The Willows | About

The Willows was our very first provision at The Beeches, opening its doors in 2004 and providing residential care for children with learning difficulties and/or other complex needs.

  • Registered to provide care and accommodation for up to six children.
  • 52 week a year residential care.
  • 6 well-appointed bedrooms that can be decorated to each resident’s taste.
  • Spacious, well-appointed lounge/dining area and a games room with a smart TV, Netflix access, a video gaming console, and games.
  • Fully equipped staff office and utility area.
  • Conveniently located 10 minutes away from the city centre with many local amenities nearby.
Willows Exterior
Willows Hallway
Willows Living Room
Willows Living Room 2
Willows Dining Room
Willows Game Room
Willows Game Room 3
Willows Game Room 2
Willows Kitchen
Willows Office
Willows Bedroom
Willows Bedroom
Willows Bedroom 3
Willows Bedroom 2
Willows Bathroom
Willows Bathroom

The Guildhall Building – The Guildhall, Peterborough by Dylan Moore, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Peterborough Cathedral – DAVID ILIFF, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Peterborough Town Hall Exterior – Peterborough Town Hall by Julian Dowse, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Local area

The Willows is situated in the city of Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.

It is located approximately 10 minutes from the city centre and has access to a range of local amenities, including shops, supermarkets, healthcare services, and community facilities.

The home benefits from good transport links, including local bus routes and rail connections, supporting children to develop independence and access opportunities within the community.

A range of leisure and recreational activities are available locally to support children’s positive engagement and social development, including swimming, sports facilities, parks, and other community activities.