Care & Mobility Services in Alston

National live-in care provider (head office in Gatwick, Surrey) with a dedicated area page covering Alston, Cumbria. Verified via provider website.

Council-run 13-bed home operated by Westmorland and Furness Council (Cumbria Care). NOTE: as of Aug 2026 the council is running a public consultation (closing 19 Aug 2026) on the home's future due to low occupancy and an ageing building; currently still open and operating with a small number of residents -- recheck status before referring people. Verified via CQC, council news releases and NHS.uk.

England's highest narrow-gauge heritage railway, running between Alston and Slaggyford. Verified via official accessibility page and Euan's Guide review.