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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
9.9 110 reviews
The Aldbury, Poole, Dorset
"I am so grateful for the fantastic care my mum received during her time at The Aldbury. Every single staff member you came into contact…"  Read all 110 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 53 reviews
Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home, Sherborne, Dorset
"My stay was excellent and I cannot fault any part of my stay there. My treatment as a respite person was a superb and I feel so much…"  Read all 53 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
10 111 reviews
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home, Poole, Dorset
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My mum arrived here just over 3 years ago. Very quickly, I noticed a positive change in her; she became engaged again with life, thanks to…"  Read all 111 reviews
  • from £1,500 / 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
  • from £1,890 / week
  • 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
9.8 101 reviews
Canford Chase, Poole, Dorset
"I would like to thank the staff of Canford Chase for the care and love they have given my 2 friends. One had a massive stroke and not…"  Read all 101 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 94 reviews
Castle View, Dorchester, Dorset
"From the moment my husband was transferred by ambulance to Castle View nursing home, he was warmly welcomed and immediately made to feel…"  Read all 94 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 98 reviews
Dove Court, Seaton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My mother is content, well cared for and well supported at DC. I feel confident that all her needs are more than adequately met and that I…"  Read all 98 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
10 72 reviews
Doveridge Care Home, Colyton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Doveridge is not just a care home, it's a family. The care and kindness given to residents goes beyond and above. Residents are treated…"  Read all 72 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
10 179 reviews
Harbour Rise, Paignton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Dad had a variety of different health issues each requiring particular care. The staff are amazingly good at dealing with each of these and…"  Read all 179 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
9.9 179 reviews
Monkscroft Care Centre, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
"I have recently moved to Monkscroft Care Centre, and I could not believe how lucky I am to have moved here. The building and the staff are…"  Read all 179 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 56 reviews
Oakhaven Residential Care Home, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"The staff have created the most wonderful environment here. My mum loved the staff and engaged with other residents and activities. I…"  Read all 56 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 64 reviews
Old Sarum Manor, Salisbury, Wiltshire
"All the staff here are kind, caring and thoughtful. They all know my Grandma by name and always say hello if they pass her. The care my…"  Read all 64 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 £1,290 / 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 73 reviews
Penhill, Bristol, Bristol
"I cannot recommend Penhill enough, the Managers and staff and incredibly friendly and nothing is to much trouble for the residents. During…"  Read all 73 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
9.9 80 reviews
Whitecliffe House, Blandford Forum, Dorset
"When I came to look at the home I felt the home was happy and homely. Staff very caring and treat everyone with kindness. I would recommend…"  Read all 80 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