Minster Care Group

Crossways Care Home

Residential care home in Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester

Operated by Minster Care Group

CQC Good39 bedsDementiaResidential
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
AddressStation Rd, Lostock Gralam, Northwich CW9 7PN, UK
Beds39
Weekly feefrom £700 · 2026
En-suite0%

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About

Crossways Care Home is a purpose-built residential care home in Northwich, Cheshire, operated by Minster Care Group. It provides residential, dementia and respite care, and supports people with physical disabilities. The home has 39 registered beds.

The Care Quality Commission rated Crossways Good overall. It was rated Good for Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led care, though Safe care was rated as Requiring Improvement.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Bar
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga

What's nearby

GP surgery1.3 miles
A&E: Warrington Hospital10.5 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station300 m
Shops150 m
Pub or bar300 m
  • Near a main road

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceAdequate
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtLimited
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldSparse

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesLimited
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysSparse

Local crime statistics

152 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime36%
Shoplifting15%
Anti-social behaviour12%
Public order11%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £700
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Cheshire West and Chester council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Cheshire West and Chester pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£853
2025—£887
2026£700—

What Cheshire West and Chester council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.

Local health safety net

Crossways Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Warrington Hospital, 10.5 miles away. The local GP practice is MIDDLEWICH ROAD SURGERY, 1.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Warrington Hospital · 10.5 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
MIDDLEWICH ROAD SURGERY · 1.3 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Northwich

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age Concern Cheshire

Advocacy, Day Care, Independent Living, Supporting You, Falls Prevention, Befriending, Information & Advice inc Welfare Benefits, Phonelink, Get Active, Adult Education & IT classes, Arts project,…

0.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1091608)
Charity

Cheshire Carers Centre

Provides information, advice and support to unpaid Carers of people with a disability illness or frailty.

0.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1092606)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Crossways?
Crossways is positioned in Northwich and is conveniently near to various facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Crossways?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. Based on their assessment of care and safety, Crossways has received a good rating.
What kinds of senior care does Crossways provide?
Crossways offers a variety of senior care options, including respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity at Crossways?
At present, the home can accommodate 39 individuals.
Who is the proprietor of Crossways?
Minster Care Group is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Crossways offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Creative Arts & Crafts, Literature and Poetry Sessions, and Hair & Beauty Services.
How much does care at Crossways cost?
The cost of care at Crossways can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care is £700 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01606 664254.

Part of Minster Care Group

Crossways Care Home is one of 69 homes run by Minster Care Group on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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