Bishopsfield Court
Mountsteven Avenue, Walton, Peterborough, Cambs, PE4 6WD
Mountsteven Avenue, Walton, Peterborough, Cambs, PE4 6WD
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Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care
Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.
Manager's Description
"Bishopsfield Court has a good reputation in the local community and enjoys close links with several nearby schools, with a number of joint activities taking place between residents and pupils. The nea..." Show more "Bishopsfield Court has a good reputation in the local community and enjoys close links with several nearby schools, with a number of joint activities taking place between residents and pupils. The nearest bus stop is directly outside the court and provides regular services into the centre of Peterborough just a few miles away. The main line rail service from Peterborough runs from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh, allowing easy access to the entre rail network.The court has friendly and supportive staff and a wide range of facilities for residents including two welcoming lounges, a guest room, hair salon, large car park and dining room. The onsite caterers are also happy to supply food for private parties and celebrations on request. The sensory gardens at Bishopsfield are easily accessible by wheelchair. The gazebo, surrounded by mature flowering shrubs, provides a pleasant place to sit and relax and enjoy the fresh air. Green-fingered residents are welcome to join in with gardening and there are numerous pots and a raised garden where they can plant and maintain their own flowers and vegetables.
Our Court Manager Service is an important and integral part of Housing 21’s approach to supporting our residents. It is designed to offer support and security to the court and those residents on court who need it. The service is about promoting and encouraging individuals to maintain their independence in their own home.
Our Managers are also responsible for the day to day running of the court including looking after the Health & Safety, property management and resident engagement." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Longhurst Group
48 flats. Built in 1994. Sizes 1 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days) (24 hours)
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Conservatory, Shop, Hairdressing salon, Library, Assisted bathing facility
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 200 yards; shop 600 yards; post office 0.25 mile(s); town centre 2.5 mile(s); GP 1.5 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: The many activities available for residents include knitting, music, barge painting, bingo, poetry, coffee mornings, quiz afternoons, gardening, fish and chip suppers and monthly live entertainment.. Meal(s) available (all meals). New residents accepted from 62 years of age.
Housing Authority: Peterborough
Social Care Authority: Peterborough
Info updated: 12/08/2015
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-let: A one person one bedroom flat. (Notified 16/04/2024). Please contact Housing 21 on 0370 192 4091 or click here to view on their website.
Managed by
Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care
Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.
