TWO care homes near Chester have announced that they have appointed new general managers.

Iddenshall Hall and Beeston View care home in Tarporley and Crabwall Hall care home in Mollington, both of which are owned by Barchester Healthcare, have each welcomed a new GM.

Kirsty Jones will oversee the running of the 93-bed Iddenshall Hall and Beeston View home on Rode Street. Prior to starting in this position Kirsty Jones was the General Manager at Barchester's sister home, Crabwall Hall.

Crabwall Hall will now be the responsibility of Nicole Welsh, who will oversee the operation of the 38-bed home and its team of 47. Nicole was previously deputy manager.

Iddenshall Hall and Beeston View General Manager, Kirsty Jones said: "I am delighted to join the team here at Iddenshall Hall and Beeston View and am enjoying meeting and getting to know our residents. I’m looking forward to managing this home and continuing to provide high quality care."

Crabwall Hall General Manager, Nicole Welch said: "I am really excited for my new role here at Crabwall Hall and am really enjoying what I have experienced so far in this role. I’m looking forward to managing this home and continuing to provide high quality care."

Lorraine Disley the Senior Regional Operations Director said that she was pleased to welcome the new appointments to their respective care homes and that she believe both will be a "big hit" with residents.

The two care homes are part of a group of 200 owned by Barchester Healthcare across the country.