Castlewood

Castlewood by Wrightcare – Information Overview

Castlewood is a brand-new, purpose-built residential care home located on Higher Standen Drive in Clitheroe. Developed and operated by Wrightcare, part of the Eric Wright Group, the home opened in late 2025 and has been designed to offer a modern, comfortable and community-focused environment for older adults.

Accommodation & Living Spaces

Castlewood offers 68 spacious, en-suite bedrooms, arranged over two floors. The home is divided into smaller “neighbourhoods” or wings, each containing around 17 bedrooms along with its own lounge and dining area.

This layout promotes community and familiarity while giving residents privacy and independence.

Rooms are bright, modern and thoughtfully designed. Many have full-height windows with views over the landscaped grounds, and ground-floor rooms benefit from direct access to private outdoor patios or gardens.

Shared Facilities & Amenities

Castlewood provides an extensive range of communal and lifestyle facilities, all aimed at enhancing residents’ comfort, well-being and social engagement. These include:

Multiple lounge and dining areas

An on-site café and bar

A library and games room

Activity rooms for crafts, hobbies and social events

A hair salon

A purpose-built Wellness Centre, featuring supportive technology for gentle exercise and mobility

Landscaped gardens, greenhouses, raised planting beds and accessible outdoor paths

These thoughtfully planned spaces encourage residents to live a vibrant, active and fulfilling life within the home.

Care Philosophy & Services

Castlewood is built around a person-centred care philosophy, focused on dignity, independence, choice and well-being. The team aims to truly understand “what matters” to each resident, ensuring that care is shaped around individual needs, preferences and goals.

Services offered include:

Residential care

Dementia care and support

Mental health support

Support for those with physical disabilities or sensory impairments

Respite care

Palliative and end-of-life care

Care is supported by modern digital systems that help staff spend more time with residents, strengthening relationships and supporting high-quality, responsive care.

Activities play a central role in life at Castlewood, with options such as crafts, music, gentle exercise, outings, community links and intergenerational projects with local schools and nurseries.