Widnes Hall

Coronation Drive, Ditton, Widnes WA8 8BL
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9.7 62 Reviews
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Anchor’s Widnes Hall, in Ditton, is a purpose-built home supporting up to 68 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle, as well as providing tailored dementia care. Widnes Hall continues to welcome new residents for residential and residential dementia care.

The home strives to deliver a range of residential care services, including convalescence care, respite care, trial stays and long-term care for those who can no longer look after themselves.

The home's care team gets to know customers and works with them to organise stimulating activities which match individual and group interests, both in the care home as well as in the local community.

Each customer’s individual needs are regularly assessed to ensure their care plans meet their lifestyle requirements. Meals are cooked fresh and from locally sourced and seasonal ingredients where possible by highly trained chefs and kitchen staff.

Anchor is England’s largest provider of housing and care for those over 55 years of age and has 60 years of experience as a not-for-profit provider of services to older people.

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Care Provided by Widnes Hall

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 68 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Amanda Ashton (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Please contact Widnes Hall directly to discuss yours or your loved ones' care needs.
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (68)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (68)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Widnes Hall

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,080
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,080
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,080
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,080

  • Colleagues at Widnes Hall will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Widnes Hall to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visitors are welcome at Widnes Hall.


  • Parking

  • Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.


Widnes Hall Reviews (62)

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9.7

Widnes Hall has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.699) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Widnes Hall has 62 reviews.

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Review from Yvonne G (Wife of Resident) published on 23 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband received great care at Widnes Hall. The staff are knowledgeable, caring, professional and supportive of residents and their carers. I felt fully secure leaving my husband in their care.

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Review from Elaine C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From entering Widnes Hall, we were greeted with a pleasant greeting by all the staff. Mum couldn't settle at first but now she loves it and has certainly settled in. Mum is happier when she is kept active with different games or tasks. The entertainment is good too. I would recommend WH.

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Review from Paul F (Son of Resident) published on 7 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Widnes Hall provides a warm and caring environment for its residents. Staff members are attentive and compassionate.
The facilities are well maintained, offering comfortable living spaces and a range of activities that promote social interaction.
The staff ensure that each resident feels valued and
cared for.

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Review from B S (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My dad is happy and settled and always talks highly of the staff.

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Review from V R (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find that Widnes Hall is a lovely place for my mother. All of the staff are professional and patient with the residents. I wouldn't leave my mother anywhere else.

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Review from Julie W (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad has been a resident at Widnes Hall since May 2024. He is 91 and has mobility issues. Dad is so settled and happy there. He feels safe as he felt vulnerable living on his own. He has not looked so well in years as the care and kindness he receives are excellent. The staff are so wonderful and
have helped Dad feel as though Widnes Hall is his home. I have also received so much kindness at what was an emotional move from his bungalow.

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Review from L C (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been a resident for 18 months now and she has settled in very well. All staff are amazing and understanding. The food they serve is all homemade and fresh. All staff communicate with us and tell us of any concerns. The doctor comes every week and checks for any needs. The hairdresser on site
is fab and my mum looks forward to having her hair done every week. Always doing activities with the residents my mum enjoys it. I would 100% recommend Widnes Hall and feel secure in the knowledge my mum is being well looked after.

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Review from Julie K (Niece of Resident) published on 3 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

On the whole, I am pleased with the care. I know my uncle is safe and looked after. I do think it is expensive for what you get. He has to pay £20.00 to the Podiatrist and I think this should be included. He has to pay for a haircut which I think should be included. He needed a haircut a couple of months
ago and it was not cut because they said he had no money. He does and all they needed to do was cut it and then ask me.

Reply from Amanda Ashton, Home Manager at Widnes Hall

Thank you for taking the time to review Widnes Hall. I am happy to hear that you are pleased with our care and rate your overall experience with us as good. Care is one of our main priorities. This is why we have external parties come in, for some of the resident's needs. Such as hairdressing and Chiropody. So, residents still get a salon experience from a professional hairdresser, within the home in our salon. In regards to Chiropody, we have external chiropodists come in to check any concerns, so we have a genuine professional address any of their issues and give them the best care and treatment they need. We do as much personal care as we can, for our residents, but when it comes to receiving a diagnosis and treatment, it's important we have external professionals treat and examine our residents. If you have any other concerns or recommendations, please feel free to contact me. My door is always open.


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Review from Alan I (Brother of Resident) published on 7 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My ratings show my views about Widnes Hall. The staff on all levels are conscientious, efficient and go about their tasks with a smile on their faces. The leadership and management are excellent and take great pride in seeing Widnes Hall shine. Facilities are excellent, cosy and warm and well-suited
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Review from Debra O (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 9 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff have been so helpful and supportive to the family and my father-in-law. Genuine affection from staff when assisting with care. Thank you all so much.

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Review from G G (Niece of Resident) published on 16 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Find the home is extremely well run. Staff vert friendly and welcoming. It doesn't feel like you're visiting a home it's like going to their hoe. My aunt is very happy here and that is what matters the most.

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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Would happily recommend this home to anyone for their loved one. Our mum spent over two and a half years on the upstairs dementia unit. She received the very best of care, always with compassion, understanding and dignity. The staff are a friendly dedicated and hard-working team who we came to think
of as our extended family. They are really amazing you couldn't have any better people looking after your loved one.

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Review from P C (Son of Resident) published on 12 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Overall the staff look after my mum excellently. They know her likes and dislikes and her ways. She is bedridden now but they enjoy the time they spend with her and Mum responds.
Mum's room is in need of decorating and having spoken to management it will be done over the coming weeks. The staff will
be very careful when they move Mum to another room.

Reply from Amanda Ashton, Home Manager at Widnes Hall

Thank you for taking the time to review Widnes Hall, your feedback is gratefully received. We are pleased to hear you are happy with the care your mum receives and I will ensure your kind feedback is passed on to the team. We understand our resident’s environment is extremely important and we hope you are pleased with the results of your mum's newly decorated room. If you would like to chat with me about anything I am happy to do so at a mutually convenient time.


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Review from D C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 31 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Widnes Hall and all its staff are amazing. Nothing is too much trouble for either the residents or their relatives. The relatives meetings they hold are very informative and the staff are very approachable and are a credit to the home. The first thing my mother-in-law said to me on her first day was
"I'm home" which meant so much to me as I was the one who recommended Widnes Hall to the family. I've not seen her so happy in a long time and look forward to being able to sit out in the garden with her in summer. Thank you, Widnes Hall!

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Review from Gemma D (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 11 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff here are amazing, my nan is in the dementia unit upstairs and we absolutely love all the staff they’re amazing, can’t do enough for the residents, they’re also amazing with us as a family.
Puts me at ease knowing my nan is so well looked after.

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Review from Norman W (Husband of Resident) published on 31 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff friendly and efficient in going about their duties caring for the residents. Always having time for visitors and patience in answering their queries. Her room is always clean and tidy and she has settled in comfortably, being a resident for over 3 years. There is always some activity or sing-song
taking place. Knowing that my wife is being taken care of so well, takes a lot of pressure off me as well.

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Review from Caroline T (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are amazing, very caring and work hard in the dementia unit which is so nice to know when they are caring for my mum - I can’t thank them enough.

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Review from G R (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 24 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My nan is very happy at Widnes Hall. All of the carers treat her like she is family and she feels very loved. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful and see to any problems that my nan has very quickly.

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Review from Eileen D (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We were so worried about mum going into care last year, but Widnes Hall has been amazing with her.
Staff are friendly and approachable and nothing ever feels like it’s too much trouble. Mum is unfortunately bedridden now, but before that, was able to partake in their activities, music, dance, sing
along and just being part of their community in the lounge or dining space. I would definitely recommend Widnes Hall if you’re looking for care for your loved one.

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Review from W W (Husband of Resident) published on 13 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife is really settled, all staff from carers to kitchen staff, cleaners and office are all fantastic. They really look after her. Her room is lovely and looks out onto the garden. Would recommend to anyone looking to place a loved one here. Always activities in place and they respect anyone
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.699)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.699) out of 10 for Widnes Hall is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.699 for Widnes Hall is calculated as follows: ( (181 Excellents x 5) + (56 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 246 Ratings = 4.699

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Widnes Hall is based on 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 68 registered maximum number of service users is 13.6, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 18 Mar 2023

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Requires improvement

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Requires improvement

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

posted 03 Mar 2025

We currently have two vacancies for care. Please contact Widnes Hall directly for more details.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Widnes Hall

What types of Care is Widnes Hall registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Respite Care are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Widnes Hall provide?

Convalescent Care & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Widnes Hall have?

There are 68 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Widnes Hall?

Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Widnes Hall to the centre of Widnes?

1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.