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 - Browse 27 Cumbria Best Care Homes / Nursing Homes (9.5+ Review Score)

Avg. Review Score 9.7 Total 1,402 Reviews

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Kendal Care Home
Burton Road, Kendal LA9 7JA 
9.8 101 reviews
Kendal Care Home, Kendal, Cumbria
"Thank you for the care and support you gave my mother during the last months of her life, it was greatly appreciated.…"   Read all 101 reviews
  • from £1,700 / week
  • 120 Rooms
Group/Owner Abbey Healthcare

Kendal Care Home focuses on great care, all delivered in a five star living environment; a home that residents can truly call their own. The team at is committed to providing both physical and ... Read more

Older Person Care Younger Adult Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Riverwell Beck Care Home
Durdar Road, Carlisle CA2 4SE 
9.8 68 reviews
Riverwell Beck Care Home, Carlisle, Cumbria
"We were visiting a friend who is a resident. Everywhere is clean and tidy, our friend is warm and comfortable, and commented that the food…"   Read all 68 reviews
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Mariposa

Formerly named Blackwell Vale - Riverwell Beck Care Home was renamed in June 2022 to celebrate its extensive refurbishment project, GOOD CQC rating (May 2022) and next chapter under the management of ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Harbour View Care Home
14A Bransty Road, Whitehaven CA28 6HA 
9.8 63 reviews
Harbour View Care Home, Whitehaven, Cumbria
"my sister in law received excellent care while in harbour view she was treated with dignity and respect and we couldn't fault any part of…"   Read all 63 reviews
  • from £1,258 / week
  • 50 Rooms
Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Harbour View Lodge is located in the town of Whitehaven and overlooks the harbour. The home is close to shops, amenities and public transport. This tastefully decorated purpose built home ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Croft Avenue Care Home
Wordsworth Street, Penrith CA11 7RJ 
9.8 73 reviews
Croft Avenue Care Home, Penrith, Cumbria
"A great visit - staff were warm & welcoming. We enjoyed sitting outside in the sun with views of Penrith beyond.…"   Read all 73 reviews
  • from £1,725 / week
  • 30 Rooms
Group/Owner PH Care Group

Located in a scenic area of Penrith, in the Lake District, Croft Avenue is an inviting converted care home offering residential care and support. The extensively trained team will deliver all the ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Amathea
Newlands Lane, Workington CA14 3JG 
9.7 51 reviews
Amathea, Workington, Cumbria
"Putting a parent into care is one of the hardest decisions daughter's will ever have to make but even within a short period of time to see…"   Read all 51 reviews
  • from £1,220 / week
  • 40 Rooms
Group/Owner MHA

Amathea provides residential, dementia and short-stay care for up to 40 residents in a purpose-designed home in the heart of Workington, Cumbria. Located close to local amenities and countryside, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Old Vicarage
Vicarage Lane, Allithwaite, Grange-over-Sands LA11 7QN 
9.7 27 reviews
The Old Vicarage, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
"Mum has been attending The Old Vicarage 2 days a week since November 2025 and loves it. The care home has a welcoming and homely feel. It…"   Read all 27 reviews
  • from £1,400 / week
  • 19 Rooms

The Old Vicarage is a family owned and managed residential care home that looks after people with physical frailties and in the various stages of dementia. There is a huge range of activities both ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Abbotsfield
373 Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness LA13 9JS 
9.7 27 reviews
Abbotsfield, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
"I like that there was always lots of activities. I enjoyed the company of the other residents and there was a nice atmosphere in the care…"   Read all 27 reviews
  • from £1,565 / week
  • 26 Rooms
Group/Owner PH Care Group

Abbotsfield Care Home was established in 1983 and is conveniently located on Abbey Road in Barrow-in-Furness. Abbotsfield Care Home is able to accommodate up to 26 residents, which allows the home ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Eden Manor Care Home
Langrigg Road, Carlisle CA2 6DT 
9.7 45 reviews
Eden Manor Care Home, Carlisle, Cumbria
"Eden Manor provided excellent care for my dear mother in law during her 26 month stay prior to her death The environment , the facilities…"   Read all 45 reviews
  • from £1,475 / week
  • 80 Rooms
Group/Owner Lovett Care Ltd

Located in Carlisle, Cumbria, Eden Manor is a bespoke, purpose-built care home offering residential, dementia, respite and end of life care. Their residential care is for individuals who may need ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Elmsfield House
Holme, Milnthorpe, Carnforth LA6 1RJ 
9.7 25 reviews
Elmsfield House, Carnforth, Cumbria
"My mother has been at Elmsfield House for a year and a half. I visit regularly and have always been impressed with the genuine compassion…"   Read all 25 reviews
  • from £1,200 / week
  • 25 Rooms

Elmsfield House is between Carnforth and Milnthorpe and is registered to support up to 25 individuals. Located within 5 minutes from junction 36 of the M6 motorway, set in landscaped grounds, with ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Greenlane House
Greenhill, Brampton CA8 1SU 
9.7 16 reviews
Greenlane House, Brampton, Cumbria
"Greenlane care home is the perfect place for my Mother. It gives us all peace of mind that she is being well cared. Everyday there is…"   Read all 16 reviews
  • from £1,695 / week
  • 40 Rooms
Group/Owner PH Care Group

Greenlane House Care Home is conveniently situated a few minutes walk from the small market town of Brampton, Carlisle. Brampton is approximately 9 miles east of Carlisle and has a lovely range of ... Read more

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

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Barchester Lanercost House Care Home
Berkeley Grange, Newtown Road, Carlisle CA2 7PW 
9.7 73 reviews
Barchester Lanercost House Care Home, Carlisle, Cumbria
"It became clear that my Dad was unsafe staying at home on his own, so as a family we decided that he should be admitted to Lanercost…"   Read all 73 reviews
  • from £1,616 / week
  • 79 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Located on a modern residential housing estate on the outskirts of Carlisle, Lanercost House offers easy access to local amenities with the Scottish Borders, Historic Carlisle and the beautiful Lake ... Read more

Older Person Care Younger Adult Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Riverside Court Care Home
31 Irish Street, Salmoor Way, Maryport CA15 8AZ 
9.6 47 reviews
Riverside Court Care Home, Maryport, Cumbria
"Riverside Court Care Home is an excellent home. My husband is treated with great kindness and respect. All the staff are friendly, caring…"   Read all 47 reviews
  • from £1,296 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Riverside Court Care Home is located in Maryport and is easily accessible to shops, amenities, and public transport. The beautiful Lake District is not far by car. This tastefully decorated ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
St George's Residential Home
St George's Road, Millom LA18 4JE 
9.6 24 reviews
St George's Residential Home, Millom, Cumbria
"My mother has used St Georges for respite care when we are away and cannot provide a backstop beyond visiting carers. St Georges has been…"   Read all 24 reviews
  • from £1,180 / week
  • 41 Rooms
Group/Owner Kirklands Care Ltd

St. George’s is a high quality home located in the centre of of Millom which exudes peace and tranquillity, whilst being immediately and conveniently adjacent to the town centre. The rooms are ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Heron Hill Care Home
Esthwaite Avenue, Kendal LA9 7SE 
9.6 86 reviews
Heron Hill Care Home, Kendal, Cumbria
"My wife has been at Heron Hill for more than two years now and I am very happy with her care. The management and staff are very attentive,…"   Read all 86 reviews
  • from £1,650 / week
  • 86 Rooms
Group/Owner Abbey Healthcare

At Heron Hill Care Home, the team take pride in a service that focuses on great care, all tailored to your loved one's needs. The Care Home is conveniently located in Kendal, an historic town ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Barchester Newlands Care Home
Newlands Park, Workington CA14 3NE 
9.6 62 reviews
Barchester Newlands Care Home, Workington, Cumbria
"I was really pleased with the care my mam received and all staff were nice and always friendly. Thank you.…"   Read all 62 reviews
  • from £1,228 / week
  • 54 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

In its central location in Workington, Newlands gets the best of both worlds; plenty of local amenities yet within easy reach of the beautiful Lake District and the scenic Solway Coast. This purpose ... Read more

Older Person Care Younger Adult Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
The Knells Country House
Houghton, Carlisle CA6 4JG 
9.6 18 reviews
The Knells Country House, Carlisle, Cumbria
"When we found my dad was struggling living alone in February this year, we had a look around several residential care homes in Carlisle.…"   Read all 18 reviews
  • from £1,125 / week
  • 24 Rooms
Group/Owner Horizon Residential Homes Ltd

The Knells House, with over 25 years’ experience in caring for older people, are proud to offer the highest standard of residential and dementia care in a warm and welcoming environment. They provide ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Inglewood (Cumbria) Ltd
139 Dalston Road, Carlisle CA2 5PG 
9.5 35 reviews
Inglewood (Cumbria) Ltd, Carlisle, Cumbria
"My mother-in-law has been at Inglewood for 18 months. The care she receives is outstanding. Unfortunately, she had to go into the hospital,…"   Read all 35 reviews
  • from £1,545 / week
  • 26 Rooms
Group/Owner PH Care Group

Located in Cumbria, Inglewood care home is a purpose built home offering residential care for the elderly. There are 24 rooms in total, with 13 of these offering en-suite facilities. Each room is ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Winters Park Care Home
Pategill, Penrith CA11 8RG 
9.5 68 reviews
Winters Park Care Home, Penrith, Cumbria
"Mum has been made very welcome. She has settled in nicely, is enjoying the meals, and is not having to cook for herself. Her room is lovely…"   Read all 68 reviews
  • from £1,782 / week
  • 41 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Winters Park Care Home, located in the historic market town of Penrith in the Lake District, provides personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The friendly and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Kingston Court Care Home
Newtown Road, Carlisle CA2 7JH 
9.5 119 reviews
Kingston Court Care Home, Carlisle, Cumbria
"He can be challenging at times but the staff are very good with him, patient and caring. They do their best to involve him in activities…"   Read all 119 reviews
  • 80 Rooms
Group/Owner Mariposa

Kingston Court Care Home is located on the outskirts of Carlisle. It is a three-story modern home offering nursing care, residential care, respite care and dementia support. Highly skilled ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Stobars Hall
Kirkby Stephen CA17 4HD 
9.5 34 reviews
Stobars Hall, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
"From our initial enquiry into availibity for my mother-in-law we were treated with compassion, friendly staff who talked us through 'what…"   Read all 34 reviews
  • from £1,575 / week
  • 38 Rooms
Group/Owner The Franklyn Group Ltd

Stobars Hall is located in the market town of Kirkby Stephen. The home is located in fourteen acres of woodland and has gardens that overlook the Eden Valley. The home has been developed to ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
East Croft Grange
Scaw Road, High Harrington, Workington CA14 4LY 
9.9 51 reviews
East Croft Grange, Workington, Cumbria
"Eastcroft Grange provides a very welcoming environment as soon as you enter the front door. The staff are caring and courteous, whatever…"   Read all 51 reviews
  • from £1,515 / week
  • 31 Rooms
Group/Owner Brancaster Care Homes Ltd

East Croft Grange provides tailored care packages within an environment organised to respect the personal freedoms of residents, as well as an active and interesting lifestyle. The aim of an ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Hames Hall
Gote Brow, Cockermouth CA13 0NN 
9.9 61 reviews
Hames Hall, Cockermouth, Cumbria
"I would 100% recommend Hames Hall to anyone looking for an exceptionally well run care home. The staff are kind, caring, professional and…"   Read all 61 reviews
  • from £1,250 / week
  • 25 Rooms
Group/Owner Curo Care Group Ltd

Situated just outside Cockermouth, Hames Hall is a beautifully restored Victorian country mansion, thoughtfully adapted to provide a comfortable and supportive care environment for older people. The ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
Cartmel Grange Nursing Home
Allithwaite Road, Grange-over-Sands LA11 7EL 
9.8 56 reviews
Cartmel Grange Nursing Home, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
"Everyone here has been so caring and kind to my father with his dementia and when he passed away. Nothing was too much trouble it is…"   Read all 56 reviews
  • from £1,580 / week
  • 73 Rooms
Group/Owner Brancaster Care Homes Ltd

Cartmel Grange Nursing Home offers a professional care team who are highly skilled to meet a wide range of needs within a magnificent building that has been purposely converted to support person ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Clarendon Grange Care Home
Main Road, Great Clifton, Workington CA14 1TR 
9.7 49 reviews
Clarendon Grange Care Home, Workington, Cumbria
"The managers took my mum to two hospital appointments which we could never get her to go to. This shows the trust and rapport build up…"   Read all 49 reviews
  • from £1,190 / week
  • 25 Rooms
Group/Owner Brancaster Care Homes Ltd

Clarendon Grange is a luxury residential home set in the peaceful location of Great Clifton Workington, ideal for adults aged 65 years and over with 24-hour residential care requirements or ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Chichester Hall
Dicktrod Lane, Skinburness, Wigton CA7 4QZ 
9.5 65 reviews
Chichester Hall, Wigton, Cumbria
"Staff are excellent care is 2nd to none. My only thing I feel is missing is a trip out now and again to town but I know this would mean a…"   Read all 65 reviews
  • from £1,250 / week
  • 20 Rooms
Group/Owner Curo Care Group Ltd

Situated in the heart of Cumbria, Chichester Hall offers a warm and welcoming residential care environment for up to twenty elderly residents, including those living with mental health conditions or ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Holly Bank
46 The Promenade, Arnside, Carnforth LA5 0AA 
9.5 26 reviews
Holly Bank, Carnforth, Cumbria
"As a family member, I couldn't be happier with the care my Mum receives. The staff at Hollybank are incredibly kind, friendly, and…"   Read all 26 reviews
  • from £900 / week
  • 31 Rooms
Group/Owner Pearlcare

Holly Bank is a homely accommodation from a provider with years of experience in providing professional care and positive lifestyle support. With the new management team, the care home has a new ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care