Retirement Villages and apartments for sale in
West Yorkshire
The perfect contrast between urban and rural life.
Brass bands, cricket and Yorkshire pudding – West Yorkshire has it all!
Serving as a home to Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield and Middleton Colliery Railway – the oldest continuously operated railway in the world, as well as countless miles of stunning uplands, West Yorkshire has the perfect contrast between urban and rural life.
West Yorkshire includes the most built-up and industrialised areas of Yorkshire - but also some of the best loved and most beautiful scenery in the whole of England. Outside the bustling cities of Leeds, Wakefield and Bradford, historic market towns and villages preserve the very best of Yorkshire with its rich heritage.
The rich history of West Yorkshire, combined with the comfort and tranquillity of our Yorkshire retirement communities, will be sure to bring you a happy, well-balanced retirement.
Any of our retirement apartments in Yorkshire provide the perfect base from which to relax in and explore this beautiful county. Whether you’re meeting with the other residents in the communal Residents’ Lounge or relaxing in the gardens, you’ll always feel at home with our retirement properties.
Our retirement homes for sale in West Yorkshire are second to none. Alongside first-class facilities, you also get a dedicated Lodge Manager that ensures there’s always a familiar face ready to answer any questions you might have. You’ll be located close to shops, doctors surgeries, banks, bakers, butchers and all of the other conveniences you would expect to find in a county like Yorkshire; as well as being on the doorstep of the Ogden Water Country Park, the Bronte Waterfalls and the South Pennines.
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Developments in West Yorkshire
Developments in West Yorkshire
Things to do in West Yorkshire
Taking a stroll through tranquil gardens and parks
West Yorkshire is well known for its number of wonderful parks, gardens, and manor grounds to explore. Enjoy a relaxing walk around Roundhay Park in Leeds or visit the magical bird garden of Harwood House – it's perfect for a day out with the grandchildren.
A day at the races
Pontefract is well known for its horse racing, dating back to the eighteenth century with the first grandstand on the current course being built in 1801. The course hosts plenty of race meetings throughout the year including family afternoons and midweek events.
Walking in West Yorkshire
Why walking in West Yorkshire is the best? Its rocky landscape – with the South Pennines in the West and the Yorkshire Coalfield in the East – makes for some dramatic scenery with steep valleys and rolling hillsides and the rivers Aire and Calder.
Shopping in West Yorkshire
West Yorkshire's built-up areas are home to hundreds of shopping facilities to satisfy your everyday needs.. You will find a wide variety of shops from local market stalls to chains of supermarkets that we all know and love and impressive shopping centres like Trinity Leeds. As well as this, there are many highly rated restaurants and cafes to stop for coffee and cake or lunch as you please.
County page review
“Moving to Liberty Lodge is an amazing opportunity to hit life’s reset button and to make daily life more comfortable and manageable in later life. An opportunity to let go of the troublesome maintenance and high costs of running a house and spend more time doing what you want to do rather than what you have to do. We would also like to thank our Solicitors and Britannia. They did an amazing job and all were organised by Gemma at Churchill Living.”
Related FAQs
Is there an exit fee when it comes to selling my Churchill property?
No, we abolished all exit fees on Churchill properties in summer 2025 so that Residents no longer pay an exit fee (also known as an event fee) when selling or subletting their Churchill property.
What type of facilities would I expect to find in a Churchill development?
All of our developments have a range of communal facilities:
- Communal grounds provide a welcome retreat for you and your friends.
- The Residents' Lounge provides the perfect venue for entertaining and socialising.
- A Guest Suite is provided for family and friends to book and stay over when visiting.
- A lift to all floors comes as standard - so heavy shopping isn't a chore.
- A free car park on every development means that spaces are available for Residents on a first come, first served basis
What safety and security features are there in a Churchill apartment?
- A camera entry system is installed and can be operated from your apartment.
- An intruder alarm is fitted to the front door of every apartment, and apartments on the ground floor also have sensors fitted.
- Smoke detection systems are fitted in all apartments and throughout the communal areas in the development.
- A 24 hour support system, for added peace of mind.
What's included in the service charge?
The service charge includes:
- Buildings insurance
- External maintenance
- Garden maintenance
- Water & sewerage
- Window cleaning
- Electricity for the communal areas
- Heating & hot water in communal areas
- 24 hour careline support
- Lodge Manager
A full breakdown of exact inclusions and costs are available for each development.
How much is the service charge?
The average annual service charge for a one bedroom apartment is £3,140 per annum and £4,700 per annum for a two bedroom. The specific service charge applicable to each individual property are made clear to anyone who is considering a purchase, and Churchill Estates Management work diligently to deliver quality, value for money services, striving to keep the service charges as low as possible, whilst ensuring all obligations are met in full.
Why would I choose to rent instead of buy?
Renting offers a flexible way to enjoy all the benefits of Churchill Living without the commitment of purchasing a property. It can be an ideal option for those who want to keep their options open, are waiting to sell a property, or simply prefer the flexibility that renting provides. Residents can enjoy the same welcoming community, purpose-built apartments and lifestyle benefits as those who choose to buy.
Thinking about moving?
Book a no obligation visit, download a brochure, or speak to our team. However you'd like to explore your options, we're here to help.