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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2021

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards North East England 2021


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2021 Awards.

Winners ordered alphabetically

Ashbourne Lodge Care Home
The Cedars, Ashbrooke, Sunderland SR2 7TW
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 122 reviews
Ashbourne Lodge Care Home, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Genuinely, the staff are fantastic. I know my mother is being well looked after. They are all attentive and are more than happy to answer…"  Read all 122 reviews
  • from £1,193 / week
  • 40 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

At Ashbourne Lodge Care Home, is a welcoming and friendly setting situated in the lovely area of Ashbrooke. The welcoming patio in the landscaped garden sets the tone for this lovely home, which ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Barchester Woodhorn Park Care Home
Woodhorn Road, Ashington NE63 9AN
9.7 82 reviews
Barchester Woodhorn Park Care Home, Ashington, Northumberland
"A huge thank you to Emma & her amazing team , the care support & empathy they have shown my Mam is outstanding . They always make time to…"  Read all 82 reviews
  • from £1,305 / week
  • 61 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Woodhorn Park Care Home makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Beaconsfield Court Care Home
Galgate, Barnard Castle DL12 8ES
9.5 117 reviews
Beaconsfield Court Care Home, Barnard Castle, Durham
"Mum has settled here very quickly. I believe this has been helped by the fantastic staff who she gets along with very well. They have…"  Read all 117 reviews
  • from £1,340 / week
  • 32 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Located in the attractive town of Barnard Castle in County Durham, Beaconsfield Court is a purpose built care home offering residential and residential dementia care. The extensively trained team ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Birch Hill Care Home
Norham, Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 2JZ
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 69 reviews
Birch Hill Care Home, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"New residents recently, all in different stages of dementia. I visit my husband everyday so I know the staff and their kind treatment.…"  Read all 69 reviews
  • from £1,450 / week
  • 24 Rooms
Group/Owner Lenore Care Ltd

Nestled in the Northumbrian Village of Norham, Birch Hill Care Home provides dementia care for 24 adults. Rated 'outstanding' by CQC in August 2019, the team's focus is ensuring all residents live ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Bryony Lodge Nursing Home
Leechmere Road, Sunderland SR2 9DJ
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 77 reviews
Bryony Lodge Nursing Home, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Mother-in-law has been well cared for since coming in Dec 2024. She has been failing recently but suddenly because much more unwell last…"  Read all 77 reviews
  • from £1,250 / week
  • 52 Rooms
Group/Owner Memory Lane Care Homes Ltd

Bryony Lodge Care Home is located in Sunderland's Grangetown area and is close to shops, amenities, public transport and the A19. This purpose-built care home provides accommodation in single ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Bryony Park Nursing Home
Thompson Road, Carley Hill, Southwick, Sunderland SR5 2SH
9.9 80 reviews
Bryony Park Nursing Home, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
"My 97 year-old mother urgently needed a residential nursing home and we were so lucky that a room became available. She spent ten days at…"  Read all 80 reviews
  • from £1,200 / week
  • 44 Rooms
Group/Owner Memory Lane Care Homes Ltd

Bryony Park is a nursing home which is registered to provide 44 places. The home provides care for people who require personal care or nursing care, including people living with dementia. Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Defoe Court Care Home
Defoe Crescent, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4JP
9.9 227 reviews
Defoe Court Care Home, Newton Aycliffe, Durham
"The whole team at Defoe Court go over and above to make sure our dad is well looked after. Although he is poorly he really appreciates how…"  Read all 227 reviews
  • from £1,276 / week
  • 41 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Defoe Court Care Home, located in the friendly town of Newton Aycliffe, provides personalised residential and nursing care to older people. The lovely home offers an ever-popular hairdressing ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Eden Cottage Care Home
37 Cobden Street, Darlington DL1 4JF
9.7 65 reviews
Eden Cottage Care Home, Darlington, Durham
"My 86-yr old father spent the final 6 months of his life in Eden Cottage. As an advanced Parkinson's sufferer he needed help with every…"  Read all 65 reviews
  • 25 Rooms

Eden Cottage is a “home from home” where residents can feel at home in a friendly, secure and relaxed environment. Professionals strive to preserve and maintain the dignity, individuality and privacy ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Grampian Court Care Home
Grampian Drive, Peterlee SR8 2LR
9.9 227 reviews
Grampian Court Care Home, Peterlee, Durham
"My aunt is 98yrs old, with vascular dementia and we had to move her from another care home where she wasn't happy. The carers are…"  Read all 227 reviews
  • from £1,311 / week
  • 57 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Grampian Court Care Home, situated in the friendly town of Peterlee, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential and residential dementia care. This warm, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Greenways Court Care Home
Delves Lane, Consett DH8 7EE
9.9 161 reviews
Greenways Court Care Home, Consett, Durham
"My husband was in Greenways only for a short time. He was well looked after and he loved the staff, he passed away in August 2025, and the…"  Read all 161 reviews
  • from £1,287 / week
  • 51 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

In a quiet residential area of Consett, Greenways Court Care Home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The welcoming home offers many comfortable areas ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Highfield Care Home
The Meadowings, Yarm TS15 9XH
9.5 121 reviews
Highfield Care Home, Yarm, Cleveland & Teesside
"There is always a lovely welcome by staff on arriving to visit. The first impression on arriving is pleasant, organised (signing in the…"  Read all 121 reviews
  • from £1,180 / week
  • 40 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Highfield Care Home, located in the historic town of Yarm, provides personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The comfortable home has plenty of well designed areas ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Lothian House Care Home
Clyde Terrace, Spennymoor DL16 7SG
9.8 214 reviews
Lothian House Care Home, Spennymoor, Durham
"I can't complain about my father's care the carers are outstanding and very understanding he is upstairs in lothium house and he is happy…"  Read all 214 reviews
  • from £1,286 / week
  • 48 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Located in the heart of Spennymoor, Lothian House care home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The lovely home offers many facilities for residents to ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Manor House Gosforth
80 Greenfield Road, Brunton Park, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 5TQ
9.3 38 reviews
The Manor House Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
"Both of my parents are in this care home, one of them is residing on the dementia floor and the other downstairs. They are both looked…"  Read all 38 reviews
  • 61 Rooms
Group/Owner Hadrian Healthcare Ltd

The Manor House Gosforth practices high standard and person-centred care, skilled in both residential care for older people and also for adults diagnosed with dementia. Designed for a luxury and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Marigold Nursing Home
Leechmere Road, Sunderland SR2 9DJ
9.8 98 reviews
Marigold Nursing Home, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
"Since my wife was admitted in October 2025 after a nine-week hospital stay, the care and attention have been excellent. It could not be…"  Read all 98 reviews
  • from £1,150 / week
  • 50 Rooms
Group/Owner Memory Lane Care Homes Ltd

Marigold Nursing Home in Sunderland offers 24/7 residential care, elderly care, end of life care, respite care and general nursing care, as well as dementia care. All rooms come with an en-suite ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Paddock Stile Manor Dementia Care Home
Philadelphia Lane, Newbottle, Houghton le Spring DH4 4ES
9.8 86 reviews
Paddock Stile Manor Dementia Care Home, Houghton le Spring, Tyne & Wear
"Visited my friend and neighbour of many years, so some of my observations come from her, e.g. Food and drink, but the staff were very…"  Read all 86 reviews
  • 40 Rooms
Group/Owner Orchard Healthcare Group

Paddock Stile Manor Care Home provides residential care, dementia care and respite care in Houghton-le-Spring, conveniently located between Durham and Sunderland. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC (March ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Park House
2 Richmond Road, Oxbridge, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 4DS
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 80 reviews
Park House, Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland & Teesside
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I am more than happy with the care I have received by everyone I have encountered with everyone involved. I would highly recommend the…"  Read all 80 reviews
  • from £1,025 / week
  • 18 Rooms

Situated In the Oxbridge area of Stockton On Tees, Park House Rest Home is a small family run care home offering residential and residential dementia care while maintaining a homely environment, the ... Read more

Older Person CareYounger Adult Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Redesdale Court Care Home
Rake Lane, North Shields NE29 9QS
9.3 75 reviews
Redesdale Court Care Home, North Shields, Tyne & Wear
"My wife has dementia and is a resident in this care home. I am very impressed with the care and support she receives. The reception area is…"  Read all 75 reviews
  • from £1,166 / week
  • 76 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Located just outside the historic seaside town of North Shields, Redesdale Court Care Home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. This friendly home offers ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Springfield House Care Home
Durham Road, Low Fell, Gateshead NE9 5BW
9.7 134 reviews
Springfield House Care Home, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear
"They was a nice lady called Sharon she come to the hospital QE, when I was taken in my friend he calls me brother. Went into Springfield…"  Read all 134 reviews
  • from £1,224 / week
  • 73 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Located in the centre of Low Fell, Gateshead, Springfield House Care Home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The modern and comfortable home offers ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Sutherland Court Care Home
Sutherland Avenue, Fenham, Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 9NS
9.4 132 reviews
Sutherland Court Care Home, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
"Sutherland Court Care Home, under the brilliant and delightful leadership and management of Bobby and his wonderful team is a lovely,…"  Read all 132 reviews
  • from £1,381 / week
  • 74 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Conveniently situated in the centre of Fenham near Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Sutherland Court Care Home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The friendly and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Willowdene Care Home
Lizard Lane, Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees TS21 3ET
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 109 reviews
Willowdene Care Home, Stockton-on-Tees, Durham
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My mother has been a resident in Willowdene Care Home for the last 2+ years and I can honestly say that I am extremely satisfied and…"  Read all 109 reviews
  • from £1,300 / week
  • 48 Rooms
Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

Welcome to Willowdene. Located between Sedgefield and Fishburn in County Durham on Lizard Lane, just off Salter’s Lane, Willowdene Care Home is nestled in charming rural countryside. The home ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care