Wheldale Heights
Wheldon Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 2PY · View on map
Wheldale Heights
Wheldale Heights
Overview
Wheldale Heights is a care home located in Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 2PY. It serves residents requiring dementia care, nursing care, and nursing dementia care.
The home provides Dementia Care, Nursing Care, and Nursing Dementia Care services. It also addresses specialisms in mental health and physical disabilities.
Key facts
The inspection record
Overall
Good
Report published 8 April 2026
“Wheldale Heights is a care home providing accommodation, nursing and personal care for up to 24 people, living with complex mental and physical health needs arising from neurological conditions such as acquired brain injury, dementia, and Huntington's disease. There were 17 people living at the service on the first day of the assessment, and 18 people living at the service on the second day of the assessment.”
“The assessment was carried out in line with CQC’s assessment priorities. This was the first assessment of the service which registered in March 2023. The assessment commenced on 10 March 2026 and was completed on 16 March 2026. Site visits took place on both dates.”
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“The service was led by a skilled and knowledgeable registered manager who championed an inclusive culture where people, relatives and staff felt valued. The culture was positive, open, and driven by a commitment to quality care delivery, learning and improvement. There were enough staff to meet people’s needs. They participated in training and their wellbeing was supported.”
“People’s complex health conditions were safely supported and monitored by a skilled staff team, who provided person-centred care. Care records were accurate, up to date and reflective of people’s needs. People’s medicines were managed safely.”
“The environment was clean and in a good state of repair. People’s bedrooms were personalised and decorated nicely.”
“The registered manager and staff worked together as a team to meet people’s needs and provide high quality care.”
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Rated Good overall
Report published 8 April 2026 by the Care Quality Commission.
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Frequently asked questions
What types of care is Wheldale Heights registered for?
Wheldale Heights is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide Dementia Care, Nursing Care and Nursing Dementia Care. Listed specialisms include Mental Health and Physical disabilities.
How many Rooms does Wheldale Heights have?
There are 24 Single Rooms.
What is Wheldale Heights's CQC rating?
Wheldale Heights is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (report published 8 April 2026). The full CQC inspection report is available at cqc.org.uk/location/1-14913158434.
How many beds does Wheldale Heights have?
Wheldale Heights is registered for 24 beds.
Who is the registered manager at Wheldale Heights?
The registered manager is Mrs Clare Louise Heaton.
When was Wheldale Heights last inspected?
The Care Quality Commission published its latest report on Wheldale Heights on 8 April 2026.
Where is Wheldale Heights located?
Wheldale Heights is located in Castleford, United Kingdom.
When did Wheldale Heights register with CQC?
Wheldale Heights first registered on 7 March 2023.
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