Adlington

23/10/2025

🍂 Fancy a challenge as the nights draw in?

Put your autumnal knowledge to the test with our cosy quiz of crisp leaves, Celtic lore and a splash of spice.

1. Which small migratory bird leaves the UK in autumn, to winter in
Africa?
2. What chemical breakdown causes leaves to change colour in autumn?
3. Which monarch is associated with the Gunpowder Plot?
4. What traditional Celtic festival is considered the origin of Halloween?
5. In what country did ‘hygge’, the lifestyle trend focused on cosiness, originate?
6. Which drink, associated with autumn, has become a seasonal trend thanks to Starbucks?
7. What is the birthstone for October?
8. What does British folklore believe when you catch a falling autumn leaf?
9. Which weather presenter was embarrassed when he failed to warn the UK about the Great Storm of October 1987?
10. Who wrote the poem 'To Autumn' including the line: “Season of mists and
mellow fruitfulness”?

Answers in the comments below and in this month's Adlington Life Magazine. Get your free copy mailed direct to your inbox each month:
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20/10/2025

Is the cost of retirement living charges holding you back?

Most media headlines focus on equity and fees but the everyday cost of not moving can be even greater.

Take time to look beyond the news and learn more about the real value of making a move to a retirement community.
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If you’ve been following the headlines, you might have seen some unsettling ones but you don't need to believe the hype:

17/10/2025

Imagine a life filled with more wonderful moments and fewer unplanned expenses.

Whilst a move to retirement living brings new financial routines, a more predictable view of the future also provides peace of mind and reassurance.

Take time to evaluate the benefits:
https://adlington.co.uk/enjoy-simplified-expenditure/

The Newells will offer a selection of 60 privately owned 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Currently planned for Autumn 2023...

16/10/2025

✨ A chef, gardener, housekeeper and managers on-hand every day. The list goes on.

Who knew a retirement could be so well serviced, and it could cost less than you think.

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Having a supportive network around you can make a world of difference to your wellbeing. In fact, ARCO, the independent body that sets standards for

10/10/2025

What if the perfect time to move is now?

The headlines may say there's a market slowdown, but for our retirement living homeowners, the real story is freedom, peace of mind and enjoying a better lifestyle, whilst they still can.

While the housing market hesitates, retirement living opportunities are becoming more precious, so if you’ve been waiting for the right moment perhaps this is it.

You may have seen the headlines “Housing market stalling,” “Buyers holding back,” “Developers hit pause.” It’s true, things have slowed. With house price

07/10/2025

Moving house is not just about bricks and mortar, it’s about how you want to live.
Whatever you're looking for, the best move is the one that fits your lifestyle, priorities and pace, because retirement living isn’t about giving something up, it’s about gaining more time, more comfort, and more joy.

💬 Explore how our homeowners found the right fit for them and how you can too:

When planning your move to a retirement community, one of the first questions people often ask is: Should I rent or buy? It’s a fair consideration, especially if you’ve spent decades as a homeowner and are now reassessing your next chapter, whether that means reinvesting equity, simplifying fina...

06/10/2025

Looking forward, letting go and celebrating change in later life are the highlights of this month's magazine.

We explore traditions old and new, celebrate fresh beginnings, and uncover the overlooked strength of women through history. From conker collecting to autumn traditions, you’ll find inspiration, warmth and a reminder that life really does begin at any age, especially when it’s shared.

Claim your free subscription today then cosy up for a seasonal read.
https://adlington.co.uk/adlington-life-magazine-free-subscription/

04/10/2025

🐞🎒 A big cheer for bugs!

From spotting butterflies to building bug hotels, we recently welcomed some brilliant young nature lovers from a local school into our Newcastle-under-Lyme community, Brookfields House, to help celebrate the amazing world of insects 🐛🕷

🐌 Their curiosity, creativity and enthusiasm brought so much joy, and reminded us how important it is to protect the tiniest residents of our gardens.

Read the full story 👉 https://adlington.co.uk/a-big-cheer-for-bugs/

03/10/2025

A quiz inspired by the Big Screen.

Best actors, plot lines and box office launches - how well do you know your films?

With this year celebrating the 35th anniversary of the film Pretty Women, it got us wondering about other films that have parallel storylines of

01/10/2025

Safety, support and a sense of belonging.

In uncertain times one thing has remained constant; that a community protects us with people who notice, neighbours who care, and teams who go the extra mile.

And who knew that we could draw comparisons back to the Plague.

In 1665, the Great Plague swept through the UK, emptying streets and forcing people into isolation. Fast forward 360 years, and while science has advanced, new Covid strains remind us that vulnerability is still real — and that safety still starts with community, especially in later life.

19/09/2025

🏡 A new chapter opens doors for others.

When our homeowners talk about downsizing, they speak of more than space, they talk about freedom, purpose and legacy.

Choosing to move from a long-loved home into a supportive, vibrant retirement community can unlock more than a new lifestyle.

Read how thoughtful moves create positive ripple effects across generations and why legacy living means living well, not just leaving something behind.

When we think of legacy, it often conjures images of financial inheritance or treasured heirlooms. But increasingly, a deeper, more profound form of legacy is

16/09/2025

Can retirement apartments hold their value?

A question we are often asked, and a two-fold approach we take to protect. Take reassurance from the Adlington approach to resales and maintaining value.

With demand for senior housing growing and limited land available, well-designed retirement apartments are becoming increasingly precious. Retirement properties that hold their value are especially important for buyers looking to secure a sound investment.