Churchill Living
Fitzford Lodge
Retirement living in Tavistock, Devon
Operated by Churchill Living
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
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About
Fitzford Lodge is a development of 48 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments operated by Churchill Living. It is situated opposite The Meadows, an open park area that hosts tennis and bowling facilities, and benefits from proximity to local shops, a post office and restaurants.
The development is available both to buy and to rent, offering flexible tenure options for older people seeking retirement living in the area.
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Ambulance station about 500 m away
- Fire station about 550 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
Gallery
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,054 |
| 2025 | £1,110 |
Local health safety net
Fitzford Lodge is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Derriford Hospital, 9.1 miles away. The local GP practice is ABBEY SURGERY, 0.1 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Costs at a glance
Figures are indicative and provided by the operator. Use the calculator below to estimate the long-term cost of ownership.
The real 10-year cost of a retirement flat
The purchase price is only part of the picture. Service charges and an event (deferred-management) fee on resale add up — and retirement flats often don’t rise in value like ordinary homes. Adjust the figures below to see an illustrative total for Fitzford Lodge.
≈ £8,500/year · £163/week
Illustrative only — a transparent model, not a quote, valuation or prediction. Event fees, service charges and resale values vary by scheme and contract; confirm the actual figures and full lease terms with the operator before deciding.
Community & connection in Tavistock
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Tavistock Memory Cafe
Tavistock Memory Cafe is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation based in Tavistock, Devon. The Cafe provides a range of activities for those living with dementia and offers sessions where carers…
Tavistock Community Transport Association
It provides community transport services in the Tavistock, West Devon and East Cornwall areas through the operation of the Tavistock Country Bus.
Yelverton Community Projects
The charity has three operating arms. YelverCare provides services primarily to elderly people, including transport to medical and other appointments, providing company and a monthly luncheon…
Part of Churchill Living
Fitzford Lodge is one of 120 properties run by Churchill Living on AskBart. See how the group's properties are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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