Retirement Properties Spotlight in Greenwich

Greenwich is south of the River Thames and east of Deptford Greek and for many years has been associated with the Royal Navy and its magnificent college renowned for its beautiful architecture. Originally built as a hospital the college was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and added to by many famous architects such as Webb, Hawksmoor and Vanbrugh. The National Maritime Museum is in Queen's House by Inigo Jones. The area is host to many festivals of music, theatre, concerts, exhibitions and  museums  and places of interest seldom surpassed with the Cutty Sark a testament to Britain's sea-power in the 19th century. The beautiful Painted Hall by Sir James Thornhill and Wrens' Octagonal Room of 1675 are not to be missed as is a walk in historic Greenwich Park.

There is a vibrant centre with good local shopping and markets, boutique and designer stores, supermarkets, delicatessens, restaurants and cafes. The O2 arena is nearby with its spectacular events.