Durrants Retirement Village in West Sussex

Welcome to Durrants Retirement Village, set amidst 30 acres of private parkland with its own scenic lake, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and inspiration. Our village features 173 beautifully designed cottages and spacious apartments, all thoughtfully created to provide comfort, style, and a vibrant senior living lifestyle in Sussex.

Beyond the village, discover charming hamlets dating back to the 16th century, bustling market towns, and a variety of boutiques and restaurants, all framed by the rolling beauty of the Sussex Downs. At Durrants, every day is an opportunity to enjoy retirement homes in Sussex in a stunning countryside setting, with a welcoming community and endless possibilities for exploration and leisure.

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Each Inspired pre-loved property is made for later living and every space is filled with endless tiny details that reveal their importance as you grow older. Imagine a home in a community with your own pool, fitness suite, stylish bistro, bar, café and much more. Sound good?

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Durrants village tour

Take a virtual stroll around Durrants Village and enjoy lakeside views, elegant cottages and apartments, plus a vibrant clubhouse featuring a gym, spa, indoor pool, restaurant, library and croquet lawn.

Meet residents, glimpse private parkland and relax in beautifully landscaped surroundings — all from the comfort of your screen.

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Location

Location

A truly elite place to spend some time…

It’s easy to see why this area was once a favourite retreat for the elite. Set within green belt countryside near the charming market town of Horsham, Durrants Village offers the perfect balance of rural beauty and urban convenience. You’re minutes from the rolling Sussex Downs and close to excellent shops, restaurants and boutiques.

Fancy a day trip? The South Coast is within easy reach, with Shoreham-by-Sea and Worthing just a short drive away. Gatwick Airport is under 20 minutes away for international travel, and a nearby mainline station connects you effortlessly to the wider UK and beyond.

Wellbeing

The independence you want, and the peace of mind you need…

You don’t want to give up your independence, and you don’t need to - Durrants offers all the support and reassurance you could hope for. Bluebird Care, one of the UK's leading homecare and live in care specialists, offer support and personalised care in the comfort and privacy of your own home 24/7.

What this means is you get peace of mind that should your needs change, your living arrangements can evolve to accommodate this. We want people to live the way they want to live for as long as they can, and we’ll do everything we can to make this happen.

History

Tales of olde...

Durrants Village is built on the site of a disused sawmill in the hamlet of Faygate, which first appeared in records as far back as 1614.

A story which was published in the London papers of 1614 reported that a fearsome serpent or dragon lived in the forests near Faygate. However, this tale could well have been circulated to keep strangers away from the sensitive areas of the forest which were heavily frequented by the smugglers throughout the 17th and 18th Centuries.