Private Care Homes / Nursing Homes in and around Alford (Somerset)

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Browse 20 Alford (Somerset) Private Care Homes / Nursing Homes

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Total 710 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,361 per week

Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home

Fairfield, Bristol Road, Sherborne DT9 4HG

9.6 miles from centre of Alford

9.997 Reviews

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"Abby View looked after my wife for over a year. They were excellent with her care and were also very friendly to me,..."Read all 97 reviews

from £1,376 / weekSize 52 rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

For almost 30 years, Abbey View has provided residential and nursing care in the historic Dorset town of Sherborne. Just a short walk from the town's abbey, shops and cafés, the home enjoys a setting... Read more

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Elliscombe House

Higher Holton, Wincanton BA9 8EA

5.4 miles from centre of Alford

9.932 Reviews

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"Absolutely amazing care home, the staff were kind and compassionate, it was clean with a fantastic menu, laundry staff were great and..."Read all 32 reviews

from £1,650 / weekSize 35 rooms

A luxury home providing residential & nursing care in an elegant country setting Situated in the South East of Somerset, almost on the borders of Dorset and Wiltshire, Elliscombe House is central to... Read more

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The Elms

Yeovil Marsh, Yeovil BA21 3QG

9.2 miles from centre of Alford

9.874 Reviews

"Excellent manager, hard working and caring. Family member has a lot of problems. Dementia, Parkinson's. Cannot walk, hardly able to speak..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 28 rooms

The Elms has been awarded Residential Care Home of the Year for South West England 2025 by Prestige Awards. The Elms is grateful for being recognised for the exceptional service and staff provided.... Read more

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St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

29 Benedict Street, Glastonbury BA6 9NB

7.9 miles from centre of Alford

9.836 Reviews

"My Dad spent his final months at St Benedicts in late 2025/early 2026 and the care he received was fantastic. He was treated kindly and..."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,550 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner White Care Group

St Benedict's Nursing Home provides residential, nursing and dementia nursing care within two separate units. The vicarage is the nursing and residential care facility and for those with nursing needs... Read more

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Barchester Crandon Springs Care Home

Glastonbury Road, Wells BA5 1WE

8.8 miles from centre of Alford

9.663 Reviews

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"Mum has been a resident at Crandon Springs for the last 5 years, latterly upstairs in the dementia unit. Two of her oldest friends came to..."Read all 63 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 64 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Crandon Springs Care Home is able to offer residential, respite and dementia care for older individuals. The dedicated team provides high-quality care based on each individual resident's... Read more

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The Glen Care Home

Shapway Lane, Evercreech, Shepton Mallet BA4 6JS

5.2 miles from centre of Alford

9.654 Reviews

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"Very friendly home with lovely staff. Always made to feel welcome when visiting. Individual care given to residents and kept fully informed..."Read all 54 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 52 rooms

The Glen Care Home is a 52-bed nursing home , for those over 65, with a very homely atmosphere and plenty of personal attention. The home offers nursing and residential care in a friendly and relaxed... Read more

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The Cyder Barn Ltd

The Cyder Barn, Glastonbury Road, West Pennard, Glastonbury BA6 8NH

5.3 miles from centre of Alford

9.238 Reviews

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"When looking for a Care home for mum we visited many places. We immediately liked the homely feel of The Cyder Barn and the welcoming..."Read all 38 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 40 rooms

The Cyder Barn Ltd is a 40 bedded accommodation, employing a team of carers who are dedicated to achieving a high standard of care within a friendly and secure atmosphere. The home is committed to... Read more

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St Cecilia Care Home Ltd

1 Hitchen Lane, Shepton Mallet BA4 5TZ

6.9 miles from centre of Alford

9.016 Reviews

"I have power of attorney for a friend and had to put her into care nov 2025,it was emotionally exhausting , the manager was so..."Read all 16 reviews

Size 17 rooms

Group/Owner White Care Group

St. Cecilia Care Home is a specialised residential care home caring for residents with residential dementia care needs. They are a locally owned, family business. A short distance from the centre of Shepton... Read more

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The Bridles Care Home

Dykes Way, Wincanton BA9 9FQ

6.8 miles from centre of Alford

8.85 Reviews

19 1

"Due to the fact that my husband had a fall and suffered a brain injury, we came to The Bridles earlier than expected. I was among the first..."Read all 5 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 74 rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Located in Wincanton, The Bridles is now open. This purpose built home offers residential, nursing and dementia care, available for both permanent and short stays. With superior levels of design and... Read more

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South Cary House

South Street, Castle Cary BA7 7ES

2.1 miles from centre of Alford

9.844 Reviews

"South Cary House is, hands down, one the most caring and attentive to its residents. The kindness, warmth, and genuine care shown by the..."Read all 44 reviews

from £1,650 / weekSize 23 rooms

Group/Owner Avon Care Homes Ltd

South Cary House is a converted Grade II Georgian house, with redevelopment having made the most of its homely qualities to benefit older people with care needs. The focus is on quality of life at... Read more

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Fir Villa

Camel Street, Marston Magna, Yeovil BA22 8DB

6 miles from centre of Alford

9.716 Reviews

"My sister had to go in a home because she could not look after herself and we had tried many times to get her to move out of her bungalow..."Read all 16 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 24 rooms

Fir Villa – Marston Magna, Somerset Located in the peaceful village of Marston Magna, Fir Villa is a residential care home for people aged 65 and over. Surrounded by Somerset countryside and situated... Read more

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Highfield House Residential Care Home Ltd

High Street, Castle Cary BA7 7AN

2.3 miles from centre of Alford

9.764 Reviews

"I know that my Mums' every need is met at Highfield. As a family we are welcomed at any time to visit and feel very much part of the..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 22 rooms

Highfield House prides itself on delivering excellent standards of care and support to people in a residential setting. The house is a converted Grade II listed building that suits a comfortable lifestyle... Read more

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Pondsmead Nursing & Residential Home

Shepton Road, Oakhill, Radstock BA3 5HT

9.5 miles from centre of Alford

9.648 Reviews

"Pondsmead is a fantastic home for me. Staff are great, from cleaners, chefs, kitchen staff, management, everyone. The building is great and..."Read all 48 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 76 rooms

Group/Owner Avon Care Homes Ltd

Pondsmead Nursing and Residential Home cares for more than 60 elderly residents, offering short and long stay care where required as one of Somerset's most invaluable care facilities in light of the area's... Read more

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Arthurs Court Care Home

27 Highfield Road, Street BA16 0JJ

8.1 miles from centre of Alford

8.467 Reviews

"Ali the manager is absolutely amazing. She is so hands on and is so caring to all the residents. She knows them all so well and the care in..."Read all 67 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Aiveda Limited

Arthurs Court Care Home is situated close to Street town centre surrounded by the beautiful Somerset countryside. Its relaxed, homely atmosphere provides a home from home for residents. Specialising... Read more

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Garden House

Priestlands, Sherborne DT9 4HN

9.6 miles from centre of Alford

9.128 Reviews

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"The Garden House provided us with a safe place for my father during a crisis period with our parents. We were all treated with respect and..."Read all 28 reviews

Size 14 rooms

Garden House is an award winning home and is situated a short walk from the centre of Sherborne, a beautiful and historic town, local amenities and Doctors surgeries are just a short walk away. Residents... Read more