Shirley retirement development celebrates grand opening with former garden centre owner

Churchill Retirement Living has celebrated the opening of its new Woolmans Lodge development in Shirley.

Over 140 visitors attended the grand opening of the purpose built retirement development on Solihull Road – where potential purchasers were given the opportunity to view the new sales centre and show apartment, before being treated to sparkling wine and canapes in the Owners’ Lounge.

They were also joined by Mark Tredwell, the former owner of Woolmans Garden Centre where the Lodge now stands, to share in the celebrations as the development was officially unveiled.

Rachel Walsh, Regional Sales and Marketing Director for Churchill Retirement Living, said: “We were thrilled with the turnout at the Grand Opening of Woolmans Lodge. There has been a lot of interest in the site ever since Woolmans Garden Centre closed its doors to the public in 2015, so we were delighted that Mr Tredwell was able to join us for the event too.

“There was an impressive crowd of people, all eager to see the superb facilities we are offering and the variety of one and two bedroom retirement apartments available. With an ideal setting close to the local shops and various amenities on offer in Shirley, we’re pleased to have already reserved nearly 40% of the properties.

“We have a selection of solutions available to help to take away the worry of selling your existing property, including our Home Exchange and Selling Made Services, which aim to take away all the stresses and strains associated with moving home.

“Our sales team are on-site seven days a week to talk you through these helpful services, and we look forward to welcoming more new Owners to Woolmans Lodge to enjoy their retirement in a vibrant community.”

Woolmans Lodge is a collection of 49 one and two bedroom privately owned retirement apartments and shared facilities, designed exclusively for the over 60s. Offering quality retirement accommodation and safe and independent living, the development is in a convenient location close to local shops and amenities in Shirley.

For more information about Woolmans Lodge, visit the show complex open daily from 10am to 5pm, call ‪0121 514 9485‬ or visit www.churchillretirement.co.uk.

Photo (L-R): Caroline Cartwright (sales executive), Kate Riley (Area Sales Manager), Phil and Sue Rodgers (purchasers) with Mark Tredwell, Rachel Walsh (Regional Sales and Marketing Director at Churchill Retirement Living) and Anne Pinfold (sales executive).