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Smithy Forge
3a Norton Village, Norton, Runcorn, WA7 6PZ — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Smithy Forge was rated
Rating published 17/08/2026. Read the full inspection report.
- 6 bedsRegistered capacity
- HaltonCouncil for care funding
- 01928 790986Care home's own number
- D & L PriceOperator
- 31st December 2010Registered since
- D & L PriceRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Smithy Forge
Smithy Forge is a Care Home in Runcorn, offering Residential, Learning Disability and Mental Health care.
Smithy Forge was registered with the Care Quality Commission in December 2010. It is run by D & L Price, a partnership. D & L Price runs 2 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for older people, people with mental health conditions and people with learning disabilities or autism.
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Smithy Forge been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Smithy Forge "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published August 2026.
What types of care does Smithy Forge provide?
Smithy Forge provides Residential, Learning Disability and Mental Health care.
How many beds does Smithy Forge have?
Smithy Forge is registered for 6 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Smithy Forge?
Smithy Forge is run by D & L Price, a partnership. The provider runs 2 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Smithy Forge registered with CQC?
Smithy Forge has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since December 2010. Its provider, D & L Price, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does Smithy Forge care for?
CQC registers Smithy Forge to care for older people, people with mental health conditions and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does Smithy Forge provide nursing care?
No. Smithy Forge is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers Smithy Forge?
Smithy Forge is in the Halton council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to Smithy Forge?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Runcorn, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.