Minster Care Group

Florence Grogan House Care Home

Residential care home in Chester, 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).
AddressShelley Rd, Blacon, Chester CH1 5XA, UK
Beds39
Weekly feefrom £975 · 2026
En-suite38%
Opened1965
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Florence Grogan House is a 39-bed care home in Chester, Cheshire, operated by Minster Care Group. The home provides residential and dementia care, alongside respite and palliative support. It is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across Safe, Effective, Caring and Responsive domains, though Well-led is rated Requires Improvement.

The home is situated close to Chester city centre and local amenities, within easy reach of shops, libraries and attractions. It offers a range of communal spaces and facilities designed to support residents' daily life and wellbeing.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Wellbeing Classes

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected May 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery0.8 miles
A&E: Countess of Chester Hospital0.9 miles
Bus stop100 m
Train station2.7 miles
Shops950 m
Pub or bar1.0 miles
  • 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

  • AllotmentsAdequate
  • Play SpaceAdequate
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkAdequate
  • Tennis CourtLimited
  • Bowling GreenLimited
  • Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsAmple
  • TakeawaysAdequate

Local crime statistics

493 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime36%
Shoplifting17%
Public order15%
Anti-social behaviour8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £975
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Cheshire West and Chester usually pays £887 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £88 a week.

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£975—

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

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Local health safety net

Florence Grogan House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Countess of Chester Hospital, 0.9 miles away. The local GP practice is WESTERN AVE MEDICAL CTRE, 0.8 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Countess of Chester Hospital · 0.9 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
WESTERN AVE MEDICAL CTRE · 0.8 mi

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

Community & connection in Chester

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

Charity

Ellesmere Port and Neston Community Transport Ltd

We are a non profit making provider of minibus and adapted car travel, offering our services to community groups and individuals, elderly, disadvantaged or disabled in Cheshire West and Chester…

5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1121037)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Florence Grogan House?
This establishment is based in Chester and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Florence Grogan House?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Florence Grogan House has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided at the facility.
What kinds of senior care can be accessed at Florence Grogan House?
This home provides the following kinds of senior care: dementia and residential.
What is the total bed capacity of Florence Grogan House?
At present, the home can accommodate 39 individuals.
Who is the proprietor of Florence Grogan House?
Minster Care Group is the entity that owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Florence Grogan House offers a wide range of health and wellness activities such as: Music & Dance, Beauty & Hair Treatments, and Flower Arranging & Gardening.
How much does care at Florence Grogan House cost?
The cost of care at Florence Grogan House begins at £975 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific care needs of the elderly resident.

For a more accurate estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01244 566557 to discuss your individual requirements.

Part of Minster Care Group

Florence Grogan House 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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