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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2026

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards North West England 2026


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2026 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

Argyle Park
9 Park Road, Southport PR9 9JB
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 45 reviews
Argyle Park, Southport, Merseyside
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"No complaints whatsoever. Home is always clean without any of the smells often associated with care homes. Any "accidents" are always…"  Read all 45 reviews
  • 31 Rooms
Group/Owner Dovehaven

Argyle Park delivers the very best of dementia residential care. The home is a purpose-built, three-storey building close to Hesketh Park and Southport town centre. Each of their residents receives ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Avonleigh Gardens
Clyde Street, Oldham OL1 4HT
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 117 reviews
Avonleigh Gardens, Oldham, Greater Manchester
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Wonderful, caring, thoughtful, dedicated staff, who always put the residents first. Thank you for taking care of Dad and being available…"  Read all 117 reviews
  • 59 Rooms
Group/Owner Dovehaven

Avonleigh Gardens Care Home is thoughtfully designed to promote the independence and dignity of its residents. Located within beautifully landscaped gardens near the vibrant town of Oldham, the ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Belong Wigan
Millers Lane, Platt Bridge, Wigan WN2 5DD
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 136 reviews
Belong Wigan, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Moving my mum to Belong was a very easy decision to make the facilities and staff make it feel like a new start for my mum, and within a…"  Read all 136 reviews
  • from £1,700 / week
  • 67 Rooms
Group/Owner Belong Ltd

Belong Wigan, the town’s hugely popular village in Millers Lane, offers outstanding facilities and support and a vibrant programme of community events. Belong households represent a radically ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Bradwell Court Residential Care Home
Bradwell Grove, Congleton CW12 3SA
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 96 reviews
Bradwell Court Residential Care Home, Congleton, Cheshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I recently had the opportunity to visit Bradwell Court Care Home, and I was impressed by the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are…"  Read all 96 reviews
  • from £1,212 / week
  • 27 Rooms
Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

Bradwell Court offers residential, dementia, and pre-bookable respite care in a warm, family-like setting, thanks to a devoted team - many with over 15 years’ service. The home features 27 spacious, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Brookview Care Home
Brook Lane, Alderley Edge SK9 7QG
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 106 reviews
Brookview Care Home, Alderley Edge, Cheshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I have been visiting my Sister regularly in Brookview Care Home since she was diagnosed with Dementia in October 25. It has been a…"  Read all 106 reviews
  • from £1,400 / week
  • 65 Rooms
Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

**Brookview is proud to have been recognised as one of the Top 20 Care Homes in North West England 2026** Situated a stone’s throw away from Alderley Edge, Brookview welcomes those with nursing, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Brunswick
2/4 Lord Street, Southport PR8 1QD
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 72 reviews
The Brunswick, Southport, Merseyside
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Always impressed that we are welcome to visit mum anytime which is very good for us as we live very far away . The staff have mum ready to…"  Read all 72 reviews
  • 58 Rooms
Group/Owner Dovehaven

Welcome to The Brunswick, a caring and homely environment that is proudly part of the Dovehaven group, located on Lord Street in Southport. The Brunswick provides residential care tailored to meet ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Cheadle Manor Care Home
177 Stockport Road, Cheadle SK8 2DP
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 65 reviews
Cheadle Manor Care Home, Cheadle, Greater Manchester
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My wife has been a resident at Cheadle manor for more than two years and has been very well looked after at all times. All the staff from…"  Read all 65 reviews
  • from £1,650 / week
  • 68 Rooms
Group/Owner Lovett Care Ltd

Cheadle Manor Care Home in Cheadle, is a welcoming, supportive home. Trained staff believe care home residents should get the care they need with dignity and respect. A wide range of social ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Connell Court
20/22 Weld Road, Southport PR8 2DL
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 103 reviews
Connell Court, Southport, Merseyside
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My mother lived at Connell Court for the best part of three years. I found the care and attention she received to be superb. Although I…"  Read all 103 reviews
  • from £942 / week
  • 37 Rooms

Connell Court offers warm and welcoming residential care for up to 37 residents in purpose-built, ensuite accommodation in beautiful Birkdale. The passionate team provides person-centred care in a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Cranford Grange
Barclay Park, Hall Lane, Mobberley, Knutsford WA16 7DZ
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 137 reviews
Cranford Grange, Knutsford, Cheshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Our mum was diagnosed with terminal cancer last summer and chose the safety of a care home rather than returning home. We were…"  Read all 137 reviews
  • from £1,795 / week
  • 117 Rooms
Group/Owner Care UK

Cranford Grange provides first-class residential, nursing and dementia care. Set in the countryside conservation area of Mobberley, the home has been recently refurbished to offer a stylish, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Daisy Nook House
Bamburgh Drive, Ashton-under-Lyne OL7 9SX
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 114 reviews
Daisy Nook House, Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My nanna has been a resident at Daidy Nook House for approx 2 months. We were very apprehensive at first, only because my nanna had always…"  Read all 114 reviews
  • from £985 / week
  • 40 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Daisy Nook House care home is nestled ideally within a peaceful area of Ashton-under-Lyne. As well as being equipped with the skill and knowledge to offer personalised residential and residential ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Dale Park Care Home
221 Meols Cop Road, Southport PR8 6JU
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 80 reviews
Dale Park Care Home, Southport, Merseyside
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Mum has lived in the Dale Park community since April 2024, both residential and nursing. The respective teams do a wonderful job,…"  Read all 80 reviews
  • from £1,108 / week
  • 54 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Dale Park care home, situated in Southport, Merseyside supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised dementia care. The friendly and newly-refurbished home is comprised of ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Dystlegh Grange
40 Jackson's Edge Road, Disley, Stockport SK12 2JL
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 26 reviews
Dystlegh Grange, Stockport, Cheshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My mother went to Dystlegh Grange for a couple of weeks respite with a view to permanent when required. She loved her time there!…"  Read all 26 reviews
  • from £1,500 / week
  • 40 Rooms

Dystlegh Grange is a care home offering residential care in Stockport. Staff are trained and experienced and offer care that is compassionate and tailored around the individual. The environment ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Grosvenor Manor Care Home
Hatchmere Drive, Great Boughton, Chester CH3 5SE
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 180 reviews
Grosvenor Manor Care Home, Chester, Cheshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"As well as providing excellent daily care Grosvenor Manor always ensures that significant moments are celebrated in an extra special way.…"  Read all 180 reviews
  • from £1,950 / week
  • 81 Rooms
Group/Owner Lovett Care Ltd

Grosvenor Manor Care Home is set in the heart of historic Chester and has a warm atmosphere and excellent reputation. Their staff provides support with personal care, daily tasks, and medication, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Keate House Residential Home
9 Brookfield Road, Lymm WA13 0QL
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 82 reviews
Keate House Residential Home, Lymm, Cheshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My father is very settled at Keate House. He has been a resident for over 4 years. He is well cared for and staff are kind, considerate and…"  Read all 82 reviews
  • from £1,145 / week
  • 54 Rooms

Keate House Residential Home is situated in the heart of Lymm, Cheshire, offering the highest quality residential, dementia, respite and day care services for adults over 65. Keate House is ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Langfield Care Home
Wood Street, Langley, Middleton, Manchester M24 5QH
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 74 reviews
Langfield Care Home, Manchester, Greater Manchester
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"We had 3 traumatic & unsettled care home placements & up to 200 care home refusals before we luckily found Langfield for Dad, from the…"  Read all 74 reviews
  • 54 Rooms
Group/Owner Orchard Care Homes

Situated in Middleton, Langfield Care Home is a warm and welcoming care home that provides residential care, dementia care, and short-term respite care. Langfield Care Home is equipped with 54 ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Madison Court Care Home
Madison Close, Parr, St Helens WA9 3RW
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 90 reviews
Madison Court Care Home, St Helens, Merseyside
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"We as a family would like to say a huge thank you to Bernie, Jeanette, Joan and all the team. I knew from the first phone call with Bernie…"  Read all 90 reviews
  • from £1,161 / week
  • 66 Rooms
Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Madison Court Care Home is a modern care home that is dedicated to providing care in general nursing care, residential dementia and dementia nursing. The home has three floors with 66 rooms that ... Read more

Older Person CareYounger Adult Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Millfield
Huddersfield Road, Waterhead, Oldham OL4 3NN
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 127 reviews
Millfield, Oldham, Greater Manchester
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My mum originally went to Millfield for respite care but is now a permanent resident. Her room is lovely and light, and new furniture was…"  Read all 127 reviews
  • from £1,300 / week
  • 38 Rooms
Group/Owner Anchor

Millfield, located in Oldham and operated by Anchor, is a care home providing residential and dementia care. The home welcomes new residents. Millfield is proud to have achieved Veteran Friendly ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Park Lane Care Home
7-9 Park Lane, Congleton CW12 3DN
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 105 reviews
Park Lane Care Home, Congleton, Cheshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I don't get to see my friend as I'm retired and live in the Midlands. When I visited my friend before Christmas he looked really well and…"  Read all 105 reviews
  • from £1,200 / week
  • 42 Rooms
Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Park Lane Care Home is a wonderfully bright and cheerful home in the historic market town of Congleton, which is within easy driving distance of Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent and on the main railway ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Pennystone Court
28 Handsworth Road, Blackpool FY1 2RQ
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.9 69 reviews
Pennystone Court, Blackpool, Lancashire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"What a difference a year makes! This time last year I was desperate to find a loving care home for my sister. After many searches within…"  Read all 69 reviews
  • from £1,007 / week
  • 36 Rooms
Group/Owner MHA

Located in a quiet neighbourhood of Blackpool, Pennystone Court provides residential, dementia and short-stay care for up to 36 residents in a vibrant and award-winning home. Just a short stroll from ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Wilmslow Manor Care Home
51 Handforth Road, Wilmslow SK9 2LX
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 87 reviews
Wilmslow Manor Care Home, Wilmslow, Cheshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Care and help to my husband and the family was second to none. Thank you for a great stay among such lovely people. Room was perfect, food…"  Read all 87 reviews
  • from £1,750 / week
  • 66 Rooms
Group/Owner Lovett Care Ltd

Wilmslow Manor Care Home in Cheshire provides a caring, friendly home. With trained staff and dignified care, residents get the support they need. The care home organises art workshops, ... Read more

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