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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2022

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards South West England 2022


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2022 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

The Aldbury
672/674 Ringwood Road, Parkstone, Poole BH12 4NA
9.9 108 reviews
The Aldbury, Poole, Dorset
"Our Mum stayed at The Aldbury for seven months before we lost her. I, and my brother and sister, cannot thank the Manager, Clinical Lead,…"  Read all 108 reviews
  • from £1,796 / week
  • 55 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Experience the warmth and care of this friendly, relaxing care home whilst making new friends. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Arcot House
Arcot Gardens, Sidmouth EX10 9HR
9.7 94 reviews
Arcot House, Sidmouth, Devon
"Seeing the change in my step-mother has been wonderful. She is safe, happy and so well cared for. Thank you. I feel reassured and so much…"  Read all 94 reviews
  • from £1,519 / week
  • 28 Rooms
Group/Owner Doveleigh Care Ltd

Arcot House, in Sidmouth, Devon, is a twenty eight capacity care accommodation run by a dedicated team of carers, eager to provide effective care and lifestyle solutions for people with elderly care ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home
Bradford Road, Sherborne DT9 6EX
9.9 51 reviews
Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home, Sherborne, Dorset
"Only compliments all the way Staff are excellent, meals are really good. I am happy with the outcome (being here)…"  Read all 51 reviews
  • from £1,900 / week
  • 64 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Dedicated staff members at Trinity Manor provide high-quality residential care for older people who would benefit from additional care and support in a warm and friendly environment. Trinity Manor ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home
1 Hoyal Road, Poole BH15 4HY
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 108 reviews
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home, Poole, Dorset
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Our Dad has been at Upton Bay recently. We visit very regularly. Dad has always been clean, impeccably dressed is very well cared for. The…"  Read all 108 reviews
  • from £1,589 / week
  • 68 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Upton Bay is a premier destination offering both residential respite stays and specialised dementia care through its unique memory lane community. Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Dorset, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Blenheim House Care Home
27 Shurnhold, Bath Road, Melksham SN12 8DD
9.6 163 reviews
Blenheim House Care Home, Melksham, Wiltshire
"The staff and food were great. Overall the quality of care very good. The room was clean with plenty of storage and a good size. Pleasant…"  Read all 163 reviews
  • 85 Rooms
Group/Owner Berkley Care Group

Welcome to Blenheim House — Where Premium Care Meets All-Inclusive Living Part of the award-winning Berkley Care Group, Blenheim House offers a five-star, all-inclusive lifestyle tailored to each ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Braemar Lodge
18/20 Stratford Road, Salisbury SP1 3JH
9.9 105 reviews
Braemar Lodge, Salisbury, Wiltshire
"My aunts first day with Braemar Lodge and it has been transformational. A very high standard of care was evident from the moment that we…"  Read all 105 reviews
  • from £1,736 / week
  • 95 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Braemar Lodge is a purpose-built home located in the city of Salisbury. As well as providing five-star luxury accommodation, the home is conveniently situated just a short distance from the local ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Canford Chase
40 Western Road, Branksome Park, Poole BH13 6EU
9.9 97 reviews
Canford Chase, Poole, Dorset
"Vanessa has been at Canford Chase for about 25 years! She is very happy and settled there. The staff have become like family to her and she…"  Read all 97 reviews
  • from £1,472 / week
  • 55 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Canford Chase is situated in the select area of Branksome Park and is within easy reach of the award-winning beaches of Poole and Bournemouth. Set in a secluded peaceful garden, it offers five-star ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Castle View
Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 2NH
9.9 91 reviews
Castle View, Dorchester, Dorset
"Everyone I meet in the home is helpful and friendly. My aunt is very happy there. The building/rooms are clean and tidy. Lovely home.…"  Read all 91 reviews
  • from £1,369 / week
  • 57 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Thomas Hardy country is the setting for Castle View in Dorchester. This uniquely designed home is built on the Poundbury Estate with its links to the Duchy of Cornwall. The spacious reception area ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Dove Court
Seaton Down Hill, Seaton EX12 2JD
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 96 reviews
Dove Court, Seaton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My friend spent 11 years at Dove Court. She was beautifully looked after with kindness, skills and lots of fun! Trips out to the sea,…"  Read all 96 reviews
  • from £1,295 / week
  • 32 Rooms
Group/Owner Doveleigh Care Ltd

Dove Court Care Home, Seaton, is part of a friendly care service that has benefited from significant investment and refurbishment, as well as a strong focus on quality training. An experienced ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Doveridge Care Home
South Street, Colyton EX24 6PS
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 70 reviews
Doveridge Care Home, Colyton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Thankfully Doveridge had a room when we needed help, and everyone couldn't have been kinder. I come every day and there is always a lovely…"  Read all 70 reviews
  • from £1,547 / week
  • 20 Rooms
Group/Owner Doveleigh Care Ltd

Doveridge Care Home is the only care home located in the market town of Colyton, Devon. It provides dementia care for older people. The home was rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Harbour Rise
18 Roundham Road, Paignton TQ4 6DN
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 175 reviews
Harbour Rise, Paignton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I found Harbour rise a very good care home with great facilities and great staff ,room my mother had was a good size and was just what she…"  Read all 175 reviews
  • from £1,550 / week
  • 44 Rooms
Group/Owner Harbour Rise Ltd

Harbour Rise is a delightfully situated home for older people, a short walk from seaside shops and sandy beaches. Both long-term and respite needs are welcome, with care maintained by a team of ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Little Croft Care Home
42-44 Barry Road, Oldland Common, Bristol BS30 6QY
9.3 37 reviews
Little Croft Care Home, Bristol, South Gloucestershire
"My Mum has been in Little Croft since August. The care home provides exceptional care in a warm, welcoming environment. The staff are…"  Read all 37 reviews
  • from £1,000 / week
  • 41 Rooms
Group/Owner Young at Heart Care Homes Ltd

Little Croft Care Home is a beautiful newly renovated Care Home with the focus on being a leader in Residential and Dementia Care. Little Croft was taken over in 2021 by Young at Heart Care Homes, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Monkscroft Care Centre
Shelley Road, Cheltenham GL51 7DP
9.9 177 reviews
Monkscroft Care Centre, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
"1000 characters isnt enough to say how much all the staff actually do care and do everything they possibly can to make sure residents are…"  Read all 177 reviews
  • from £1,650 / week
  • 80 Rooms
Group/Owner The Orders of St John Care Trust

Monkscroft Care Centre offers up to 80 residents compassionate, individualised dementia, nursing and respite care in a modern, comfortable environment. Opened in 2012, the home is located in a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Oakhaven Residential Care Home
136-140 Hales Road, Cheltenham GL52 6TB
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 54 reviews
Oakhaven Residential Care Home, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I am a carer that visited a resident who was on respite and I just want to say that I've worked in Care for 15 years and I've never seen…"  Read all 54 reviews
  • from £1,523 / week
  • 27 Rooms

Having been rated 'Outstanding' for the second time by the Care Quality Commission (May 2020), Oakhaven's staff take pride in their excellent standards of care, carried out by a team of professional ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Old Sarum Manor
Rhodes Moorhouse Way, Salisbury SP4 6SA
9.8 60 reviews
Old Sarum Manor, Salisbury, Wiltshire
"The service we received was excellent particularly the professionalism, compassion and understanding of all the staff.…"  Read all 60 reviews
  • from £1,640 / week
  • 66 Rooms
Group/Owner Elmfield Care Ltd

Old Sarum Manor opened in 2020 with a brand new, state-of-the-art care home offering 24-hour residential and dementia care in beautifully designed surroundings and has built a strong reputation in ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Old Vicarage
Stockland Bristol, Bridgwater TA5 2PZ
9.9 68 reviews
The Old Vicarage, Bridgwater, Somerset
"Absolutely fantastic care provided by The Old Vicarage - 11/10! My Mum has been with them since December 2024 and she loves everything…"  Read all 68 reviews
  • from £1,219 / week
  • 26 Rooms

The Old Vicarage provides a welcoming and friendly home for older people where they can feel comfortable, safe and happy. Prospective residents are welcome to spend a week or two at the home prior to ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Penhill
81 Station Road, Shirehampton, Bristol BS11 9TY
9.9 72 reviews
Penhill, Bristol, Bristol
"Mum has just spent 2 weeks respite at Penhill, it really felt like home from home. Her room and all communal areas were spotlessly clean.…"  Read all 72 reviews
  • from £970 / week
  • 19 Rooms

Penhill is a multi-award-winning residential care home with an outstanding reputation based in the suburbs of Bristol, close to local amenities and excellent transport links. Specialising in ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection
16/18 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 290 reviews
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection, Bournemouth, Dorset
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My mother could not be in a better place. The level of care, dignity and compassion given by all members of the care team has been…"  Read all 290 reviews
  • from £1,450 / week
  • 114 Rooms
Group/Owner Avery Healthcare Group

Westbourne Tower, a premium provider of dementia care, nursing care and residential care, is ideally situated within easy access to the centre of Bournemouth. Rooms dedicated to respite stays ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Whitecliffe House
Whitecliff Mill Street, Blandford Forum DT11 7BQ
9.7 74 reviews
Whitecliffe House, Blandford Forum, Dorset
"My dad came in for respite for 2 weeks and my mum joined the next day. They are so happy and look so much better. The staff are so friendly…"  Read all 74 reviews
  • from £1,280 / week
  • 31 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Whitecliffe House is situated in the Georgian town of Blandford Forum. This small market town lies on the River Stour. The home is purpose-built in a courtyard setting and offers comfortable ensuite ... Read more

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