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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2023

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards North East England 2023


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2023 Awards.

Winners ordered alphabetically

Allan Court
Woodlands, Benwell Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 6RU
9.6 70 reviews
Allan Court, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
"My grandad was only with these for 4 months and the love and care they showed him was out of this world i cant thank them enough for what…"  Read all 70 reviews
  • from £1,200 / week
  • 62 Rooms
Group/Owner The Bondcare Group

Allan Court is a Newcastle-upon-Tyne care accommodation that takes on nursing, residential and respite needs, while being especially skilled in looking after the needs of those with dementia and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
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 Briardene Care Home
West Avenue, Billingham TS23 1DA
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 58 reviews
Barchester Briardene Care Home, Billingham, Cleveland & Teesside
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My Mum lived in the Billingham Briardene Care Home for around 5 years where she received the most amazing care. She had some complex and…"  Read all 58 reviews
  • 34 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

At Briardene, professionals enhance life quality through a high standard of care and support for people living with dementia and associated challenging behaviours. The service is provided by a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health 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
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
Cheviot Court
63 Horsley Hill Square, South Shields NE34 6RF
9.8 59 reviews
Cheviot Court, South Shields, Tyne & Wear
"I cannot speak highly enough of this wonderful care home. From the moment you walk in, you are met with a warm welcoming atmosphere that…"  Read all 59 reviews
  • from £1,410 / week
  • 73 Rooms
Group/Owner Care UK

The skilled team at Cheviot Court offers high-quality care and a warm welcome in a homely setting. Quality permanent and short-term residential care is provided for older people, including those who ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability 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
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
Hartford Court Care Home
Cumbrian Road, Cramlington NE23 1DA
9.9 113 reviews
Hartford Court Care Home, Cramlington, Northumberland
"I am always happy with the love and care shown to my mum by everyone at Hartford Court, but since she fell a couple of weeks ago their care…"  Read all 113 reviews
  • from £1,428 / week
  • 75 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Hartford Court Care Home, located in the heart of Cramlington, provides personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. A carefully designed and homely setting, Hartford ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Jack Dormand Care Home
Fourth Street, Horden, Peterlee SR8 4LD
9.9 101 reviews
Jack Dormand Care Home, Peterlee, Durham
"This has to be one of the best care homes around. Constant high standard of care and inclusion. The interaction of staff with my mother is…"  Read all 101 reviews
  • from £1,137 / week
  • 43 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Jack Dormand Care Home, situated just off the coast in the town of Peterlee, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential, nursing and nursing dementia care. The ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Lambton House
New Lambton Village, Fence Houses, Houghton le Spring DH4 6DE
9.9 80 reviews
Lambton House, Houghton le Spring, Durham
"5 star ratings for an outstanding care home. My Mam was only here for respite after being in hospital. She received first class care…"  Read all 80 reviews
  • from £1,195 / week
  • 57 Rooms

Lambton House is a family owned residential care home, situated in open countryside on the outskirts of Bournmoor, near to Chester-le-Street & Houghton-le-Spring, not far from the historic city of ... Read more

Older Person CareYounger Adult 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
Melbury Court Care Home
Old Dryburn Way, Durham DH1 5SE
9.6 138 reviews
Melbury Court Care Home, Durham, Durham
"Melbury Court is well run - rooms are clean and tidy. Staff very helpful and friendly. My father is very content here, which is great to…"  Read all 138 reviews
  • from £1,360 / week
  • 88 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Melbury Court care home, situated in the historic town of Durham, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential, residential and nursing care. The lovely home ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing 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
Park House Care Home
Park Lane, Guisborough TS14 6EP
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 188 reviews
Park House Care Home, Guisborough, Cleveland & Teesside
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"The staff at Park House Care Home looked after my father during the last month of his life. They were kind, professional and helpful. The…"  Read all 188 reviews
  • from £1,296 / week
  • 57 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Situated in the heart of Guisborough, Park House is a luxurious, purpose-built care home offering residential and residential dementia care to older people. The home prides itself on its prime ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Royal Hampton Care Home
Meadowfield, Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne NE20 9GX
9.8 73 reviews
Royal Hampton Care Home, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland
"As a family we are delighted with the Royal Hampton, Ponteland. They took in my father who has dementia. The staff are very friendly and…"  Read all 73 reviews
  • 73 Rooms
Group/Owner Crown Care

Live in luxury at Royal Hampton, Ponteland - a 73 bed luxurious care centre which has been specifically designed to a very high standard. All residents enjoy a varied lifestyle and will have a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing 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
The Willows
Woodside Resource Centre, Cavendish Road, Middlesbrough TS4 3EB
9.2 42 reviews
The Willows, Middlesbrough, Cleveland & Teesside
"My dad has been a resident of the Willows since September 2024. At the time of entering the Willows my dad, who has advanced dementia, was…"  Read all 42 reviews
  • from £1,360 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Care UK

The Willows care home provides specialist nursing, residential and dementia care for older people on a respite or permanent basis. Designed for purpose, the home offers ensuite bedrooms that have ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care