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carehome.co.uk 2025 Top 20 Care Home Awards

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards North East England 2025

These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2025 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

Ashbourne Lodge Care Home

The Cedars, Ashbrooke, Sunderland SR2 7TW

10122 Reviews

"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 / week40 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 offers... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Ashlea Lodge Care Home

Hylton Road, Millfield, Sunderland SR4 7AF

9.870 Reviews

"All staff absolutely amazing, the best care home in Sunderland! I can't fault anything at all! Would highly recommend! My mam has been..."Read all 70 reviews

38 rooms

Group/Owner Orchard Healthcare Group

Ashlea Lodge Care Home in Sunderland provides residential care, respite care and specialist dementia care in a comfortable, homely setting. Part of Orchard Healthcare Group, the home offers cosy en-suite... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Barchester Briardene Care Home

West Avenue, Billingham TS23 1DA

9.960 Reviews

23 1

"I am very happy with the care my husband gets in the Barchester Briardene He is well cared for always clean and tidy . The staff are..."Read all 60 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 multi-disciplinary... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care

Mental Health Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Bryony Lodge Nursing Home

Leechmere Road, Sunderland SR2 9DJ

1082 Reviews

12 1

"This nurisng home is an outstanding place, the staff go beyond anything to make the residence feel at home my sister has a birthday whilst..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,250 / week52 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 occupancy... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Cheviot Court

63 Horsley Hill Square, South Shields NE34 6RF

9.862 Reviews

28 3

"I can only commend the home for looking after my mother. In particular the care and attention to detail when she had an incident. They..."Read all 62 reviews

from £1,410 / week73 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 are... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

Eden Cottage Care Home

37 Cobden Street, Darlington DL1 4JF

9.665 Reviews

36 2

"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

from £1,100 / week25 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
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Eothen Homes

1 Miller Way, off Station Road, Wallsend NE28 8EL

10113 Reviews

"The staff are fantastic! They create a warm friendly environment without fail. My Mam is so well looked after. Accomodation is always..."Read all 113 reviews

from £1,344 / week64 rooms

Group/Owner Eothen Homes Ltd

Eothen Homes - Wallsend provides an innovative model of care in which a person's quality of life is considered to be the home's main priority. Staff focus on promoting independence and well-being while... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Falstone Court Care Home

Cliffe Park, Whitburn Road, Roker, Sunderland SR6 9NQ

1080 Reviews

"My mum was at Falstone Court for just over 2 years. At first, it was difficult for Mum adjusting to a new home, with the great patience and..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,276 / week40 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Located close to the seafront in Roker, Sunderland, Falstone Court is a purpose-built care home with 40 beds offering residential dementia care. The extensively trained team will deliver all the specialist... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care

Grampian Court Care Home

Grampian Drive, Peterlee SR8 2LR

9.9227 Reviews

"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 / week57 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, welcoming... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

Grangewood

Chester Road, Shiney Row, Houghton le Spring DH4 4RB

9.866 Reviews

31 3

"Excellent care from all of the staff at Grangewood. Mam recently had a fractured hip + the care received was second to none...."Read all 66 reviews

from £1,250 / week50 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Grangewood is a bright and welcoming care home offering gold standard residential care for older people, including those living with dementia. The purpose-built care home is set in the village of Shiney... Read more

Older Person Care
Younger Adult Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

Hampton Manor

Gloucester Road, Delves Lane, Consett DH8 7FA

9.956 Reviews

23 1

"I would highly recommend Arlington Care Group for anyone looking for a nursing home for their family member or friend. Not only are the..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,450 / week55 rooms

Nestled in a serene neighbourhood, Hampton Manor presents a first class care home designed for older individuals seeking a harmonious blend of comfort, dignity, and independence. It's clear this establishment... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Hartford Court Care Home

Cumbrian Road, Cramlington NE23 1DA

9.9114 Reviews

8 1

"During the time my elderly father resided at this care home he was treated with such care, respect, dignity and compassion. A special thank..."Read all 114 reviews

from £1,428 / week75 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 Court... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Heatherdale

Grey House, South Broomhill, Morpeth NE65 9RT

9.872 Reviews

12 1

"All the staff at Heatherdale are amazing. The care, consideration, love, and compassion they have shown to my mam and all our family has..."Read all 72 reviews

from £1,099 / week36 rooms

Group/Owner Wellburn Care Homes Ltd

Heatherdale is a luxury residential care home, situated in the village of Broomhill in Morpeth. The beautiful home sits in private grounds, in the small, quiet village in the heart of Northumberland.... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Maple Lodge Care Home

Woolwich Road, Witherwack, Sunderland SR5 5SF

9.878 Reviews

12 1

"My mother stayed here for 2 weeks respite while family were on holiday. Mam was well cared for and enjoyed her time there especially the..."Read all 78 reviews

from £1,296 / week46 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Maple Lodge Care Home is located in Sunderland's Witherwack suburb and is close to shops, amenities, public transport and the A19. The Bridges Shopping Centre is just one mile away. This purpose built... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Mental Health Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Marigold Nursing Home

Leechmere Road, Sunderland SR2 9DJ

9.799 Reviews

12 2

"My Husband has been a resident in Marigold for nearly a month and I can not thank the team enough for the exemplary care they provide they..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,150 / week50 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 facility,... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Park House

2 Richmond Road, Oxbridge, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 4DS

9.980 Reviews

"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 / week18 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 home... Read more

Older Person Care
Younger Adult Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Park House Care Home

Park Lane, Guisborough TS14 6EP

9.9188 Reviews

"My mam has been in Park house for 3 years now, we visited other homes but the moment we entered Park house it just felt right and has been..."Read all 188 reviews

from £1,296 / week57 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 location... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Rose Lodge Care Home

Carers Way, Cobblers Lane, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE

9.564 Reviews

"My mother has been at rose lodge for several years now and suffers with dementia. I am so grateful for everything the staff do seeing my..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,485 / week54 rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

Welcome to Rose Lodge. Rose Lodge is a purpose-built care home built in 2003 and then extended in 2004 to incorporate its specialised Dementia unit. Located in Cobblers Lane the home is located less... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

The DurhamGate

Durham Gate, Spennymoor DL16 6GF

9.735 Reviews

10 1

"My mam has been a resident since July 2025 . Everything isn't perfect , what is in life ! Always room for improvement . This home has a..."Read all 35 reviews

from £1,360 / week66 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The DurhamGate in Spennymoor offers permanent residential care, dementia support, short-term respite services and palliative care. Professional staff provide continuous assistance tailored to individual... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

The Manor House Whickham

Banktop, Whickham, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16 4AT

9.862 Reviews

"My experience has been positive, and more importantly it has been for my mam. She was very nervous and reluctant to leave her home but was..."Read all 62 reviews

75 rooms

Group/Owner Hadrian Healthcare Ltd

The Manor House Whickham is registered for seventy-five adults, fully resourced and expertly staffed to carry out professional care provision, with a versatile outlook towards clients' requirements. The... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

The Willows

Woodside Resource Centre, Cavendish Road, Middlesbrough TS4 3EB

9.546 Reviews

18 3

"My wife marjorie is a resident at the willows the care is exerlent i can not fault any of staff from julie manageress 2 all the staff they..."Read all 46 reviews

from £1,360 / week60 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 been... Read more

Older Person Care
Respite Care
Permanent Care

Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care
Dementia Nursing Care