£15m care development set to create 100 jobs

Hadrian Healthcare has acquired land overlooking the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, in Skipton, and plans to build luxury elderly care accommodation.

Hadrian Healthcare is a family business established by owner and chairman, Ian Watson. It recently sold five of its Manor House homes in Yorkshire and County Durham, which are now operated by the Anchor Hanover Group, leaving Hadrian to operate two North East homes, the Manor Houses at Gosforth and Whickham.

The company has turned its attention to Skipton where it has plans for the creation of a new Manor House project at Sackville Street, on the banks of the canal.

The proposed accommodation will have 85 bedrooms/suites, including the company’s specialist ‘Chesters’ accommodation which has been designed to provide a luxurious, safe and stimulating environment for people with dementia. In addition, there will be eight supported living apartments.

And the development will also boost the local economy by creating up to 100 permanent jobs.

Watson said: “We look for sites that reflect what we offer by their location, so it’s no coincidence that this is a premier position in Skipton which will have beautifully landscaped private gardens, yet still be close to amenities and shops.

“There will also be a special roof terrace garden for our ‘Chesters’ residents where they can enjoy the stimulation of being outdoors in beautiful surroundings overlooking the calm waters of the canal.

“As well as spacious suites with private bathrooms, residents will be able to enjoy hairdressing and beauty treatments in our beauty salon.

“There will be a restaurant and bistros, including a luxury traditional style tearoom/bar where people can catch up with friends and relatives.

“And there will be a retail area selling everything residents might need or want, from an old fashioned sweet shop to greetings cards.

“What we are actually providing is an exclusive quality of life for discerning elderly people who can no longer live by themselves, but want to maintain their lifestyle, individuality and dignity.”

The Manor House Skipton will also offer respite care for those who need a short break away from their home for whatever reason – for example convalescence after hospital treatment.

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