How many older person care homes are there in Chilton-Durham?

There are 30 Older Person Care Homes in Chilton-Durham, including 11 Nursing Homes & 19 Residential Care Homes.

Which elderly care homes in Chilton-Durham have won a carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Award?

Award winners of the carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Awards in Chilton-Durham include The DurhamGate, Eden House & Willowdene Care Home.

Care Homes for Older People in and around Chilton (Durham)

Q: Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Chilton-Durham?

Respite Care is offered by 21 elderly care homes in Chilton-Durham including Eden House, Lothian House Care Home & Defoe Court Care Home.

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Browse 30 Chilton (Durham) Older Person Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.3
Total 2,019 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,202 per week

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Eden House

Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6EN

4.8 miles from centre of Chilton

9.9108 Reviews

"Since moving my mother to Eden House in July this year, she is like a different person! She has dementia and after a bad experience at..."Read all 108 reviews

from £1,286 / weekSize 53 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Eden House Care Home, located in the peaceful town of Bishop Auckland, provides personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The warm and friendly home offers residents... Read more

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Lothian House Care Home

Clyde Terrace, Spennymoor DL16 7SG

3.1 miles from centre of Chilton

9.8216 Reviews

"Lothian House Care Home is 100% excellent overall, from walk in to walk out the carers work amazingly for the men and ladies who need..."Read all 216 reviews

from £1,286 / weekSize 48 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Located in the heart of Spennymoor, Lothian House care home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The lovely home offers many facilities for residents to enjoy... Read more

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Defoe Court Care Home

Defoe Crescent, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4JP

2.5 miles from centre of Chilton

9.8227 Reviews

"The whole team at Defoe Court go over and above to make sure our dad is well looked after. Although he is poorly he really appreciates how..."Read all 227 reviews

from £1,276 / weekSize 41 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Defoe Court Care Home, located in the friendly town of Newton Aycliffe, provides personalised residential and nursing care to older people. The lovely home offers an ever-popular hairdressing salon,... Read more

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Lumley Residential Home

Willington Care Village, Hall Lane Est, Willington, Crook DL15 0PW

6.4 miles from centre of Chilton

9.837 Reviews

"My dad moved from Brancepeth Court to Lumley in May, and Dad and I are absolutely delighted! Every single member of staff are excellent,..."Read all 37 reviews

Size 40 rooms

Group/Owner The Bondcare Group

Lumley Court is a Durham care home that has been purposely constructed to suit the often complex needs of people with dementia. The aim of the service is to look after healthcare needs while enabling... Read more

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The DurhamGate

Durham Gate, Spennymoor DL16 6GF

3.1 miles from centre of Chilton

9.736 Reviews

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"Durham Gate have made the daunting transition into care for my mother a happy experience. She has been supported throughout by staff who..."Read all 36 reviews

from £1,360 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The DurhamGate in Spennymoor offers permanent residential care, dementia support, short-term respite services and palliative care. Professional staff provide continuous assistance tailored to individual... Read more

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Brancepeth Court

Willington Care Village, Hall Lane, Willington, Crook DL15 0PW

6.4 miles from centre of Chilton

9.757 Reviews

"A wonderful home for mum - mum has now been at Brancepeth Court for three weeks, and we honestly can't believe the difference in her. At..."Read all 57 reviews

Size 49 rooms

Group/Owner The Bondcare Group

Brancepeth Court is one of a number of care services in the town of Crook in County Durham, dedicated to a range of personal care needs for people with old age related frailties and disabled people also. As... Read more

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Redworth House Care Home

Byerley Road, Shildon DL4 1HQ

4.4 miles from centre of Chilton

9.751 Reviews

"Freda has really settled here at Redworth House staff very friendly food lovely my gran really enjoys the meals and is eating a lot better..."Read all 51 reviews

Size 68 rooms

Group/Owner The Bondcare Group

Redworth House is a 68-bedroom care home in Durham that excels in delivering high-quality care for people requiring nursing, residential, dementia or a learning disability. Health Carer staff gain... Read more

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Richmond Court

Willington Care Village, Hall Lane, Willington, Crook DL15 0PR

6.4 miles from centre of Chilton

9.747 Reviews

"My sister had to come into Richmond Court in Willington for emergency respite after being discharged from hospital until a care package was..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 49 rooms

Group/Owner The Bondcare Group

Richmond Court is a County Durham nursing home, offering an extensive list of personalised care packages, as well as specialising in dementia care provision. The accommodation is comfortable and homely... Read more

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Holly Lodge Care Home

Chapel Street, Shildon DL4 1NX

4.3 miles from centre of Chilton

9.791 Reviews

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"My mother has been in the home since May, she (and I) have found the staff, food etc to be outstanding. The staff are always pleasant and..."Read all 91 reviews

Size 41 rooms

Group/Owner Mariposa

Holly Lodge Care Home is situated in the centre of the town of Shildon, which has easy access to the A1 as well as the small market towns of Bishop Auckland and Newton Aycliffe. Holly Lodge care home... Read more

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Bishopsgate Lodge Care Home

15 Hexham Street, Bishop Auckland DL14 7PU

5 miles from centre of Chilton

9.668 Reviews

"My auntie was in Bishopsgate Lodge Care Home for 9 and a half months before passing away. She was looked after like a Queen. The staff..."Read all 68 reviews

Size 51 rooms

Group/Owner Landona House Ltd

Nestled within the peaceful residential area of Bishop Auckland, Bishopsgate Lodge Care Home offers personalised residential and nursing care to older people. At Bishopsgate Lodge, residents benefit... Read more

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Rushyfields Residential and Nursing Home

Brandon Lane, Brandon, Durham DH7 8SH

7.1 miles from centre of Chilton

9.695 Reviews

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"Rushyfields has been a lovely place for my great- auntie. The patience and care is a relief for me like no other place. Even when she..."Read all 95 reviews

from £1,182 / weekSize 41 rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

With staff who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, Rushfields has a warm, family feel. Some of the staff are extremely long-serving, having been with the home for over 10 years.... Read more

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St Clare's Court Care Home

Central Avenue, Newton Aycliffe DL5 5QH

2.8 miles from centre of Chilton

9.6119 Reviews

"When reviewing care homes for our loved ones, like every one else we did not just visit one. When we stepped inside of St Clare's the..."Read all 119 reviews

from £1,304 / weekSize 58 rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Ideally situated near the vibrant town centre of Newton Aycliffe in County Durham, St Clare’s Court is a friendly, purpose-built care home offering residential and residential dementia care. A luxurious... Read more

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Rose Lodge Care Home

Carers Way, Cobblers Lane, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE

2.3 miles from centre of Chilton

9.467 Reviews

"My mother has been at rose lodge for several years now and suffers with dementia. I am so grateful for everything the staff do seeing my..."Read all 67 reviews

from £1,485 / weekSize 54 rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

Welcome to Rose Lodge. Rose Lodge is a purpose-built care home built in 2003 and then extended in 2004 to incorporate its specialised Dementia unit. Located in Cobblers Lane the home is located less... Read more

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Barrington Lodge Care Home

Berkshire Place, St Andrews Way, Bishop Auckland DL14 6XX

4.8 miles from centre of Chilton

9.268 Reviews

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"I have been in Barrington Lodge for 4 weeks & have been treated so careingly by the staff. I couldn't walk when I arrived and in 4 short..."Read all 68 reviews

from £1,181 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Harbour Healthcare Ltd

Barrington Lodge Care Home is found in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, in a central location close to local amenities. The team there help enable people of all abilities to live their lives as fully... Read more

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Willowdene Care Home

Lizard Lane, Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees TS21 3ET

4.7 miles from centre of Chilton

9.9112 Reviews

"My nanny was in this care home receiving end of life care. Even though she ended up being at the home for only 9 days we were very happy..."Read all 112 reviews

Size 48 rooms

Group/Owner Highgate Care Services Ltd

Welcome to Willowdene. Located between Sedgefield and Fishburn in County Durham on Lizard Lane, just off Salter’s Lane, Willowdene Care Home is nestled in charming rural countryside. The home is... Read more

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Chilton Care Centre

Durham Road, Chilton, Ferryhill DL17 0EX

0.1 miles from centre of Chilton

9.882 Reviews

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"My 92 year old mam is a new resident at Chilton Care Home its not easy for families to trust the care of a loved one to some one else and..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,347 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner St Philips Care Group

Chilton Care Centre is in the former mining village of Chilton and the Mainsforth Collieries. The purpose-built care centre specialises in residential and dementia care for older people. There... Read more

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Tenlands Care Home

Wood Lane, Ferryhill DL17 8JD

2.1 miles from centre of Chilton

9.7157 Reviews

"Massive thank you to you and your staff, it means a lot to me knowing my mother is getting the care she deserves in her twilight days...."Read all 157 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Strong Life Care Ltd

Tenlands Care Home, Ferryhill – Where Everyone Has a Life Worth Celebrating A warm welcome awaits at Tenlands Care Home in Ferryhill, County Durham - part of the multi-award-winning Strong Life Care... Read more

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St Helens Care Home

6 Manor Road, St Helens Auckland, Bishop Auckland DL14 9DL

6.3 miles from centre of Chilton

9.747 Reviews

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"I have family resident living at St Helens the staff are very professional kind and caring the home is clean and catered for all the..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Marton Care Homes Ltd

Located in the village of St Helens Auckland, this purpose-built home is situated 3 miles from the market town of Bishop Auckland in the shadow of the historic St Helens Church. Close to local shops and... Read more

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Bowburn Care Centre

Durham Road, Bowburn, Durham DH6 5AT

5.2 miles from centre of Chilton

9.772 Reviews

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"My Mam has been a resident five and a half years. Super care home and super staff. Quality and care of my Mam is incredible. I trust the..."Read all 72 reviews

from £1,236 / weekSize 80 rooms

Group/Owner St Philips Care Group

Bowburn Care Home, formally Morgan House in the former Durham mining village of Bowburn, is a new purpose-built care home for older people. There are easy road links to nearby Durham city centre.... Read more

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Aycliffe Care Home

Burnhope, Newton Aycliffe DL5 7ER

3 miles from centre of Chilton

9.551 Reviews

"I've been a resident at Aycliffe Care Home since June 2021, when I was an emergency admission due to a sudden loss of mobility and a..."Read all 51 reviews

Size 54 rooms

Group/Owner Akari Care Ltd

Aycliffe Care Home is situated in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, just a five minute walk away from the town centre. It has received a lot of positive feedback about the warm and friendly greeting... Read more

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Acorn Grange

Vicarage Road, West Cornforth, Ferryhill DL17 9HU

3.4 miles from centre of Chilton

9.463 Reviews

"My Dad's been in Acorn Grange for over six months now and he absolutely loves it there, all the staff are helpful, caring & supportive..."Read all 63 reviews

from £949 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Manor Care Home Group

Acorn Grange Nursing Home is a 46-bed care home offering residential and dementia care in County Durham. Caring and attentive staff give all residents personalised care and the dignity and respect... Read more

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Sandringham Care Home

Escomb Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6AB

4.8 miles from centre of Chilton

9.459 Reviews

"From the moment from contacting the home and speaking and meeting with staff, I knew my uncle would settle very well. The whole of the..."Read all 59 reviews

Size 92 rooms

Group/Owner Crown Care Group

Sandringham Care Home is a ninety-bedroom care home that is divided into three units for the practice of General and EMI Nursing and residential care. Residents are able to live an independent lifestyle... Read more

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Church View

1 Main Street, South Church, Bishop Auckland DL14 6SL

4.3 miles from centre of Chilton

9.247 Reviews

"I cannot fault the manager (Caitlyn) or the care nurses looking after my mother, from the initial respite care to the final end of life..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,321 / weekSize 45 rooms

Group/Owner Roseberry Care Centre (England) Ltd

Church View care home, in Bishop Auckland, aspires to high standards of dementia care, thanks to a team of highly-skilled and qualified professionals working to modern care methods. Carers are assisted... Read more

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The Beeches Nursing and Residential Care Home

Church Lane, Kelloe, Durham DH6 4PT

5.7 miles from centre of Chilton

8.012 Reviews

"The day staff are very friendly and caring and cant do enough for you from making a cupper will sit and talk if the have time, some night..."Read all 12 reviews

from £730 / weekSize 31 rooms

Group/Owner Your Care First Ltd

The Beeches is set in a secluded peaceful garden on the outskirts of Kelloe Village in County Durham. The Home offers superb accommodation with 31 single beds, 26 of which have ensuite facilities. The... Read more

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Bowburn Manor Care Home

61 Bowburn Way, Integra, Durham DH6 5FS

5.2 miles from centre of Chilton

Opening Nov 2026

Size 73 rooms

Group/Owner The St Mary's Group

The vision for Bowburn Manor is to create a warm, modern and reassuring home where residents feel comfortable and well-supported. The home will provide tailored residential, dementia and respite care... Read more

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Devonshire House Care Ltd

Front Street, The Green, West Auckland, Bishop Auckland DL14 9HW

6.8 miles from centre of Chilton

from £946 / weekSize 25 rooms

Devonshire House Care Centre is a small, independent family-run residential care home in West Auckland. It has 25 rooms, some of which can be available as a double room for those who wish. The home... Read more

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Brandon Lodge Care Home

Commercial Street, Brandon, Durham DH7 8PH

7.1 miles from centre of Chilton

8.324 Reviews

from £1,089 / weekSize 38 rooms

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Denehurst Nursing Home

Merrington Road, Ferryhill DL17 8NL

1.8 miles from centre of Chilton

4.21 Reviews

Size 37 rooms

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Bethany House Christian Nursing Home

Village Close, Woodham Way, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4UD

2 miles from centre of Chilton

5 Reviews

from £1,075 / weekSize 31 rooms

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Lindisfarne Newton Aycliffe

Silverdale Place, Newton Aycliffe DL5 7DZ

3.2 miles from centre of Chilton

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chilton Older Person Care Homes

How many older person care homes are there in Chilton?

There are 30 Older Person Care Homes in Chilton, including 11 Nursing Homes & 19 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person care homes in Chilton have the highest Review Score?

Eden House, Willowdene Care Home & Lothian House Care Home are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Chilton.

Which older person care homes in Chilton offer Nursing Care?

Defoe Court Care Home, Redworth House Care Home & Barrington Lodge Care Home are some of the 6 Nursing Homes in Chilton.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Chilton?

There are 17 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Chilton including Eden House, Lothian House Care Home & Defoe Court Care Home.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Chilton?

Respite Care is offered by 21 elderly care homes in Chilton including Eden House, Lothian House Care Home & Defoe Court Care Home.

How many older person care homes listings in Chilton have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 19 older person care homes listed with Reviews.

Which elderly care homes in Chilton have won a carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Award?

Award winners of the carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Elderly Care Home Awards in Chilton include The DurhamGate, Eden House & Willowdene Care Home.