Churchill Retirement Living
Great Shelford
Retirement living in Cambridgeshire
Operated by Churchill Retirement Living
What do these badges mean?
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Care provided
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
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
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Gallery
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £871 |
| 2025 | £918 |
Local health safety net
Great Shelford is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Addenbrooke's Hospital, 1.9 miles away. The local GP practice is QUEEN EDITH MEDICAL PRACTICE, 2.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
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 Great Shelford.
≈ £9,550/year · £184/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 Cambridgeshire
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Papworth and District Day Centre
A social event and a meal for elderly, isolated clients; in addition a day off for their carer.
The Over Day Centre Association
We provide day care for frail and elderly from the villages around Over. Food and refreshments are prepared on our premises for our clients whilst they are with us. Bathing and care are provided…
The Over Day Centre Association
We provide day care for frail and elderly from the villages around Over. Food and refreshments are prepared on our premises for our clients whilst they are with us. Bathing and care are provided…
The Brampton Memorial Day Centre
Provides company, food and mental and physical stimulation for the clients, who are handicapped and elderly people and their carers in or near the village of Brampton
St Neots and District Voluntary Welfare Association
A Day Centre & attendant services for the elderly of St Neots & District under Cambridgeshire Social Services; a Luncheon Club for retired persons falling outside Social Services parameters;…
St Neots and District Voluntary Welfare Association
Operation of a Day Centre and provision of a Lunch Club for older adults from St Neots and the surrounding district.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Great Shelford located?
Is Great Shelford a member of ARCO (Associated Retirement Community Operators)?
Great Shelford are not currently a member of ARCO. However, rest-assured, our experts have hand-picked all retirement properties to ensure they provide the best level of support for residents.
Are there any retirement home fees at Great Shelford?
When you move into Great Shelford, you will be required to pay the following fees:
* Service Charge - a monthly payment which covers the cost of the maintenance of your retirement property.
Are luxury facilities available at Great Shelford?
Part of Churchill Retirement Living
Great Shelford is one of 36 properties run by Churchill Retirement 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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