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Polly’s Field Village
Church Lane, Bocking, Braintree, Essex CM7 5XD
At Polly’s Field Village we’ve created a brand new retirement community where people over the age of 55 can be as active or relaxed as they want to be, surrounded by the village’s inspiring countryside views.
Situated on Church Lane, in a quiet and pleasant suburb of Braintree overlooking open fields, Polly’s Field Village is conveniently close to the centre of town with its shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.
This high quality development has 99 thoughtfully designed apartments that include 39 one bedroom apartments and 60 two bedroom apartments for sale, shared equity or rent. Set amidst a range of leisure facilities to help over 55’s make more of their independence. Facilities include a well equipped gym, a village hall and activities room, a hairdressing and beauty salon, a bistro/restaurant, library, greenhouse, guest room and assisted bathroom.
At Polly’s Field Village we want to help you make the most of life as part of our lively community of like-minded friends and neighbours. You also have the reassurance of knowing that, as a village resident, our on-site CQC Registered team is on hand to provide you with emergency care and support, 24 hours a day 365 days of the year, should you need it, delivered in the comfort of your own apartment.
Bistro & Bar
Hair Dresser
Gym
Library
Hobbies clubs
Greenhouse
An important part of any home is the kitchen, and so we’ve taken care to see that you’ll feel at home here. The apartment kitchen areas all have quality units and worktops built in, together with convenient eye-level oven, ceramic hob, a built-in fridge-freezer, a washer/dryer, and space for a dishwasher.
The shower room in each apartment has been designed with your safety as a priority, and is fitted with non-slip flooring, easy-turn taps, and sensibly positioned grab rails. Should you feel the need for a little personal help with washing, it’s also good to know that the village has an assisted bathroom.
All apartments have smoke detectors and video door entry system with personal alarm call buttons for emergency use. The village also has its own closed circuit security cameras and call points connecting you to staff 24 hours a day in the case of an emergency.
All apartments have fibre Broadband capability. WiFi Internet access is also available to residents and guests throughout the village’s communal areas.
Join in with a vibrant social scene around the village.
Village Hall
The main hall hosts events almost every day, from gentle exercise through carpet bowling to karaoke, quizzes and talks. There are periodic fundraising events like magic shows, musical performances and so on. See the News page for more details.
Social events
There are many regular group events including quizzes, singing and Bridge groups for all abilities, and get togethers for special occasions like the Coronation.
Gym
Residents can use the well equipped on-site gym at any time.
Archers Hair and Beauty salon in the main atrium is available for bookings five days a week for residents and the general public.
As well as hair cutting, styling, colours and so on, a range of beauty therapies including hot stone massage and even vitamin shots are available.
For more details or to make a booking contact 07702 181252
The Windmill Bistro in the central atrium serves a wide variety of freshly prepared delicious food and drink to residents, visitors and the general public.
The bistro is open seven days a week 9am to 4pm daily. Breakfast is served 9am – 11am daily (Sunday 10.30am). Lunch served 12 noon – 2pm with roasts on a Sunday. Tea, coffee and homemade cakes served all day.
For more details or to make a booking contact Nichola or Tracy on 078 422 355 32.
The district of Braintree has so much to offer for both residents and visitors, with its lively market towns and picturesque villages set in beautiful rolling countryside, its grand houses and gardens, and a rich history and heritage.
Polly’s Field Village itself is located not far from the centre of Braintree, giving you easy access to all the town’s shopping and leisure amenities, the museum, heritage centre, public gardens and market areas.
Shared transport to the town centre is available from time to time, or it’s a short trip by public transport or taxi. A GP Surgery is located less than a mile down the road.
1 bed apartment £1,768.47 per month
2 bed apartment £1,954.96 per month
You may be entitled to Housing Benefit depending on your monthly income and level of savings. Our aim is to build a balanced community and as a registered Social Landlord our apartments are available to those with an assessed care need. Applications are considered by an allocation panel, for further information please call Diane on 01376 320061
What’s included in your rent?
All utilities (heating, electricity and water-related services)
Weekly hygiene clean
All property repairs
Gardening
Emergency call response
What’s not included?
Council Tax
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