Each bedroom has its own en-suite facilities and as well as internal courtyard areas, we also have our own garden with a horticultural area, a small animal garden, a greenhouse and a covered outdoor seating area.
Ancora House School is also located on site, which has six classrooms, including a science lab, and all rooms are equipped to A-level standard.
We also have our own gym, multifaith space called 'The Sanctuary' and a large relaxation space called 'The Den' which hosts a projector, multi-changing lights and soft seating.
Location and accessibility
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Ancora House is located on the Countess of Chester Health Park, near Bowmere Hospital.
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There is free parking, including disabled bays, and covered bike parking.
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The site is on the doorstep of the Countess of Chester Country Park, and is also close to Chester town centre and Chester Zoo.
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Public transport options include buses stopping outside the Countess of Chester Health Park and Bache train station, just a short walk away.
National Autistic Society autism accreditation
Ancora House is proud to hold the National Autistic Society Advanced Specialist Award accreditation. The accreditation is the UK’s only autism-
Some of the changes made during the accreditation process at Ancora House included installing sound absorbers in the ceilings to reduce noise levels on the unit, developing easy-read versions of patient literature, making changes to furniture and the introduction of a sensory room.
Autism awareness training is also now included in the local induction for new starters at Ancora House to ensure all staff have a good understanding of the condition.
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