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carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Care Home Awards

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards South 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
Barchester Parley Place Care Home
300 Christchurch Road, West Parley, Ferndown BH22 8SL
Barchester Parley Place Care Home Award Certificate9.941 Reviews
Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Barchester Parley Place Care Home Award Certificate
Barchester Parley Place Care Home
"Parley Place newly, purpose built care home with good facilities and the interior is tastefully and smartly decorated. The en-suite rooms..."Read all 41 reviews

from £1,695 / weekSize 68 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Parley Place Care Home has been specifically designed to provide high-quality residential care to older people, including those individuals living with dementia. The home's specialist Memory Lane Community... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home
1 Hoyal Road, Poole BH15 4HY
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home Award Certificate10115 Reviews
Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home Award Certificate
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home
"Staying here for 1 week respite after operation I found it helped me get on my feet. Everyone was so kind and helpful which made my stay so..."Read all 115 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 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, Upton... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Bourne View
Bourne View, Langside Avenue, Poole BH12 5BN
Bourne View Award Certificate1095 Reviews
Bourne View
Bourne View Award Certificate
Bourne View
"Booked two weeks respite care after total knee replacement - best idea I've ever had - I live on my own although I have a wonderful partner..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,588 / weekSize 68 rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Set beside the natural surroundings of Talbot Heath, Bourne View brings together contemporary design, attentive hospitality and expert residential and nursing care in a home unlike any other. Light-filled... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Branksome Heights Nursing Home
44 Branksome Wood Road, Bournemouth BH4 9LA
Branksome Heights Nursing Home Award Certificate9.9134 Reviews
Branksome Heights Nursing Home
Branksome Heights Nursing Home Award Certificate
Branksome Heights Nursing Home
"We are delighted with the care that my brother is receiving at Branksome Heights. There is a lovely atmosphere at the Home and everyone is..."Read all 134 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Branksome Heights Nursing Home is a Nursing and Residential home for people who demand the finest environment for quality care in the Bournemouth and Dorset areas. Architects have come up with a design... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Dove Court
Seaton Down Hill, Seaton EX12 2JD
Dove Court Award Certificate10103 Reviews
Doveleigh Care Ltd
Dove Court Award Certificate
Dove Court
"Lovely home, like a little seaside boutique hotel, caring staff, lots to do for residents would highly recommend it..."Read all 103 reviews

from £1,295 / weekSize 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 team... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
Dove Lodge
79/81 Salterton Road, Exmouth EX8 2EW
Dove Lodge Award Certificate1026 Reviews
Dove Lodge
Dove Lodge Award Certificate
Dove Lodge
"Our Dad was a resident at Dove Lodge Care Home in Exmouth, and from even before he moved in, both he and our family were made to feel so..."Read all 26 reviews

from £1,449 / weekSize 31 rooms

Group/Owner Doveleigh Care Ltd

Dove Lodge Care Home is an aesthetically linked pair of villas located in the seaside town of Exmouth, featuring a spacious garden and plenty of parking space. Each room is equipped with private en-suite... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Doveridge Care Home
South Street, Colyton EX24 6PS
Doveridge Care Home Award Certificate1073 Reviews
Doveleigh Care Ltd
Doveridge Care Home Award Certificate
Doveridge Care Home
"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 73 reviews

from £1,547 / weekSize 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 on... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Harbour Rise
18 Roundham Road, Paignton TQ4 6DN
Harbour Rise Award Certificate10189 Reviews
Harbour Rise
Harbour Rise Award Certificate
Harbour Rise
"Mum has moved into restbite care at Harbour rise due to having an operatio She is unable to come home to Her Husband having dementia and..."Read all 189 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 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 experienced... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Heathland House
405 Wimborne Road East, Ferndown BH22 9LZ
Heathland House Award Certificate1044 Reviews
Cinnamon Care Collection
Heathland House Award Certificate
Heathland House
"The management and staff are extremely caring, friendly and professional. The whole place has a lovely atmosphere as soon as you walk in...."Read all 44 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 73 rooms

Group/Owner Cinnamon Care Collection

Heathland House in Ferndown, Dorset, is a luxury care home offering exceptional residential, dementia and respite care within elegant surroundings. As part of Cinnamon Care Collection, recognised by carehome.co.uk... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Ladden View
Fletcher Road, Yate, Bristol BS37 7NZ
Ladden View Award Certificate1030 Reviews
Care UK
Ladden View Award Certificate
Ladden View
"My mother required respite care. The staff and care team were very warm and caring. The facilities were excellent clean and accessible. The..."Read all 30 reviews

from £1,695 / weekSize 75 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Located in Yate, Ladden View is a purpose-built care home offering high-quality residential, dementia, and respite care in luxurious surroundings. The award-winning care home is famed for its architecture... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Marjorie House
1 Crichel Mount Road, Poole BH14 8LT
Marjorie House Award Certificate1028 Reviews
Marjorie House
Marjorie House Award Certificate
Marjorie House
"Marjorie House has been wonderful for my mother, who has lived there since October 2024. She has been cared for with kindness,..."Read all 28 reviews

Size 50 rooms

Group/Owner Care South

Welcome to Marjorie House – a Care South home for residential care. Marjorie House provides outstanding care within a fabulous environment and stunning views over Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island. Purpose-built... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Mead Field Manor
Derek Mead Way, Weston-super-Mare BS29 6FH
Mead Field Manor Award Certificate1021 Reviews
Care UK
Mead Field Manor Award Certificate
Mead Field Manor
"I am so pleased I found Mead Field Manor. Mum was starting to struggle on her own and after a couple of hospital admissions and an initial..."Read all 21 reviews

from £1,538 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Mead Field Manor is a warm, welcoming care home in Banwell, offering 24-hour residential and dementia care, plus short-term respite stays and compassionate end-of-life support. A caring and well-trained... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Newstone House
Stourcastle, Sturminster Newton DT10 1FF
Newstone House Award Certificate10126 Reviews
Newstone House
Newstone House Award Certificate
Newstone House
"This home has been excellent in every way. The care is constant, with the staff always freindley, all with so much patience...."Read all 126 reviews

from £1,433 / weekSize 62 rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Set in the historic market town of Sturminster Newton, Newstone House brings together residential, nursing and dementia care within a home designed to adapt to people's changing needs. Thoughtfully arranged... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Oakhaven Residential Care Home
136-140 Hales Road, Cheltenham GL52 6TB
Oakhaven Residential Care Home Award Certificate1060 Reviews
Oakhaven Residential Care Home
Oakhaven Residential Care Home Award Certificate
Oakhaven Residential Care Home
"I felt secure and happy to stay here as long as necessary. Pleasant day time & evening arrangements. The staff are helpful & obliging at..."Read all 60 reviews

from £1,523 / weekSize 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 staff... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
Ridgeway Rise Care Home
40 Richardson Road, Blunsdon St Andrew, Swindon SN25 4DS
Ridgeway Rise Care Home Award Certificate9.998 Reviews
Ridgeway Rise Care Home
Ridgeway Rise Care Home Award Certificate
Ridgeway Rise Care Home
"Mum has settled in well as only been here three weeks. The staff we have met have been welcoming and encouraged Mum to join in the daily..."Read all 98 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 73 rooms

Ridgeway Rise is a purpose-built care home that offers nursing, residential, dementia and respite care. Home is where you cherish your memories and safekeep those special moments. Your home is where... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Rossetti House
Welshmill Lane, Frome BA11 2AA
Rossetti House Award Certificate9.9151 Reviews
Rossetti House
Rossetti House Award Certificate
Rossetti House
"As soon as you walk through the doors, you are made to feel very welcome. All the staff are caring, friendly, helpful & very professional...."Read all 151 reviews

from £1,813 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Rossetti House is a luxury care home providing residential, nursing and dementia care on a respite or permanent basis. The skilled team works with residents to create a personalised programme of care,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Firs Residential Home
33 West Hill, Budleigh Salterton EX9 6AE
The Firs Residential Home Award Certificate9.994 Reviews
Buckland Care Ltd
The Firs Residential Home Award Certificate
The Firs Residential Home
"My mum has been in residential home for about 18 months. Before Mum went to the house her anxiety level was through the roof. The staff at..."Read all 94 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 38 rooms

Group/Owner Buckland Care Ltd

Set in a peaceful location with leafy gardens and light-filled spaces, The Firs offers more than just a place to live – it’s a place to feel at ease. Residents can relax in the comfortable lounge, share... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Tudor Lodge
8 Brightstowe Road, Burnham-on-Sea TA8 2HW
Tudor Lodge Award Certificate9.951 Reviews
Tudor Lodge
Tudor Lodge Award Certificate
Tudor Lodge
"Tudor Lodge is simply The Best!! Chris and his whole team are truly dedicated in every way to caring for their residents. We could not..."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,375 / weekSize 28 rooms

Tudor Lodge Residential Home has been family run since 1995 and is registered for the care of 28 residents. The home aims to provide a warm welcoming atmosphere for people who may need professional... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection
16/18 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection Award Certificate10301 Reviews
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection Award Certificate
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection
"My friend has been staying in this care home for over 18 months. Ruth is so happy to be at Westbourne Towers (WT) and adores everything..."Read all 301 reviews

from £1,550 / weekSize 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 are available for respite stays... Read more

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