A new chapter is unfolding for one of Surrey’s most historic estates as Audley Group officially launches Audley Headley Court, an exceptional luxury retirement village set within the grounds of the iconic Headley Court estate near Leatherhead.
A launch event, in May, welcomed prospective homeowners and members of the local community for a first look at the highly anticipated development, offering guests the opportunity to explore plans for the village and reserve properties ahead of opening.
Blending heritage architecture with modern wellness-led living, Audley Headley Court will transform the Grade II listed mansion, originally an Elizabethan farmhouse, into one of Surrey’s most desirable luxury retirement destinations.
The estate also holds a deeply significant place in British history. Between 1985 and 2018, Headley Court was renowned nationwide as a rehabilitation centre for injured members of the British Armed Forces, providing specialist recovery and treatment for servicemen and women. Its next chapter preserves that legacy of care and wellbeing while reimagining the estate for contemporary retirement living.
Set amongst beautifully landscaped grounds, the village will feature 13 elegant cottages and 126 luxury apartments, alongside an impressive collection of wellness and leisure amenities designed to support an active lifestyle in later years.
Headly Court
Residents will enjoy access to a state-of-the-art health and wellness club complete with swimming pool, gym, fitness studio, guest suites, owners’ lounge, bar and bistro spaces. A particular highlight is The Sanderson, the village’s stylish in-house restaurant and bistro, expected to become a social hub for both residents and visiting guests.
In a move that Audley hopes will resonate strongly with the local community, Audley will also restore the estate’s historic gardens and grounds, opening them to the public for the first time in the site’s history.
Nick Sanderson, Founder of Audley Group, said:
“From its beginnings as an Elizabethan farmhouse to its storied history as a world-renowned rehabilitation centre, Headley Court has always been a place of significance. We are incredibly proud to begin this next chapter, which not only provides much needed housing for an underserved ageing population but also ensures the preservation of this Grade II listed mansion and its beautiful gardens.”
He added:
“Our vision has always been to create a village that is as much a part of the local community as it is a home for our owners. By restoring the historic grounds and opening them up for the first time, we are inviting our neighbours to share in the beauty of this site. This launch is a celebration of heritage, wellness, and the future we are building here in Surrey.”
Audley Headley Court is expected to become one of the South East’s most sought-after retirement villages, combining luxury living, historic character and community-focused wellbeing in an idyllic Surrey countryside setting.
