Case Study
Bowdon Care Home & Nursery
Bowdon, Cheshire – 51 Bed Care Home for Dunham Care & Children’s Nursery for Back to the Garden Childcare (2024-Ongoing)
Main Contractor: McGoff Construction Limited
Specialist Contractor: Panacea Building System
Contract value: £1,760,000
Project Overview
Panacea Building Systems was appointed to deliver both the structural solution and internal fit-out for a dual-use development in Bowdon, Cheshire, consisting of a new 51-bed care home for Dunham Care and a children’s nursery for Back to the Garden Childcare. The project demands a high degree of technical adaptability, as it brings together two distinct building types on a single site.
Scope of Works
Panacea Building Systems involvement spans both the superstructure and specialist internal works. Key project components include:
Pre-panelised Light Gauge Steel Frame (LGSF) structural system for the care home
Ultra panel roofing system incorporating metal joisted roof cassettes
Offsite fabrication of all bespoke panels at Panacea Building Systems Altrincham manufacturing facility, located just 2 miles from site
Full drylining, suspended ceiling and plastering works for both the care home and the nursery
Design and installation of a bespoke SFS infill package for the nursery building
2024–ongoing project delivery
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Although still ongoing, the project already demonstrates Panacea Building Systems strength in delivering innovative structural systems, efficient offsite manufacturing and comprehensive internal fit-out solutions. The dual-building approach highlights Panacea Building Systems flexibility and capability to support clients with diverse operational requirements within a single scheme. Upon completion, the development will provide Dunham Care and Back to the Garden Childcare with modern, well-designed facilities built to high performance, safety and quality standards.