The Croft
Residential care home · Wirral
94 Irby Road, Heswall, Wirral, CH61 6XG
Run by Allandale Care Group Limited
- GoodCQC · Nov 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds10
- Type of careResidential
- Phone0151 342 7004
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 13 November 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Croft
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-115774775
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Croft
Ten bedrooms form the small residential setting at The Croft for older people. Eight rooms have en-suite facilities, two have their own separate facilities, and the accommodation is spread over one level.
Residents have communal lounges, dining areas, gardens, activities and sociable mealtimes. The home also supports people living with dementia, including those needing end-of-life care, and has a minibus for individualised trips. The Croft is just outside Heswall, with a regular bus link into town a short walk away. Its compact layout and shared spaces support everyday interaction as well as personal care.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Wirral
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Nursing HomeWirral | 0.3 miles | Inadequate | 3.8 | |
| Grange Nursing HomeWirral | 0.4 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| The HazelwellWirral | 0.5 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ridgewood Court Residential Care HomeWirral | 0.8 miles | Good | 7.8 | |
| Heathermount Residential HomeWirral | 0.9 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Allandale Care Group Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathermount Residential HomeWirral | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Ten-bedroom residential home
- Accommodation on one level
- Minibus for tailored trips
Suits: Older people seeking residential care in a smaller home
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
94 Irby Road, Heswall, Wirral, CH61 6XG
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Questions families ask
How many bedrooms does The Croft have, and do they have en-suite facilities?
The Croft has 10 bedrooms. Eight have en-suite facilities, while two have their own separate facilities.
Is The Croft care home on one level?
Yes. The Croft’s accommodation is spread over one level.
Does The Croft accept people living with dementia?
Yes. The Croft provides residential care for people living with dementia, subject to an assessment of their individual needs.
Can The Croft cater for special dietary requirements?
Yes. Meals are freshly prepared, nutritious and varied, and special dietary requirements are catered for.
How much does The Croft cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Croft for its weekly fee. As a guide, Wirral council paid on average £741 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.