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About
Seymour Court is a McCarthy Stone retirement development on Ambleside Avenue in South Shields, Tyne and Wear. It offers one and two-bedroom apartments for older people, and almost all of them have a balcony or patio.
A House Manager is on site to support homeowners, and the development has a 24-hour emergency call system and camera door entry. Shared spaces include a homeowners' lounge for socialising and a guest suite for visiting family and friends, with car parking on site. Pets are allowed.
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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 Seymour Court.
≈ £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 South Tyneside
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern South Tyneside
Age Concern South Tyneside has the general aim to promote the well-being of all older people in South Tyneside, recognising their right to independence, fulfilment,dignity and choice, working with…
Age Concern Tyneside South
At Age Concern Tyneside South (ACTS), we believe in a world where everyone can love life. We are here to inspire, enable and support the older people of South Tyneside to help people to make the…
Age UK Newcastle and North Tyneside
To improve the quality of life for older people
The North Tyneside Carers Centre
The organisation aims to improve the quality of life for carers in North Tyneside by supporting them through a high quality service, shaped by carers' needs and is accessible to all carers.…
Age UK Sunderland
Age UK Sunderland promotes the well-being of all older people throughout the City of Sunderland to improve their quality of life and maintain independence. For further details our web site is…
Age UK Gateshead Limited
Our staff and volunteers together deliver services and activities for people aged over 50 in Gateshead & Newcastle.We are driven by the needs & aspirations of people in later life & our mission is…
Frequently asked questions
Where is Seymour Court located?
What tenure options are available at Seymour Court?
* To Buy - prices start from £259,899
Is Seymour Court a member of ARCO (Associated Retirement Community Operators)?
Seymour Court 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 Seymour Court?
When you move into Seymour Court, 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.
* **Deferred Management Fees** - a fee you are required to pay when you decide to permanently leave your retirement home.
Are luxury facilities available at Seymour Court?
Part of McCarthy Stone
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Information last reviewed September 2026.
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