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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2016

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards North West England 2016


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2016 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

Auden House
473 Audenshaw Road, Audenshaw, Manchester M34 5PS
9.2 65 reviews
Auden House, Manchester, Greater Manchester
"My Mum has been a resident of Auden house for 7 weeks and she has settled in so well. I cannot fault the staff, the care they provide is…"  Read all 65 reviews
  • 24 Rooms

Auden House provides care and accommodation (without nursing) for up to 24 people. The home is situated in a residential area of Audenshaw and accommodation is provided in single rooms over two ... Read more about Auden House

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Barchester Sutton Grange Care Home
Greaves Hall Avenue, Banks, Southport PR9 8BL
9.4 74 reviews
Barchester Sutton Grange Care Home, Southport, Lancashire
"Our mum is in here to rehabilitate after a rare illness the staff and the home are wonderful. We can't recommend enough. They can't do…"  Read all 74 reviews
  • from £1,218 / week
  • 70 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Sutton Grange Care Home is specifically designed to provide high-quality residential and nursing care to the elderly, including those individuals living with dementia, in a warm, homely and friendly ... Read more about Barchester Sutton Grange Care Home

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Birkenhead Court
Challis Street, Bidston, Birkenhead CH41 7DH
9.7 82 reviews
Birkenhead Court, Birkenhead, Merseyside
"Our experience of Birkenhead Court is overwhelmingly positive. We have been able to relax knowing that my Grandma is safe, warm, well-fed,…"  Read all 82 reviews
  • from £1,165 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Anchor

Anchor’s Birkenhead Court in Bidston is a purpose-built care home, providing high-quality care and facilities within a comfortable and relaxing environment. As well as welcoming residents for ... Read more about Birkenhead Court

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Bradwell Court Residential Care Home
Bradwell Grove, Congleton CW12 3SA
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 94 reviews
Bradwell Court Residential Care Home, Congleton, Cheshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Bradwell's team looked after my Grandma for just over two years & we couldn't have picked a better home. Me and my family don't live close…"  Read all 94 reviews
  • from £1,212 / week
  • 27 Rooms
Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

Bradwell Court offers residential, dementia, and pre-bookable respite care in a warm, family-like setting, thanks to a devoted team - many with over 15 years’ service. The home features 27 spacious, ... Read more about Bradwell Court Residential Care Home

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Brookside Care Home
722 Preston Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston PR5 8JP
9.4 67 reviews
Brookside Care Home, Preston, Lancashire
"I'd just like to say a huge thank you to the manager and her staff for looking after my uncle. He's been there quite a few years, and the…"  Read all 67 reviews
  • from £800 / week
  • 25 Rooms

Brookside has been delivering the best quality care for over 25 years. Brookside Care Home, is a small, independent and family owned establishment for older people. Brookside's reputation is based on ... Read more about Brookside Care Home

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Fazakerley House Care Home
Park Road, Prescot L34 3LN
9.9 96 reviews
Fazakerley House Care Home, Prescot, Merseyside
"Overall very please with the care my mother is receiving all the staff are very nice and nothing too much trouble for them .they are very…"  Read all 96 reviews
  • from £994 / week
  • 45 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Offering bespoke residential and residential dementia care, Fazakerley House care home is situated in the peaceful residential area of Prescot, in Merseyside. There is much to love about this ... Read more about Fazakerley House Care Home

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Glen Tanar
65 Cavendish Road, Bispham, Blackpool FY2 9NJ
9.9 82 reviews
Glen Tanar, Blackpool, Lancashire
"My grandad came here recently after coming from another home and my grandad has instantly felt so much happier and is more himself socially…"  Read all 82 reviews
  • from £797 / week
  • 21 Rooms
Group/Owner Green Cross Care

Glen Tanar Residential Home is situated in a quiet residential area close to the Queen’s Promenade in Bispham. The home is convenient for a short stroll to the local shops or the promenade. The home ... Read more about Glen Tanar

Older Person CareYounger Adult Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Kirkby House Care Home
James Holt Avenue, Westvale, Kirkby, Liverpool L32 5TD
9.7 98 reviews
Kirkby House Care Home, Liverpool, Merseyside
"The staff are so good with my Mum. Especially Chloe and Daniel. She loves the activities and she is treated like she's part of their…"  Read all 98 reviews
  • from £1,050 / week
  • 44 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

At Kirkby House care home, situated close to the centre of Kirkby in Liverpool, the team supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential dementia care. From Care ... Read more about Kirkby House Care Home

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Larkhill Hall
236 Muirhead Avenue East, West Derby, Liverpool L11 1ER
9.2 67 reviews
Larkhill Hall, Liverpool, Merseyside
"Management, staff are very professional. There interaction with all service users is excellent, they go above and beyond, for all the…"  Read all 67 reviews
  • from £1,065 / week
  • 66 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Larkhill Hall in Liverpool offers high-quality residential care as well as specialised dementia care and respite care. The home has 66 bedrooms with ensuite shower facilities and staff provide ... Read more about Larkhill Hall

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Lumb Valley Care Home
Burnley Road East, Lumb, Rossendale BB4 9PQ
8.2 55 reviews
Lumb Valley Care Home, Rossendale, Lancashire
"Professional staff and very effective communication with family from Carers / seniors and registered manger everyone at lumb valley…"  Read all 55 reviews
  • 22 Rooms

Top 20 Northwest care home award winner 2015 & 2018. The 5th highest rated care home in the whole of the North West region 2015. Lumb Valley Care Home offers a range of care, from long term ... Read more about Lumb Valley Care Home

Older Person Care Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
The Old Vicarage
Ivy Bank Road, Bolton BL1 7EQ
9.5 51 reviews
The Old Vicarage, Bolton, Greater Manchester
"Since mum moved into The Old Vicarage, we have all been really impressed with the care and dignity the staff and home deliver. It is a real…"  Read all 51 reviews
  • from £995 / week
  • 38 Rooms
Group/Owner Whitefield Care

The Old Vicarage is a family run care home which offers many aspects of individual care to support the independence of its residents in later life. The atmosphere and décor within the home is ... Read more about The Old Vicarage

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Prospect House
High Street, Malpas SY14 8NR
9.0 71 reviews
Prospect House, Malpas, Cheshire
"My wife was admitted to Prospect House on 30th January 2025, suffering from Alzheimer's disease.She is probably in the third stage of the…"  Read all 71 reviews
  • from £1,463 / week
  • 65 Rooms

The Prospect House philosophy is that the individual should be at the centre of everything. The home is led by the Home Manager and a band of RGNs and RMNs with many years' experience in caring for ... Read more about Prospect House

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Sherdley Manor Care Home
Mill Lane, Sutton, St Helens WA9 4ET
9.1 25 reviews
Sherdley Manor Care Home, St Helens, Merseyside
"Excellent- from start to finish- all the staff are helpful and welcoming and care a great deal about their clients. When my mum went into…"  Read all 25 reviews
  • from £1,250 / week
  • 23 Rooms
Group/Owner Chestnut House Healthcare Group

Sherdley Manor is located in the Sutton area of St Helens, and specialises in providing care for people living with dementia and other mental illnesses. Bedrooms at Sherdley Manor are situated ... Read more about Sherdley Manor Care Home

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Simonsfield Care Home
53 Boston Avenue, Runcorn WA7 5XE
9.8 108 reviews
Simonsfield Care Home, Runcorn, Cheshire
"My father has just spent a few weeks in Simonsfield. The team that looked after him were second to none. The home is incredibly well…"  Read all 108 reviews
  • from £1,265 / week
  • 63 Rooms
Group/Owner Hill Care

Simonsfield Care Home specialises in residential and dementia care. The beautiful home is situated near to shops and the town and is within easy reach of public transport. Care workers offer ... Read more about Simonsfield Care Home

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Starr Hills
Ansdell Road South, Ansdell, Lytham St Annes FY8 5PQ
9.9 113 reviews
Starr Hills, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire
"I first came to Starr Hills about 18 months ago visiting a friend weekly she passed away unfortunately last September I became a volunteer…"  Read all 113 reviews
  • from £1,178 / week
  • 36 Rooms
Group/Owner MHA

Rated 'Outstanding' in its most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection, Starr Hills provides dedicated residential care and support for up to 36 people in an adapted setting, designed for ... Read more about Starr Hills

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Stoneswood
Oldham Road, Delph, Oldham OL3 5EB
9.4 68 reviews
Stoneswood, Oldham, Greater Manchester
"Stonewood Residential Home. My dad has had excellent care and compassion from all the team at his new home. Manager, Sandra, has been in…"  Read all 68 reviews
  • from £850 / week
  • 51 Rooms
Group/Owner Autograph Care Group

Stoneswood is a privately owned care home in the beautiful village of Delph, Saddleworth. The home provides 45 beds, the majority of which have wet rooms or en-suite facilities and stunning views ... Read more about Stoneswood

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Willows Care Home
397 Midgeland Road, Marton Moss, Blackpool FY4 5ED
9.5 59 reviews
The Willows Care Home, Blackpool, Lancashire
"Lovely home, friendly & helpful staff, just the right amount of informality. Staff turnover is very low which in itself speaks volumes.…"  Read all 59 reviews
  • from £1,000 / week
  • 27 Rooms

The Willows is a 26 bedroom care home with hotel standards, based on the fringe of rural Blackpool, St Annes, and Lytham that looks after elderly residents throughout their retirement and any health ... Read more about The Willows Care Home

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care