Montane Care is delighted to announce the successful sale of Catterall House, a respected and long-established care home in Garstang, Lancashire, on behalf of Skanda Rajaratnam of Arrowsmith Care Homes Ltd. The home has been acquired by Sabe Connor of Holywell Care Group, marking another successful transaction for Montane Care and reinforcing our reputation as a trusted specialist within the UK care sector.
Catterall House has long held a valued place in the local community, providing residential care for older people in a supportive and homely environment. Under the ownership of Arrowsmith Care Homes Ltd, the home became known for its compassionate care, dedicated staff team, and strong compliance record. These qualities, together with a loyal local reputation and consistent occupancy, made Catterall House an attractive opportunity for a quality-driven operator.
Montane Care was instructed to manage the sale through a confidential and structured process, designed to protect residents and staff while achieving the best outcome for the vendor. Drawing on our national database of active buyers and in-depth understanding of the sector, we generated multiple expressions of interest and selected the most suitable and well-funded purchaser.
Following a detailed due diligence process, the sale completed in October 2025, transferring ownership to Holywell Care Group, a growing regional operator with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Acting for the vendor, Jo Clark of Adams & Remers LLP provided legal representation, while Daniel Coll of RB Legal acted for the purchaser.
Reflecting on the sale, Skanda Rajaratnam, Managing Director of Arrowsmith Care Homes Ltd, commented:
“Catterall House has been part of our journey for many years, and choosing the right buyer was incredibly important to us. From the outset, Darren and the Montane Care team were understanding, proactive, and professional. Their communication was clear, their process was discreet, and I always felt they had our best interests at heart. The outcome exceeded my expectations, and I’m confident the home will continue to thrive under Holywell Care Group’s ownership. My sincere thanks to Darren and everyone involved for their expertise and support.”
The purchaser, Sabe Connor of Holywell Care Group, shared her thoughts on the acquisition:
“We are delighted to welcome Catterall House into the Holywell Care Group family. From our first visit, it was clear the home had been exceptionally well-managed, with a strong, caring team at its core. Working with Montane Care made the process straightforward and efficient. Communication was excellent throughout, and we appreciated the professionalism and transparency shown by all parties. I would also like to thank our solicitor, Daniel Coll of RB Legal, for his dedication and attention to detail. We look forward to building on the fantastic foundations already in place and continuing to deliver the highest standards of care.”
The collaboration between Montane Care and both sets of solicitors played a key role in ensuring a smooth transition for all involved. By combining brokerage expertise, and hands-on involvement throughout the process, Montane Care ensured the transaction progressed from instruction through to completion.
Darren Edwards of Montane Care commented:
“It has been a genuine pleasure to represent Skanda and the Arrowsmith Care Homes team in the sale of Catterall House. This was a well-run home with a strong culture, and it was important to find a buyer who shared the same values. Holywell Care Group were an excellent fit, and both parties worked collaboratively throughout. I’d also like to thank Jo Clark of Adams & Remers LLP, who acted for the vendor, and Daniel Coll of RB Legal, who represented the purchaser, their professionalism and communication ensured the process remained efficient and positive from start to finish.”
Darren added:
“At Montane Care, we continue to see strong demand for well-managed care homes with solid compliance and long-standing reputations. Our ability to deliver discreet, structured transactions and our deep connections within the sector allow us to achieve strong results for our clients. If you are considering selling or would like to understand the current value of your care business, I would be happy to have a confidential conversation about how we can help.” The sale of Catterall House reflects Montane Care’s ongoing commitment to supporting care home owners, operators, and investors nationwide.