £151,950. For further information about Warburton Court call in from Tuesday to Saturday, 10.30am-5.00pm, or log onto mccarthyandstone.co.uk.
*Cost worked out using the AA’s petrol car running costs guide and is approximate. Cost is based on a new car up to the value of £12,000, travelling 5,000 miles a year and spending 106.3p/litre on unleaded petrol.
