Amicura

The Rivers Care Home

Name: The Rivers Care Home
Address: The Croft, Knottingley , UK, Wakefield, WF11 9BL, GB
Telephone: 01977 233137
Price range: £850 per week

Operated by Amicura

CQC not_yet_inspected50 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, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).

AddressThe Croft, Knottingley WF11 9BL, UK

Beds50

Weekly feefrom £850 · 2026

En-suite100%

All-inclusiveNo

MapGoogle Maps

About

Nestled in the heart of Knottingley, The Rivers is a recently renovated care home that provides a range of services including residential, dementia, respite, and palliative care for the elderly. This exceptional Amicura Care Home is proud to offer a plethora of amenities, such as tastefully decorated bedrooms complete with ensuite facilities, cosy communal lounges and dining spaces, a beautifully landscaped garden, a terrace, and even a hairdressing salon. Whether it's unwinding in the serene garden, engaging in lively conversations with loved ones, or treating oneself to a luxurious pampering session in the salon, the devoted team at The Rivers ensures a fulfilling and enjoyable experience for all residents.

Care provided

Dementia

Residential

Respite

Facilities

Activity Room

Dining Area

Gardens

Hair & Beauty Salon

Own Furniture Allowed

Quiet Area

Terrace Area

Activities

Arts & Crafts

Baking & Cooking

Birthday & Holiday Celebrations

Book and Poetry

Dance & Music

Exercise & Fitness

Gardening & Flower Arranging

Hair & Beauty Treatments

Visits from Children

Wellbeing Classes

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.1 mi

Train station0.9 mi

GP surgery0.5 mi

Hospital14.2 mi

Local pub0.3 mi

Shops0.7 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

AllotmentsAdequate
Play SpaceSparse
Golf CourseLimited
Public ParkAmple
Tennis CourtLimited
Bowling GreenLimited
Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

Pubs & BarsAdequate
Restaurants & CafesSparse
Retail ShoppingLimited
SupermarketsSparse
TakeawaysAmple

Local crime statistics

611 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

violent crime36%

Shoplifting14%

Anti-social behaviour10%

Public order8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Gallery

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.

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

The Rivers Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Leeds General Infirmary, 14.2 miles away. The local GP practice is ASH GROVE, 0.5 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E

Leeds General Infirmary · 14.2 mi

Nearest GP · CQC Good

ASH GROVE · 0.5 mi

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the geographical location of The Rivers?

The Rivers is positioned in Knottingley and is conveniently near to well-liked facilities.

How does The Rivers fare in the CQC evaluation?

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. The Rivers has a rating of **not yet inspected**, which reflects the standard of care and safety provided by the home.

What kinds of senior care does The Rivers provide?

This home offers various forms of senior care such as respite, dementia, and residential.

What is the bed capacity at The Rivers?

At present, The Rivers can accommodate 50 residents.

Who is the proprietor of The Rivers?

Amicura is the owner and manager of this care home.

What sort of events and activities can one expect at this care home?

The Rivers offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Celebrations for Birthdays & Holidays, Classes for Wellbeing, and Hair & Beauty Services.

How much does care at The Rivers cost?

The cost of care at The Rivers can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care is £850 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01977 801640.

More care homes near Wakefield

Agbrigg and Sandal, Wakefield — CQC good

Ardsley House, Wakefield — CQC good

Ashgrove House, Wakefield — CQC good

Avalon Clarence Gardens, Wakefield — CQC requires_improvement

Broxbourne House, Wakefield — CQC good

Carr Gate, Wakefield — CQC good

Information last reviewed September 2026.

Make an enquiry

Do you run The Rivers Care Home?

This profile is built from the public CQC register and independent data. Claim it — free — to add photos, update your details and services, and respond to enquiries. Spotted something wrong? Let us know and we'll fix it.

Claim this listing Report an error