(Image: Rob Crawshaw)
A historic building has undergone a major £2 million refurbishment.
Verbeia Grange has opened its doors in Ilkley, with the home aiming to create around 70 local jobs and a welcoming community where residents feel safe, loved and cared for.
The residential care home on Cross Beck Road, part of Holden Grange, occupies the former Troutbeck Hydro.
Its transformation marks a new chapter for the historic building, with a focus on creating a close-knit community where residents can build friendships, enjoy everyday life and feel a sense of belonging.
Verbeia Grange in Ilkley (Image: Rob Crawshaw)
Dating back to the nineteenth century, the building has served as a hydro, hotel and nursing home.
Its colourful history includes a performance by Jimi Hendrix in 1967, while King Charles has also been reported among its former guests.
Its place in Ilkley’s history was recently recognised by Ilkley Civic Society with the unveiling of a blue plaque.
Verbeia Grange in Ilkley (Image: Rob Crawshaw)
The refurbishment has created updated bedrooms, a dining lounge, a restaurant featuring a stained-glass roof dating back to 1901, and communal lounges where residents can spend time together and welcome family and friends.
Verbeia Grange in Ilkley (Image: Rob Crawshaw)
Deborah Myers from Briggate House Interiors helped shape the interiors, taking inspiration from Ilkley Moor and the surrounding landscape.
The colours, furnishings and finishes have been chosen to create a warm, welcoming setting with a connection to the local area.
Verbeia Grange in Ilkley (Image: Rob Crawshaw)
Offering residential and respite care, Verbeia Grange draws on the care model established at sister home Grange Court in Baildon, which is rated Outstanding overall by the Care Quality Commission.
Verbeia Grange in Ilkley (Image: Rob Crawshaw)
Leon Berry, director of Holden Grange Care, said: “Seeing Verbeia Grange ready to welcome residents is a proud moment for Jason, me and everyone who has helped bring this project to life.
“From the beginning, our aim has been to create a home where people feel safe, loved and cared for. We want residents to feel known as individuals, to build friendships and to feel part of a community, with their families welcomed into that community too.
“So much work has gone into the building, and now we’re looking forward to filling it with life, friendship and shared experiences.”
Verbeia Grange is at Cross Beck Road, Ilkley, LS29 9JP. For enquiries, call 01943 243247 or email verbeia@holdengrange.co.uk.
Verbeia Grange in Ilkley (Image: Rob Crawshaw)
A video series has documented the transformation month by month, introducing the people behind the project and following the work through to completion.
The final episode reveals the finished home and explores the thinking behind its interior design.
Families exploring residential or respite care for themselves or a loved one are invited to contact the team to find out more or arrange a visit.