WELL Runcorn Hub opens to bring joined-up health, wellbeing and learning to the community


Published date: Friday 26 June 2026

WELL Runcorn Hub

A new health, wellbeing and education hub, WELL Runcorn Hub, is opening in the heart of Runcorn Old Town, bringing together local partners to deliver joined-up support for residents in one accessible location.

Developed through the Runcorn Towns Fund programme, the hub brings together organisations from the NHS, Halton Borough Council, education providers and the voluntary sector. It has been designed to improve access to services, tackle health inequalities and support wider community wellbeing.

WELL Runcorn Hub offers a welcoming, flexible space where people can drop in for advice, information and support, as well as access a wide range of services. These include mental health support, family and children’s services, health checks, and community-based activities focused on prevention and early help.

Alongside health and care services, the hub also provides opportunities for education, training and skills development. This integrated approach helps connect people to employment, learning and wider community support.

By bringing services together in one place, WELL Runcorn Hub makes it easier for people to get the support they need, when they need it. The model also allows organisations to work more closely together, improving people’s experience and supporting earlier intervention.

Located in the former Runcorn Library on Granville Street, the hub is designed as a community space where people can feel comfortable to visit, connect with others and build confidence in managing their health and wellbeing.

WELL Runcorn Hub opens with a phased programme of services and activity from Monday 29 June, with an official launch planned for early September. Additional services will be introduced over the coming months as the hub continues to grow and develop its offer.

Questions and answers

What is WELL Runcorn Hub?

WELL Runcorn Hub is a new health, wellbeing and education hub based in the heart of Runcorn Old Town. It brings together a range of services from the NHS, local authority, education providers and the voluntary sector in one accessible location.

What is the purpose of the hub?

The hub is designed to make it easier for people to access support, improve health and wellbeing, and tackle health inequalities. It focuses on prevention, early help and providing joined-up support close to home.

What services will be available?

WELL Runcorn Hub offers a mix of health, wellbeing and community services. These include mental health support, family and children’s services, health checks, and community-based activities. It will also provide access to education, training and skills development opportunities.

How is this different from existing services?

WELL Runcorn Hub brings services together in one place, so people don’t need to navigate multiple organisations or locations. This “one-stop” approach makes it quicker and easier to get support and allows services to work more closely together.

Who is involved in delivering the hub?

The hub has been developed in partnership between NHS organisations (North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust; Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust), Halton Borough Council, education providers (Riverside College) and voluntary and community organisations. It reflects a shared commitment to improving outcomes for local residents.

Who can use WELL Runcorn Hub?

The hub is open to everyone. Some services will be appointment-based, while others offer drop-in support, making it accessible for a wide range of people and needs.

Where is the hub located and when is it open?

WELL Runcorn Hub is based in the former Runcorn Library in Runcorn Old Town, providing a central and easy-to-access location. 

It is open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm. It is currently closed weekends and bank holidays.

Is the hub open now?

The hub opens with a phased programme of services and activity from Monday 29 June. Additional services will be introduced over the coming months. An official launch is planned for early September.

Will more services be added?

Yes. The hub will continue to grow and develop over time, with additional services being introduced as part of a phased approach, including those requiring formal CQC registration.

Why is this important for local people?

WELL Runcorn Hub makes it easier for people to get the support they need, earlier. By improving access, supporting prevention and connecting services, it aims to help people stay well for longer and reduce the need for more intensive interventions later.

Can I make contact with WELL Runcorn Hub?

Yes. Esme Polshaw is the general manager of WELL Runcorn Hub. The hub can be contacted by emailing ncm.wellruncornhub@nhs.net. You can also visit the hub and say hello during opening hours.


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