The Orchard is a private retirement scheme built in 1994 offering leasehold flats, bungalows and maisonettes for people aged 55 and over. The freeholder is Sanctuary Housing Association and it is managed by Hereward Housing.
Situated in Brandon, the scheme has 40 properties with one or two bedrooms. Access to the first floor is via stairs and stair lifts. There are also communal gardens and some private gardens.

Services provided include;

• Scheme Manager, Monday - Friday (office hours)
• 24 hour integrated warden call system
• Herefordshire Community Alarm call centre
• Communal Areas
• Residents’ social activities including coffee mornings, trips out, exercise classes and luncheon clubs