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Southdowns retirement village is a unique development set in 17.5 acres of the Kent Countryside, whilst retaining the charms of village life in it’s own community.

22/07/2022

Are you green fingered? Why not use one of the available allotments to grow your own fresh vegetables or flowers!

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20/07/2022

“You can only truly appreciate the atmosphere of Southdowns once you have moved in – the residents are so friendly and the staff are fantastic.”
– Mr H

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18/07/2022

Unusually for a retirement development, Southdowns has a fully qualified nurse on site 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Should you have a medical emergency or need medical advice, you can be secure in the knowledge that a fully qualified and experienced nurse is always available, giving you complete peace of mind. Southdowns offers independent living and does not provide ongoing care.

𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 & 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆
Southdowns offers independent living and does not provide ongoing care. They are here to provide assistance in an emergency and can also offer advice.

A GP usually holds Surgery on site every week, so that you do not need to go to the trouble of going into the village and waiting around in the main surgery.

Our staff in the Administration Office are always there to assist should you have any queries or problems at any time.

Our staff are dedicated solely to making Southdowns a beautiful and pleasant place to live, relieving you of the many burdens associated with home ownership and leaving you free to enjoy your retirement.

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15/07/2022

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀
Our facilities are available solely to residents of Southdowns and their guests and you are free to participate in as much or as little as you like. You may wish to stroll through our exclusive grounds or play a spot of croquet. There are also many local walks through the Kent countryside and if you feel slightly more energetic, you can use one of the available allotments to grow your own fresh vegetables or flowers.

The focal point of Southdowns’ social life is Shaw Hall, conveniently located at the centre of Southdowns. Shaw Hall accommodates the Social Centre with its licensed bar, TV lounge, billiard room, social area. It also houses the grocery shop, launderette and the Southdowns coffee shop. The club atmosphere allows you to relax, join your friends for a drink, take a meal, join in a games evening, watch the match or attend a fitness class. Various activities and events are arranged by our social committee.

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13/07/2022

Southdowns Village is located in South Darenth near Swanley, Kent which is also just 4 miles from Dartford.

Set in open countryside, Southdowns is very conveniently situated indeed. The local bus service, which stops in our village, offers regular services directly from Southdowns to Dartford, Horton Kirby and you can easily get to the Bluewater shopping complex by changing at Dartford.

It also passes close to Farningham Road British Rail station, which has direct services to the Medway towns, the Kent coast and London Victoria (40 minutes). Road connections are excellent with access to the M25 motorway only 2 miles away. In addition, Age Concern also run a bus service upon request.

Southdowns is located off Rabbits Road at the junction with East Hill. Due to its size it has several postcodes the main being DA4 9LG.

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11/07/2022

𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙞𝙧 𝙔𝙤𝙜𝙖 𝘾𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨 𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙏𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙙𝙖𝙮
All our residents are invited to join our weekly Chair Yoga Classes with the wonderful Clair.

As well as improving balance, strength and flexibility, Clair teaches techniques that help with tension and anxiety and digestive issues. It's a lovely group and Clair very much looks forward to teaching the class every week.

08/07/2022

𝗔𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲
At Southdowns people say good morning and smile when they see you in the street.

Our 20+ experienced staff are helpful and many of them have worked at Southdowns for a very long time and, yes, they do give you the time of day!

All residents at Southdowns must be 55 or over, which ensures that you are in a community of like-minded and discerning people.

There are 198 properties at Southdowns providing a mix of 1 and 2 bedroom bungalows and apartments. There is ample on site parking and garages can be rented for a small weekly fee.

We’re always happy to discuss your individual requirements and answer any questions. Please feel free to contact us!

06/07/2022

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀
We have 198 properties and many facilities and amenities for residents to enjoy. There are also nurses on duty 24 hours a day for peace of mind in an emergency

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝟭𝟳.𝟱 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀
Set in beautiful open Kent countryside, Southdowns is very conveniently situated indeed.

𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽
Our facilities are available solely to residents of Southdowns and their guests.

𝟭𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘂𝗺
Our own nineteenth century non-denominational church has fortnightly services.

𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝟮𝟰 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗮 𝗗𝗮𝘆
A GP holds convenient Surgery on-site, so that you do not need to go into the village.

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04/07/2022

Daren is our head gardener at Southdowns, he has been working on site for 8 years. Darren likes the variety of duties at Southdowns with an estate of 17.5 acres there is always something to do.

Because our Village is set in 17.5 acres of greenbelt land in beautiful, rural Kent it offers immediate access to the countryside whilst retaining the charms of village life in its own community. From the moment you set foot in Southdowns, you will notice a friendly, welcoming and relaxed atmosphere – quite unlike the fast and furious pace of life so reminiscent of today’s society.

We’re always happy to discuss your individual requirements and answer any questions. Please feel free to pop us a message.

01/07/2022

𝙋𝙍𝙊𝙋𝙀𝙍𝙏𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙒𝙀𝙀𝙆

8 Preston House - a beautiful 1 Bed First Floor Apartment.

The property has double glazing and gas fired central heating. This apartment was completely refurbished in 2021 to include a new kitchen and bathroom.

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹: Stairs to first floor.

𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹

𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺: 15' 0'' x 14' 4'' (4.56m x 4.36m)
Double glazed window and radiator.

𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻: 14' 10'' x 5' 7'' (4.53m x 1.69m)

𝗕𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺: 12' 7'' x 9' 0'' (3.84m x 2.74m)
Double glazed window and radiator.

𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴

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30/06/2022

Hello and welcome to the Southdowns Retirement Village page.

Our retirement village is a unique development set in 17.5 acres of the Kent Countryside, whilst retaining the charms of village life in its own community.

Although in the countryside Southdowns is very conveniently situated indeed. We are just 4 miles from Dartford and around 6 miles from the Bluewater shopping centre both of which can be easily reached from the local bus service which stops inside our village.

Our village comprises of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and bungalows spread out in our beautiful grounds. Southdowns offers completely independent living in self contained accommodation.

Like what you’ve seen? Why not pop us a message to arrange a visit!

Address

Southdowns Retirement Village, Southdowns, South Darenth
Dartford
DA49LG

Telephone

+441322862494

Website

https://www.southdownsretirementvillage.co.uk/

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