Keeping fit and active is extremely important for Stourbridge resident Dudley McGill. Since moving into his Churchill Retirement Living apartment at Spicer Lodge in Stourbridge, Dudley (83) has been making the most of the opportunity to visit different areas of the country and stay in the Guest Suites of other Churchill developments.

Dudley comments, “As a resident at Spicer Lodge I am able to use the Guest Suites at other Churchill Retirement Living developments which is ideal for exploring the great British countryside. I am a keen walker and have always kept active so it is a great opportunity to get out and about. The Guest Suites allow me to stay in different parts of the country for just £15 a night.

“The suites are very spacious with twin beds and an en-suite bathroom and feel just like staying in a four star hotel room, but at a fraction of the price. I have already visited Malvern, Seaton, Exeter, Twickenham and Market Harborough.”

Dudley, who previously lived locally to Stourbridge decided to move from his three bedroom home after his wife died. He was keen to have a more low maintenance way of life. Dudley continues, “I was very keen to live somewhere which was easy to look after and didn’t become a burden. Spicer Lodge allows me to live an independent life in my apartment but there is a communal lounge area if I wish to socialise for coffee or attend an event such as a fish and chip evening. It gives you the best of both worlds, company if you wish to get involved, but your own space in your apartment.”

Spicer Lodge, which is over 75% sold, comprises of 45 self-contained one and two bedroom apartments. The development is set in landscaped grounds in a central location, just a short distance from public transport links, shops and all the local amenities on offer in Stourbridge.

The development has been specially designed with the over 60s in mind, with features such as a video-entry system, lift to all floors, a 24 hour care and support system and a Lodge Manager for complete peace of mind. Communal facilities include an Owners’ Lounge, Guest Suite and a Laundry Room.

Prices start from £141,950 for a one bedroom apartment and from £175,950 for a two bedroom property plus a fantastic £10,000 discount and a Move for Free package is now available on the final few apartments remaining. To find out more, visit the show complex, which is open daily from 10am to 5pm, call 01384 500676 or log on to www.churchillretirement.co.uk