Residents, families, staff and the wider community are being invited to share their views on options for the future of Grisedale Croft Care Home in Alston.
No decisions have been taken about the final outcome for the care home. The consultation will:
- gather views
- understand impacts
- ensure that any future changes prioritise safety, continuity of care, and quality of life for residents
The consultation will run from Thursday 14 May to Wednesday 5 August 2026.
The options being consulted on for Grisedale Croft are:
- do nothing
- refurbish Grisedale Croft
- demolish and rebuild at Grisedale Croft
- close Grisedale Croft without providing an alternative in Alston
- provide alternative accommodation in a suitable building in the local area, if one could be acquired - this is the preferred option
Find the full details of the options on the consultation link.
Have your say
Online
View and complete the consultation online
Paper copies
Paper copies are available at community venues in and around Alston Moor, including:
- Alston Library
- Garrigill Post Office
- Nenthead Village Shop
You can return your completed survey at Alston Library, or send it to us free of charge by post to:
Grisedale Croft Care Consultation, FREEPOST, Westmorland and Furness Council
Drop in events
We're holding a series of drop-in information sessions for Grisedale Croft, where you can:
- find out more about the consultation
- speak to council officers
- get help to fill in the survey
The drop-in dates are:
- Wednesday 3 June from 11am to 1pm at Alston Library
- Monday 15 June from 5pm to 7pm at Alston Library
- Friday 26 June from 10:30am to 12:30pm at The Hive, Nenthead
- Friday 26 June from 2pm to 4pm at Garrigill Village Hall
- Wednesday 1 July from 2pm to 4pm at Alston Library
- Monday 20 July from 11am to 1pm at Alston Library
Contact us
If you have any questions or need additional support to take part in the consultation get in touch by:
Email: care.consultation@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Telephone: 0300 373 3301