Ashfield Court

Great Lime Road, Forest Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 9DH
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9.7 30 Reviews
  • Ashfield Court, Newcastle upon Tyne
Ashfield Court Care Home is situated in the Forest Hall area of Newcastle. It is within easy walking distance of local shops and amenities and is well served by public transport.

Many people who visit Ashfield Court comment on the warm and homely feel they get the minute they walk in and are greeted by friendly, smiling staff.

It has a people-centred approach and staff like to get to know their residents properly, not just on the surface.

New residents are asked to fill in a ‘This is your life’ book, so Ashfield Court can learn about their personal history – where they went to school, their career, their hobbies, likes and dislikes, and so on. The families are asked to complete if the residents are unable to do so.

With this information, the home can interact with residents in a much more meaningful way. It also helps that the majority of staff and residents are from this area of Newcastle.

There is a wide range of activities for residents but a fairly recent development has been an attachment to the Hen Power project, which gives them access to many arts and crafts activities. Ashfield was chosen because artwork by residents went on exhibition in Newcastle.

A local church organises tea and coffee mornings. Ashfield is the venue for people to sit, have meals and chat with residents and find out about the home.

A Friends of Ashfield group has been set up. It is run by the residents – Ashfield is applying for Lottery funding through Hen Power.

The residents regularly go out into the community and the community comes to them. Once a month there’s a trip out for a pub lunch for residents and their families. Local schools often come in for sing-alongs.

There is a secure garden, which is used regularly by the residents, sometimes for arts and crafts activities, weather permitting.

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Care Provided

Type of Service

    Residential Home
  • For a maximum of 46 Service Users

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Mandy Teruel (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2024

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (46)

Ashfield Court Reviews (30)

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9.7

Ashfield Court has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.657) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ashfield Court has 30 reviews.

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Review from K D (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 July 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When visiting my mother in law she's happy, always telling us about the food (she enjoys it), loves having a bath. Staff are friendly, always popping in for a chat.

Reply from Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Marketing Manager at Ashfield Court

Thank you for your amazing feedback, your wonderful review comments will be shared with all the Ashfield Court team.

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Review from Lorna L (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 July 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ashfield Court do their absolute best to meet the variable needs of my mum. She is treated as an individual person, a person in her own right!
The overall care of my mum and my dad (who visits every day) is wonderful.
Our family is kept up to date with any changes in behaviour or mds.
We are very
happy and grateful for the care our Mum receives.

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Review from B G (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 July 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mam has been a resident at Ashfield for almost fourteen years now. It's the most devastating time for anyone to hear your mam has Alzheimer's disease, so finding the right care is so important being able to leave mam in a safe and caring environment. When we first arrived at Ashfield we were made at
ease right away, everyone was so helpful and kind and still are to this day. Always a smile and chatty when you arrive. Any worries or problems you may have are resolved straight away, which is always reassuring. Mam always took part in activities - baking, dancing, bingo etc, but can no longer participate as her Alzheimer's worsened, now she just loves her treats and lots of cuddles knowing when we leave mam she's loved and cared for by everyone. Thank you to all the wonderful staff who work there.

Reply from Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Marketing Manager at Ashfield Court

Thank you for your lovely review - your kind, positive feedback about our Colleagues and will be shared with all the home.

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Review from M D (Son of Resident) published on 3 July 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

On the whole, our experience of Ashfield Court is a pleasant one. The management and staff are always helpful and will endeavour to help us with any queries we have. When we leave the premises, we feel reassured that my mother is being cared for in a caring and pleasant atmosphere.

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Review from I S (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mother has been well looked after since her arrival.
The staff are very friendly. Approachable and attentive to her needs. They are quick and attentive to her needs. They are quick to point out any problems and let me know upon my visit. I am very happy where she is and she was settled very well. Lots
of people complain about the lack of activities but getting residents of the ground floor to join in is very difficult.

Reply from Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Marketing Manager at Ashfield Court

Thank you for your lovely review of Ashfield Court. We will share your wonderful, positive comments with our team and give your important feedback about the activities to the home.

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Review from Eileen D (Resident) published on 18 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am a resident at Ashfield Court Care Home and find everything excellent, that's staff, care, and food, nothing seems any bother. I have not marked activities as I don't take part and am quite happy in my own company.

Reply from Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Marketing Manager at Ashfield Court

Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review for Ashfield Court, your feedback will be passed to all the team.

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Review from J H (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After her first full month in the home, my mother has found the staff very friendly and helpful. She is gradually learning that they will try to accommodate any wants and routines, provided she asks or tells them what is required! The home is clean and tidy and management is on the ball and responsive
to any questions/problems. Have only had a small issue with her commode and sensor mat not being put out properly on several nights and the buzzer not being properly connected which is a bit of a worry. She likes the home-cooked food too! There has been an elastic band under the bed for several days.

Reply from Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Marketing Manager at Ashfield Court

Thank you for your fantastic review. Your feedback on areas we can improve on is much appreciated and will be passed to the team so we can look into these immediately for you.

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Review from J S (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 7 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My brother-in-law settled easily and spoke highly of the care he was given. His room was always kept clean as were the public spaces. We were never around at meal time though we did have an excellent meal in the bar on Christmas day. The staff always brought us up to date with his progress as we arrived
and always had a smile for us. The residents didn't seem up to the activities much preferring to be sit in the lounge.

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Review from Claire R (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been looked after at Ashfield Court for the last year and I can't speak highly enough of the entire staff there. From the time of admission, they treated Mum with dignity and compassion and I was impressed with how quickly they became attuned to my mum's needs, her little ways and idiosyncrasies
and personality traits. Staff were also quick to act if Mum was unwell and needed medical assistance. I would not hesitate to recommend Ashfield Court to anyone.

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Review from Stephen R (Son of Resident) published on 16 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't give all the staff at Ashfield Court enough praise, they cared for my mam for 12 months until her passing. In that time, I could sleep at night knowing she was in good hands, nothing was too much trouble and my mam 'loved' all the carers. Thank you for making my mam's final days happy and comfortable.

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Review from Susan R (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care staff, loving and caring.
Spotless care home.
Food home-cooked, no frozen meals.
Lovely outdoor area.
Plenty of activities to occupy the residents.
A new bar and room for families to spend private time together - opening soon.

Reply from Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Marketing Manager at Ashfield Court

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Review from C S (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mam was in Ashfield Court as a respite resident for four months. The staff and management couldn't do enough for her. She was well looked after and cared for. Staff were friendly and helpful. If care is ever needed in the future I would certainly place her there again.

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Review from Kevin M (Son of Resident) published on 2 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother has been here less than 3 weeks but we have been allowed to bring lots from her home to ensure she has familiar belongings. The care and effort put into her rehabilitation has been superb, giving her more freedom. Staff are always friendly towards any visitors and encourage my mother to engage
with others and join in any activities as much as possible which has helped her to settle more easily.

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Review from C T (Wife of Resident) published on 1 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From my husband on his first day (short-term care), he was welcomed by all staff. Manager was waiting to show us around and taken to his room. His vegan diet was talked about with the kitchen staff (excellent). Staff are all working on his care plan for returning home in the future. The manager is approachable
if we have questions as id all staff. (Very well done).

Reply from Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Marketing Manager at Ashfield Court

Thank you for such a lovely review - your fantastic feedback will be passed on to the team.

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Review from Allison M (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident for almost 18 months now. I would not hesitate to recommend Ashfield to anyone! It is managed and run excellently. The staff are amazing and go above and beyond. Nothing is a problem. I have complete confidence in their care! Mam has settled really well after a bit of a
sharky period due to her illness and medications. The staff are incredible with Mam and deserve to be recognised for the job,

Reply from Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Marketing Manager at Ashfield Court

Thank you for your lovely review; your praise of our care colleagues, management and home is much appreciated and will be passed to the team for recognition.

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Review from Y M (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't say enough words to express how happy I am with my mother's care at Ashfield Court. The staff have made my mother feel welcome by arranging her room the way she wants it and listening to her needs and concerns. The environment is stimulating and there is a warm atmosphere. Thank you to everyone
at Ashfield Court!

Reply from Francesca MacDuff-Varley, Marketing Manager at Ashfield Court

Thank you for this lovely review, we are so pleased your mother has settled in well and your fantastic feedback will be passed to our Ashfield Court care team.

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Review from J L (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Friendly staff, very helpful and understanding. Nice, comfortable, airy bedroom with room to move around easily. Good size common room and dining room leading to a nice garden.

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Review from Brian K (Son of Resident) published on 10 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident for some 3 years and during all that time I have had no causes for complaint. The home has a cosy and homely feel and the rooms are of a good size. Residents are kept well entertained but are no way forced to participate. The staff all seem to be well trained and are attentive
to residents needs. Most importantly they treat residents with dignity. The home is well run and you are always kept well informed of your relative's well-being.

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Review from W T (Husband of Resident) published on 9 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife having been a resident at two places prior to Ashfield Court could not be more pleased with the care she is receiving here. Being well taken care of, looked after by caring staff and fed restaurant food.
I am relieved that she is being treated like this and happy she is happy.

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Review from Sandra C (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum has been at Ashfield Court for over two years. In that time I cannot fault the care and attention that has been given. The staff are excellent. I would recommend this home to anyone. Because of this attention and dedication, I have great peace of mind, knowing that my mother is being cared for,
especially at this time of the virus. May it continue. Many many thanks Ashfield.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.657)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.657) out of 10 for Ashfield Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.657 for Ashfield Court is calculated as follows: ( (102 Excellents x 5) + (34 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 143 Ratings = 4.657

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ashfield Court is based on 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 46 registered maximum number of service users is 9.2, which has been reached with 12 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 21 Aug 2019

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Good

  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ashfield Court

What types of Care is Ashfield Court registered for?

Older Person Care & Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Ashfield Court have?

There are 46 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Ashfield Court?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Ashfield Court to the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne?

4.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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