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Avg. Review Score 9.5 Total 5,231 Reviews

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Bourne View

Bourne View, Langside Avenue, Poole BH12 5BN 

10 88 reviews
"Mum has been looked after wonderfully the care & service has been superb; we could not have chosen a better home & out thanks to ev…"   Read all 88 reviews
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Enjoy luxury facilities coupled with 24-hour, top-quality care from highly trained, friendly and attentive staff at Bourne View. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the… Read more about Bourne View

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • 68 Rooms
  • from £1,511 / week
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 £1,638 / week
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection

16/18 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR 

10 286 reviews
"The care and help is extremely good and all the staff are very attentive. I feel that Mary is in the best possible environment for her…"   Read all 286 reviews

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 dedicated to respite stays following a hospital visit or when your carer is on holiday.… Read more about Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • 114 Rooms
  • from £1,450 / 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
Branksome Heights Nursing Home

44 Branksome Wood Road, Bournemouth BH4 9LA 

10 131 reviews
"My mother has been at Branksome Heights since September 2025 and her care has been first class. All the staff have treated her with…"   Read all 131 reviews

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 that combines simple elegance with modern comfort. Explore… Read more about Branksome Heights Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 47 Rooms
  • from £1,599 / week
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
Heathland House

405 Wimborne Road East, Ferndown BH22 9LZ 

10 39 reviews
"We have never regretted choosing Heathland House for my father who, at 97, could no longer look after himself safely. The home is well…"   Read all 39 reviews

Heathland House in Ferndown, Dorset, is a luxury care home offering exceptional care and an outstanding lifestyle for its residents. It is part of the Cinnamon Luxury Care group, a trusted and award-winning provider dedicated to great design and outstanding… Read more about Heathland 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
  • 73 Rooms
  • from £1,675 / 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
Southbourne Beach Care Home - Avery Collection

42 Belle Vue Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 3DS 

9.9 175 reviews
"We're very grateful for the excellent care that Dad has received at Southbourne Beach Care Home. Morgyn is an excellent manager, nothing is…"   Read all 175 reviews

Southbourne Beach is located a short walk from the sea front and its excellent beaches, perfect for a refreshing walk or for some fresh sea air. The home attracts residents and their families from all over the wider Dorset area, including Christchurch,… Read more about Southbourne Beach Care Home - Avery Collection

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 104 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / 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
Verwood House Care Home

42 Ringwood Road, Verwood BH31 7AH 

9.9 61 reviews
"After being diagnosed with Alzheimers several years ago it was decided for wife to go into Verwood House for a period of respite. I was…"   Read all 61 reviews

Situated in the picturesque town of Verwood, on the edge of the New Forest, Verwood House is an award-winning care home within a stunning environment offering residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short breaks. Within the boutique care… Read more about Verwood House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 42 Rooms
  • from £1,595 / week
The Aldbury

672/674 Ringwood Road, Parkstone, Poole BH12 4NA 

9.9 107 reviews
"I cannot fault the love & care my Dad received from all the staff at Aldbury. He was only with them for a short while before he passed,…"   Read all 107 reviews
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Experience the warmth and care of this friendly, relaxing care home whilst making new friends. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the opportunity for gentle gardening… Read more about The Aldbury

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 55 Rooms
  • from £1,731 / week
Magna Care Centre

Arrowsmith Road, Canford Magna, Wimborne Minster BH21 3BQ 

9.9 147 reviews
"From the receptionists to the manager, care staff and nurses and the activities supporter I cannot fault Magna Care Home. Placing any…"   Read all 147 reviews
Group/Owner Aria Care

Magna Care Centre is an attractive Mediterranean style building located within a beautiful conservation area. It offers the highest levels of specialist nursing, dementia and residential care including trial stays, short stays, convalescent care and… Read more about Magna Care Centre

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 69 Rooms
  • from £1,593 / week
Barchester Moors Manor Care Home

243 Ringwood Road, St Leonards/St Ives, Ringwood BH24 2DW 

9.9 46 reviews
"My husband came to Moors Manor in 2024 and from the start he has been treated with care and dignity. The staff could not have been more…"   Read all 46 reviews

Moors Manor Care Home has been specifically designed to provide high-quality residential and nursing care to older people, including those individuals living with dementia. The home's specialist Memory Lane Community utilises a careful blend of skills… Read more about Barchester Moors Manor Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 66 Rooms
  • from £1,551 / week
Barchester Kings Park Care Home

14 Church Road, Ferndown BH22 9EU 

9.9 43 reviews
"The home is very comfortable & freshly decoratedrn theme and facilities. - Shower, T.V. and large window the food is good fresh option for…"   Read all 43 reviews

This beautiful purpose-built home provides high-quality residential care to older people, including those living with dementia. The 24-hour care is provided in a warm, welcoming environment, with delicious meals, daily activities, and a choice of therapeutic… Read more about Barchester Kings Park Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • 68 Rooms
  • from £1,672 / week
Selwood House Care Home

Chestnut Road, Charlton Down, Dorchester DT2 9FN 

9.9 22 reviews
"Janice (the patient) and I (her visiting husband) were so impressed by the quality of care she received. The carers, mainly young men, were…"   Read all 22 reviews
Group/Owner Country Court

Designed to be a real home-from-home for residents, Selwood House provides a luxury lifestyle, enabling people to continue living life the way they choose, with the added benefit of having company and no chores. A new setting, situated in Charlton… Read more about Selwood 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
  • 85 Rooms
  • from £1,650 / week
Ashley Court Care Home

6/10 St Peters Road, Ashley Cross, Poole BH14 0PA 

9.8 208 reviews
"Kind, caring approachable staff at all levels, residents well looked after, always looking clean + healthy, lots of activities for the…"   Read all 208 reviews

Ashley Court, located in the lovely coastal town of Poole, is a friendly and caring residential home that offers a comfortable and peaceful environment. With the seaside close by and plenty of local attractions, Ashley Court is perfect for those who… Read more about Ashley Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 60 Rooms
  • from £1,750 / week
Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home

Bradford Road, Sherborne DT9 6EX 

9.8 48 reviews
"Dad has been at Trinity Manor for just over one week and we could not be more delighted with his care. He has settled in so well. The food…"   Read all 48 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
Canford Chase

40 Western Road, Branksome Park, Poole BH13 6EU 

9.8 90 reviews
"My mother moved into Canford Chase in November 2025. This was a massive upheaval for her after 50 years in her own home. The staff were…"   Read all 90 reviews
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Canford Chase is situated in the select area of Branksome Park and is within easy reach of the award-winning beaches of Poole and Bournemouth. Set in a secluded peaceful garden, it offers five-star luxury accommodation for fifty-two residents. Residents… Read more about Canford Chase

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 55 Rooms
  • from £1,414 / week
Queensmount Care Home

18 Queens Park West Drive, Bournemouth BH8 9DA 

9.8 189 reviews
"Queensmount Care Home is an excellent place that makes all residents feel prioritised, and well-looked after. Personal needs are met…"   Read all 189 reviews
Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Recently rated Outstanding (August 2022) for a second time in a row and one of a handful of homes to be rated Outstanding in all areas across England, Queensmount offers a range of short and long stay residential and nursing care plans including day… Read more about Queensmount Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 49 Rooms
  • from £1,470 / week
Alexandra House

88a Alexandra Road, Parkstone, Poole BH14 9EW 

9.8 106 reviews
"I've been visiting Alexandra House for past two years on a weekly basis. I am so very impressed with the kind and caring staff. Every time…"   Read all 106 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

In the heart of Parkstone, Poole, Alexandra House is a safe and comfortable residential and dementia care home. This newly rebuilt home offers a pleasant and peaceful setting and a home-from-home atmosphere. Alexandra House provides an environment… Read more about Alexandra House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 58 Rooms
  • from £1,700 / week
St James' Park Care Home

Higher Street, Bradpole, Bridport DT6 3EU 

9.8 111 reviews
"I experience caring and friendship with respect from all staff. Nurses and doctors are attentive to maintaining and restoring health and…"   Read all 111 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Offering residential and nursing care, St James' Park Care Home, located in the charming village of Bradpole, near Bridport on the beautiful Jurassic Coast, is a friendly and welcoming care home offering a home-from-home environment. Each member… Read more about St James' Park Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 31 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / week
Fern Brook Lodge

Fern Brook Lane, Gillingham SP8 4QD 

9.8 73 reviews
"I enjoy living at Fern Brook Lodge. The staff and management are so friendly and helpful. I enjoy the activities and made some wonderful…"   Read all 73 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Fern Brook Lodge in Gillingham, Dorset is a friendly, warm and welcoming residential home, where residents living with dementia are treated with dignity and respect. Individuals enjoy a safe, caring environment with all the home comforts and 24-hour… Read more about Fern Brook Lodge

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 75 Rooms
  • from £1,445 / week
Zetland Court

106-128 Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth BH4 8HU 

9.8 94 reviews
"A dear friend of mine has recently moved into Red Admiral View. The staff, in particular the manager Sue, have gone out of their way to…"   Read all 94 reviews

Built in the 1840s, this magnificent house was redesigned and refurbished in the early 1980s. It is situated in its own grounds, a short walk from the beach in a peaceful area of Westbourne, near Bournemouth. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and… Read more about Zetland Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 66 Rooms
  • from £1,550 / week
The Potteries

187 York Road, Broadstone BH18 8ES 

9.8 146 reviews
"Mum spent almost five years at the Potteries. We felt very lucky to have found such a modern, clean, family friendly care home. There are…"   Read all 146 reviews
Group/Owner Care UK

The Potteries is a luxury, purpose-built care home in Broadstone. The team provides expert residential, dementia and nursing care for respite and permanent residents. They also offer compassionate end of life care. A short drive from the seaside of… Read more about The Potteries

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 80 Rooms
  • from £1,645 / week
St Ives House

Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2EE 

9.8 113 reviews
"St Ives provides a home from home environment with care and support. The staff are all wonderful and committed to treating residents with…"   Read all 113 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

St Ives House is a beautiful residential and dementia care home at Ashley Heath near Ringwood. The home provides a warm and relaxed environment in an attractive sylvan setting, and has been carefully designed to provide comfort and convenience for… Read more about St Ives House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 60 Rooms
  • from £1,825 / week
Kingland House Residential Home

24 - 30 Kingland Road, Poole BH15 1TP 

9.8 63 reviews
"When it became too much for mum to manage at home and needed to move into care, we looked around several care homes which all seemed okay…"   Read all 63 reviews

Just a short walk from Poole Park and close to the town centre, Kingland House offers residential care in a friendly and homely setting. With the seaside charm of Sandbanks and Poole Quay nearby, the location combines peaceful living with strong community… Read more about Kingland House Residential Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 44 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / week
Upton Manor Care Home

1 Dorchester Road, Upton, Poole BH16 5NJ 

9.8 56 reviews
"Mum called Upton Manor her home during the final months of her life, moving in there at short notice following a hospital stay. All the…"   Read all 56 reviews

Rated Good in all areas by the Care Quality Commission (August 2021), Upton Manor is a stunning luxury care home offering an exceptional level of care in spectacular surroundings. Part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes, who were awarded Residential… Read more about Upton Manor Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 67 Rooms
  • from £1,500 / week
Wickmeads

Wickmeads Road, Tuckton, Bournemouth BH6 4LG 

9.8 73 reviews
"Dad moved into Wickmeads in Sept 2024 after loosing his wife of 50 years. He spent 15 months in a comfortable, clean, friendly home where…"   Read all 73 reviews
Group/Owner Care South

Wickmeads is a charming, purpose-built residential and dementia care home, located close to the picturesque River Stour in Tuckton, Southbourne. The home offers a pleasant and peaceful setting, a warm welcome and a home-from-home atmosphere. Residents… Read more about Wickmeads

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 50 Rooms
  • from £1,700 / week
Fernhill

122 Ringwood Road, Longham, Ferndown BH22 9AW 

9.8 100 reviews
"Fernhill is a wonderful care home. The staff are so caring and helpful, not only to my wife but to me as well. There is always a friendly…"   Read all 100 reviews
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Experience the warmth and care of these friendly, relaxing care homes whilst making new friends. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the opportunity for gentle gardening… Read more about Fernhill

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 58 Rooms
  • from £1,732 / week