Case Study: I’m looking forward to enjoying the amenities at Mickle Hill

David Robinson, 71, is moving to Mickle Hill from Pickering itself. Keen to stay in the area, he is looking forward to enjoying a busier social life as part of a community.

He says: “I’ve always been a Yorkshire lad, although I moved around the world when I was enrolled in the forces. My wife and I returned to the area when we retired eight years ago, and we chose to settle in Pickering. We’d always loved to hike, and it’s such a beautiful area with many routes available that it seemed the right place. We moved to a commonhold property, which at the time was a new concept.

“My wife passed away three years ago now, and I wanted to move somewhere that offered more social opportunities. That’s the main thing that drew me to Mickle Hill: it’ll be very good to have people around. Pickering is beautiful, but a lot of the homes here are second homes, so it can be harder for it to feel like a community.

“I’m looking forward to enjoying the amenities at Mickle Hill, such as going to the bar, using the gym, and getting to meet new people. I love that there is a bistro as well - it’s great because it means I won’t always have to cook!

“I saw that there is a walking club, so I think I might join that. I’m a massive computer geek, they’re my life really, so maybe something around that too.

“I’m a frequent traveller, so the lock up and leave aspect is really good for me. I’m usually away for most of the winter, I go to Scotland every year, and I’m keen to go to New Zealand. I was even meant to be in the West Indies right now! It’s reassuring to know that Mickle Hill is a secure, gated community. I know that everything will be well looked after when I’m away, so I’ll be able to leave confidently.

“Currently I’m in a two-bedroom apartment, although my lounge is full of boxes! I’ll be downsizing when moving to Mickle Hill, but I’ll still have a spare room. I’m hoping to move around 1st April, which means I will enjoy the benefits of the stamp duty relief.”

David Robinson