New care home opens in Clitheroe - with its own cafe, bar and wellness centre
A new care home has opened in Clitheroe - with its own cafe and bar.
Castlewood by Wrightcare, is a state-of-the-art residential care home located on Higher Standen Drive. Bosses say it’s unique layout divides its 68 en-suite rooms into “intimate neighbourhoods designed for privacy while fostering community living”.
Shared spaces include a library, wellness centre, activity rooms, landscaped gardens, and a café and bar that remain open all hours to encourage interaction. The home also provides tailored care services, from residential care to dementia support, ensuring residents receive personalised attention.
The official ribbon-cutting ceremony took place during a community open day, attended by local residents, families, and notable community leaders. Deputy Mayor of Clitheroe Town Council, Councillor Mary Robinson, joined the event and formally opened the facility.
Managing Director of Wrightcare, Gill Chadwick said: “Castlewood represents everything Wrightcare stands for – creating safe, welcoming spaces where our residents can live life their way. Our dedicated team, modern facilities, and activities programme are designed to support physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. We are proud to bring this level of care to the Clitheroe community”.
The open day featured tours showcasing the home’s innovative design, facilities, and technology. Visitors saw for themselves the carefully curated gardens with resin pathways, water features, and a greenhouse and also learned about the varied activities offered at Castlewood, including music sessions, crafts, excursions, and opportunities for intergenerational engagement with local schools and nurseries.