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Care Homes / Nursing Homes with a 2025 carehome.co.uk Award in Dorset

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10 Dorset Care Homes / Nursing Homes with a 2025 carehome.co.uk Award

Avg. Review Score 9.9 Total 604 Reviews

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Newstone House

Stourcastle, Sturminster Newton DT10 1FF 

10 119 reviews
"My mother is being looked after with immense kindness and expertise. Staff are unfailingly cheerful and professional and always have time…"   Read all 119 reviews
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Newstone House is located in the ancient market town of Sturminster Newton and comprises of six house groups over three floors. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the… Read more about Newstone House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 62 Rooms
  • from £1,433 / week
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home

1 Hoyal Road, Poole BH15 4HY 

10 107 reviews
"Our Dad has been at Upton Bay recently. We visit very regularly. Dad has always been clean, impeccably dressed is very well cared for. The…"   Read all 107 reviews

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 Bay provides a luxurious and welcoming environment… Read more about Barchester Upton Bay Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 68 Rooms
  • from £1,589 / week
Marjorie House

1 Crichel Mount Road, Poole BH14 8LT 

10 23 reviews
"I couldn't have happier knowing my mum is being cared for by the wonderful people of Marjorie House. Truly the kindest most accommodating…"   Read all 23 reviews
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 in the style of Art Deco to complement… Read more about Marjorie House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 50 Rooms
Barchester Parley Place Care Home

300 Christchurch Road, West Parley, Ferndown BH22 8SL 

10 33 reviews
"Having used the home for respite for almost since opening, mummy is once again in their care. They are extremely caring and compassionate,…"   Read all 33 reviews

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 utilises a careful blend of skills and techniques… Read more about Barchester Parley Place Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 68 Rooms
  • from £1,695 / week
Seabourne House Care Home

1 Clifton Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 3NZ 

9.9 67 reviews
"My Aunty has been at Seabourne House for some time now. The care and attention she receives are outstanding. The staff are kind and patient…"   Read all 67 reviews
Group/Owner Luxurycare Group

Seabourne House Care Home underwent a thorough inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and was awarded an 'Outstanding' rating in January 2018, placing it among the top 2 per cent of care homes in the UK. Following this commendation, Seabourne… Read more about Seabourne House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 48 Rooms
  • from £1,300 / week
Barchester Hyacinth House

179-181 Wimborne Road, Stapehill, Wimborne Minster BH21 2DJ 

9.9 38 reviews
"The most welcoming home that I have personally experienced. Staff go over & beyond what they need to do both for the Residents & the…"   Read all 38 reviews

Hyacinth House Care Home in Stapehill, Wimborne offers residential and respite care that is tailored to the needs of the individual. The care home offers a warm and friendly environment with staff that are experienced and compassionate. When you… Read more about Barchester Hyacinth House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 32 Rooms
  • from £1,589 / week
Branksome Park Care Centre

17 Mornish Road, Poole, Poole BH13 7BY 

9.9 39 reviews
"I live at Branksome Park Care Centre and the home is really good. I would say it's excellent really. No complaints.…"   Read all 39 reviews
Group/Owner Luxurycare Group

Located in Poole, Branksome Park Care Centre is a specialised facility that focuses on helping people with neurological conditions like spinal injury, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, and motor neurone disease. They also provide… Read more about Branksome Park Care Centre

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 59 Rooms
  • from £1,600 / week
Regency Manor Residential & Nursing Home

16/17 Blair Avenue, Lower Parkstone, Poole BH14 0DA 

9.9 88 reviews
"This is a review for the care given to my mother Hazel. She is new to Regency Manor but since being in Regency Manor her dementia symptoms…"   Read all 88 reviews
Group/Owner Luxurycare Group

Regency Manor presents itself as a contemporary and luxurious care home situated in the tranquil residential neighbourhood of Lower Parkstone, conveniently positioned between the charming coastal towns of Poole and Bournemouth. The esteemed care home… Read more about Regency Manor Residential & Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 69 Rooms
  • from £1,300 / week
Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home

Bradford Road, Sherborne DT9 6EX 

9.9 49 reviews
"Trinity Manor Sherborne go above and beyond in making their residents feel special. This is just like a 5 star hotel. The decor is very…"   Read all 49 reviews

Dedicated staff members at Trinity Manor provide high-quality residential care for older people who would benefit from additional care and support in a warm and friendly environment. Trinity Manor has a dedicated Memory Lane community that specialises… Read more about Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 64 Rooms
  • from £1,900 / week
Aranlaw House Care Home

26 Tower Road, Poole BH13 6HZ 

9.8 41 reviews
"Aranlaw is the 5th placement for my brother in 2 1/2 years. Prior to admission the manager + deputy were very professional, listening to…"   Read all 41 reviews
Group/Owner Luxurycare Group

Welcome to Aranlaw House, the distinguished care home nestled in the heart of Bournemouth & Poole, renowned for its expertise in mental health and dementia care. They take immense pride in their 'outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC)… Read more about Aranlaw House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • 47 Rooms

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