Preston Gardens

What facilities will Preston Gardens include?

Preston Gardens will bring together specialist care, wellbeing and community spaces in one setting.

Plans currently include:

• A café and community hub
• Spaces for events and activities
• Therapy rooms for occupational therapy and rehabilitation
• Sensory gardens and outdoor wellbeing spaces
• A private accessible gym
• Two single-person hydrotherapy pools

The hydrotherapy facilities will be unique within the local area and designed specifically for people living with complex needs and disabilities.

Will the facilities only be for residents?

No. We want Preston Gardens to feel open and inclusive.

While some spaces will support residents directly, our wider vision is for the community hub, café and many activities to be available for local people, families, carers and the wider community to enjoy too.

We want Preston Gardens to be somewhere people come together, not somewhere that feels closed off.

Will you offer respite care?

Yes, that is part of our long-term vision.

We hope to offer dedicated respite accommodation where people can stay for short breaks in a safe, supportive and welcoming environment.

We know how important respite can be for both individuals and families and we want Preston Gardens to provide somewhere families feel genuinely comfortable and reassured.

Who will work at Preston Gardens?

Preston Gardens will have a multidisciplinary team made up of healthcare and wellbeing professionals.

This is expected to include:

• Nurses
• Healthcare support workers
• Occupational therapists
• Physiotherapists
• Rehabilitation specialists
• A community hub and hospitality teams

The aim is to create a joined-up environment where people’s clinical, physical, emotional and social wellbeing are all supported together.

Will you keep the existing buildings and gardens, including the established trees?

Nature is a big part of what makes Preston Gardens special and we want to protect as much of the existing landscape as possible, including the established trees and gardens.

Any changes we make will be carefully considered and focused on improving accessibility, safety and the overall experience for everyone using the space.

Our aim is to create an environment that feels welcoming, calm and connected to nature.

What will happen to the existing café?

Our plans include creating a café as part of the wider community hub.

Accessibility is central to every part of the design, so we may need to make changes to the existing building to ensure it fully meets the needs of people living with complex disabilities and mobility needs.

This includes features such as:

• Accessible entrances and pathways
• Specialist changing facilities
• Accessible toilets
• Spacious layouts for mobility equipment

Any changes will be made thoughtfully and with the intention of creating a space that is even more welcoming, functional and enjoyable for everyone who visits.

Who will Preston Gardens support?

Preston Gardens is being designed for people living with complex care needs and disabilities who may require specialist support, rehabilitation or adapted living environments.

This may include people with acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, spinal injuries or long-term complex health needs.

Will local people be able to visit the café and gardens?

Yes. We want Preston Gardens to feel like part of the community and we hope local people will enjoy visiting the café, gardens and community spaces.

Will there be community events and activities?

Yes. We hope to run regular activities and events that bring people together, including creative sessions, wellbeing activities and inclusive community events.

How will Preston Gardens benefit the local community?

As well as transforming a vacant site, Preston Gardens will create local jobs, improve accessibility and provide new wellbeing and community facilities for the area.

Our aim is to create somewhere that has a positive long-term impact for both residents and the wider community.

When will Preston Gardens open?

Plans are still progressing and we will share updates with the community as key milestones are reached.

Will families be able to stay involved in residents’ lives?

Absolutely. We want Preston Gardens to feel welcoming for families and loved ones and to create spaces where people can spend meaningful time together. Every residential property will have an extra bedroom so families can spend the night if they want to. 

How will the site be accessible for people with disabilities?

Accessibility is being considered throughout the design process, from pathways and entrances through to therapy spaces, changing facilities and social areas.

The goal is to create an environment where people can move around comfortably, safely and with as much independence as possible.

Will there be parking and transport access?

Transport and accessibility are important parts of the planning process and these considerations will form part of the wider development plans.

Can anyone move into Preston Gardens?

As plans develop, we will share more information about referrals, partnerships and how healthcare professionals and case managers, as well as people living with complex care needs and their families can work with us.

Will residents receive 24-hour support?

Support will be tailored to individual needs, with specialist teams available to provide high-quality care and assistance where required.

How can I stay updated?

We’ll continue sharing updates as plans progress. You can follow the journey on our Instagram page or contact the team directly if you would like to know more.