Mental health · Cheshire West and Chester

Ancora House

The Countess Of Chester Health Park, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 1BQ

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Contact, travel and your visit

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Address

The Countess Of Chester Health ParkChesterCheshireCH2 1BQ

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Contact the service

01244397258 Website and contact options

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Opening and appointment times

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Accessibility and facilities

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Driving directions Public transport route Walking directions

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Nearby transport stops

Countess RoundaboutBus stop · nrAbout 100 m in a straight line
BeechwayBus stop · oppositeAbout 200 m in a straight line
BeechwayBus stop · nrAbout 200 m in a straight line
Bache Rail StationRail station entrance · Side EntranceAbout 500 m in a straight line
Bache Rail StationRail station entrance · Main EntranceAbout 700 m in a straight line

Bus stops within 1 km; rail and other access points within 3 km. A listed stop does not confirm a current timetable.

DfT NaPTAN · downloaded 10 September 2026 · Open Government Licence.

Mapped parking nearby

Car Park 2Mapped car parkAbout 200 m in a straight line
Car Park 2Mapped car parkAbout 200 m in a straight line
Countess of Chester Country ParkMapped car parkAbout 500 m in a straight line

These are nearby mapped car parks, not confirmed visitor parking for this service. Check access restrictions, charges, hours and Blue Badge arrangements with the operator.

Published parking and facility figures

Historical hospital reporting. These figures do not establish current parking tariffs or available spaces.

2024/25 hospital site

Reported designated disabled parking spaces

5 spaces

5 spaces was reported for “Reported designated disabled parking spaces”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Reported designated disabled parking spaces

Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025. Historic reporting, not live availability, a clinical quality score or a booking quote. Source unit: ANCORA HOUSE (RXAG5); CHESHIRE AND WIRRAL PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST. Parking totals include patients, visitors and staff. EV points can include fleet-only facilities. Leased/shared sites may report zero where no spaces are specifically allocated. Verify current visitor access, concessions and charges with the hospital.

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Historical average hourly visitor parking charge

0 GBP per hour

0 GBP per hour was reported for “Historical average hourly visitor parking charge”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Historical average hourly visitor parking charge

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

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2024/25 hospital site

Reported parking spaces, all users

31 spaces

31 spaces was reported for “Reported parking spaces, all users”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Reported parking spaces, all users

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

What to expect and prepare

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Questions about visiting Ancora House

What are the opening times?

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Do I need an appointment or referral?

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Can I park here, and is there accessible parking?

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How can I arrange help with access or communication?

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What can I learn about Ancora House?

No overall CQC rating is available on this profile. Use the contact and visiting details above to check the service you need, then compare the dated evidence below.

Registration and inspection details Patient experience and access figures

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Care and access: the published picture

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Hospital environment: PLACE assessments

Assessments of the hospital environment, separate from clinical outcomes.

2025 hospital site

Cleanliness assessment

100%

100% was reported for “Cleanliness assessment”. 2025 patient-led assessment of the non-clinical environment; not a clinical outcome or a current accessibility audit.

Definition and source

Published measure: Cleanliness assessment

2025 patient-led assessment of the non-clinical environment; not a clinical outcome or a current accessibility audit. Assessments involve staff and patient assessors and include judgement. Participation is voluntary and coverage differs. Check present-day facilities directly before travelling. Site assessment; do not substitute the parent organisation score.

PLACE: hospital environment assessments · Coverage and method

2025 hospital site

Combined Food assessment

99.1%

99.1% was reported for “Combined Food assessment”. 2025 patient-led assessment of the non-clinical environment; not a clinical outcome or a current accessibility audit.

Definition and source

Published measure: Combined Food assessment

PLACE: hospital environment assessments · Coverage and method

2025 hospital site

Condition Appearance and Maintenance assessment

99.5%

99.5% was reported for “Condition Appearance and Maintenance assessment”. 2025 patient-led assessment of the non-clinical environment; not a clinical outcome or a current accessibility audit.

Definition and source

Published measure: Condition Appearance and Maintenance assessment

PLACE: hospital environment assessments · Coverage and method

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2025 hospital site

Dementia assessment

Not applicable

This measure does not apply to this record.

Definition and source

Published measure: Dementia assessment

PLACE: hospital environment assessments · Coverage and method

2025 hospital site

Disability assessment

97.2%

97.2% was reported for “Disability assessment”. 2025 patient-led assessment of the non-clinical environment; not a clinical outcome or a current accessibility audit.

Definition and source

Published measure: Disability assessment

PLACE: hospital environment assessments · Coverage and method

2025 hospital site

Organisation Food assessment

98.3%

98.3% was reported for “Organisation Food assessment”. 2025 patient-led assessment of the non-clinical environment; not a clinical outcome or a current accessibility audit.

Definition and source

Published measure: Organisation Food assessment

PLACE: hospital environment assessments · Coverage and method

2025 hospital site

Privacy, Dignity and Wellbeing assessment

98.4%

98.4% was reported for “Privacy, Dignity and Wellbeing assessment”. 2025 patient-led assessment of the non-clinical environment; not a clinical outcome or a current accessibility audit.

Definition and source

Published measure: Privacy, Dignity and Wellbeing assessment

PLACE: hospital environment assessments · Coverage and method

2025 hospital site

Ward Food assessment

100%

100% was reported for “Ward Food assessment”. 2025 patient-led assessment of the non-clinical environment; not a clinical outcome or a current accessibility audit.

Definition and source

Published measure: Ward Food assessment

PLACE: hospital environment assessments · Coverage and method

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Hospital estate, parking and facilities

Reported estate and practical facilities information for this hospital site.

2024/25 hospital site

Reported designated disabled parking spaces

5 spaces

5 spaces was reported for “Reported designated disabled parking spaces”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Reported designated disabled parking spaces

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Reported electric vehicle charging points

4 points

4 points was reported for “Reported electric vehicle charging points”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Reported electric vehicle charging points

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Reported gross internal floor area

3,517 m²

3,517 m² was reported for “Reported gross internal floor area”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Reported gross internal floor area

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

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2024/25 hospital site

Estimated high-risk maintenance backlog

0 GBP

0 GBP was reported for “Estimated high-risk maintenance backlog”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Estimated high-risk maintenance backlog

Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025. Historic reporting, not live availability, a clinical quality score or a booking quote. Source unit: ANCORA HOUSE (RXAG5); CHESHIRE AND WIRRAL PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST. Estimated investment to restore the estate to the specified condition, grouped by risk. Definitions, coverage and valuation methods vary; this is not expenditure already incurred or a measure of individual patient risk.

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Historical average hourly visitor parking charge

0 GBP per hour

0 GBP per hour was reported for “Historical average hourly visitor parking charge”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Historical average hourly visitor parking charge

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Reported isolation rooms

0 rooms

0 rooms was reported for “Reported isolation rooms”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Reported isolation rooms

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Estimated low-risk maintenance backlog

0 GBP

0 GBP was reported for “Estimated low-risk maintenance backlog”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Estimated low-risk maintenance backlog

Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025. Historic reporting, not live availability, a clinical quality score or a booking quote. Source unit: ANCORA HOUSE (RXAG5); CHESHIRE AND WIRRAL PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST. Estimated investment to restore the estate to the specified condition, grouped by risk. Definitions, coverage and valuation methods vary; this is not expenditure already incurred or a measure of individual patient risk.

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Estimated moderate-risk maintenance backlog

100,000 GBP

100,000 GBP was reported for “Estimated moderate-risk maintenance backlog”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Estimated moderate-risk maintenance backlog

Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025. Historic reporting, not live availability, a clinical quality score or a booking quote. Source unit: ANCORA HOUSE (RXAG5); CHESHIRE AND WIRRAL PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST. Estimated investment to restore the estate to the specified condition, grouped by risk. Definitions, coverage and valuation methods vary; this is not expenditure already incurred or a measure of individual patient risk.

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Reported parking spaces, all users

31 spaces

31 spaces was reported for “Reported parking spaces, all users”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Reported parking spaces, all users

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Estimated significant-risk maintenance backlog

20,000 GBP

20,000 GBP was reported for “Estimated significant-risk maintenance backlog”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Estimated significant-risk maintenance backlog

Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025. Historic reporting, not live availability, a clinical quality score or a booking quote. Source unit: ANCORA HOUSE (RXAG5); CHESHIRE AND WIRRAL PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST. Estimated investment to restore the estate to the specified condition, grouped by risk. Definitions, coverage and valuation methods vary; this is not expenditure already incurred or a measure of individual patient risk.

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Single patient bedrooms with en-suite facilities

30 rooms

30 rooms was reported for “Single patient bedrooms with en-suite facilities”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Single patient bedrooms with en-suite facilities

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

2024/25 hospital site

Single patient bedrooms without en-suite facilities

0 rooms

0 rooms was reported for “Single patient bedrooms without en-suite facilities”. Trust-submitted estate return for 1 April 2024–31 March 2025.

Definition and source

Published measure: Single patient bedrooms without en-suite facilities

Estates Returns Information Collection · Coverage and method

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About this service

Recorded care types: Mental health
Local authority area: Cheshire West and Chester
Funding information: NHS organisation — confirm the service’s funding
Registered provider: Cheshire And Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Telephone in source record: 01244397258
NHS organisation code: RXAG5
CQC identifier: RXAG5

Registered specialisms

Caring for children (0 - 18yrs)
Mental health conditions
Caring for people whose rights are restricted under the Mental Health Act
Eating disorders

These are specialisms in the regulatory record. They do not confirm that a particular treatment, assessment or place is currently available.

CQC inspection evidence

No rating details are present for this record in the published ratings extract. This is not a negative rating. Follow the official record for any newer reports or information.

Regulated activities

Assessment or medical treatment for persons detained under the Mental Health Act 1983
Treatment of disease, disorder or injury

Connected organisations and services

Cheshire And Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation TrustRegistered provider

Sources and coverage

Care Quality Commission registerDirectory: 9 September 2026; detailed register: 1 September 2026 · Retrieved 10 September 2026
PLACE: hospital environment assessments2025 · Retrieved 10 September 2026
Joined using the official reporting organisation code. Measures keep their source reporting level.
Estates Returns Information Collection2024/25 · Retrieved 10 September 2026
Joined using the official reporting organisation code. Measures keep their source reporting level.