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Residents from Burnham Waters, the new Essex retirement community dressed up and ready to go to the races
14th May 2025

New Essex retirement community enjoys a day at the races

First community event hosted by Burnham Waters!

Earlier this month, residents at our new Essex retirement community in Burnham-on-Crouch dressed up in their finest for a trip to Chelmsford City Racecourse.

Organsied by the team at Burnham Waters, a group of 16 ventured out for an evening of fun at the Chelmer Fillies Stakes.  

The event was the first of what is hoped to form a regular calendar of community events throughout the year for residents at Burnham Waters.  The events are designed to bring residents together and offer opportunities to enjoy social occasions and new experiences with neighbours and friends.

Armed with a few racing tips from some keen racegoers within the Burnham Waters team, residents were picked up by coach and driven to the race course, where they watched the horses in the parade ring, and enjoyed a fun-packed evening of racing  along with a three-course meal.  

As a special treat, residents were tasked with picking the best turned-out horse and presented the winning trainer with their trophy, making it a memorable outing for all involved.

All residents reported that it was a great evening with many already eagerly anticipating the next planned outing! 

One resident who attended, Diane Hurrell commented: "The race day was absolutely marvellous and we thoroughly enjoyed it.”  

Ian Holloway, Project Director at Burnham Waters, commented: “I am pleased to say that out first community event was a resounding success! It has been wonderful to hear such positive feedback from our residents. At Burnham Waters, we are committed to delivering not only new homes, but a thriving community where our residents get the opportunity to meet new people, make new friends and enjoy an enriched and fulfilled retirement.  

“It is great to see this new community forming and to witness our first residents here getting to know one another and getting along so well. This was the first of what we hope to be many community events hosted by the Burnham Waters team. We will be in touch with residents with further information when we have our next event confirmed.”

The Chelmer Fillies Stakes at Chelmsford City Racecourse is known for bringing together some of Britain’s best three-year-old fillies and offers a day of exciting racing for all to enjoy.  

About our new Essex retirement community at Burnham Waters

At Burnham Waters we have a range of one, two and three-bedroom retirement bungalows available – all designed for those over 55. Our homes offer residents the opportunity to become part of a thriving new community and to enjoy their continued independence, with the peace of mind that help, support and additional facilities are all on hand, if and when required.

As part of our community we will be delivering a host of onsite amenities – with plans for a village centre and a parade of shops. Residents living in our new retirement community will also enjoy access to a variety of leisure facilities. The planned facilities will include a swimming pool and tennis court as well as a gym and fitness suite with organised classes.

There is currently a range of one, two and three-bedroom bungalows available for sale, with homes ready to move in to.

The sales and marketing suite is open daily, 10am – 3pm.

For further information visit: www.burnhamwaters.co.uk  

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