Care Homes for Older People in and around West Lydford

Q: How many older person care homes are there in West-Lydford?

There are 30 Older Person Care Homes in West-Lydford, including 13 Nursing Homes & 17 Residential Care Homes.

Q: Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in West-Lydford?

Respite Care is offered by 30 elderly care homes in West-Lydford including Elliscombe House, Potter House Care Home & Wessex House.

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Browse 30 West Lydford Older Person Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.5
Total 1,385 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,344 per week

Elliscombe House

Higher Holton, Wincanton BA9 8EA

7.4 miles from centre of West Lydford

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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Potter House Care Home

103 Highfield Road, Yeovil BA21 4RJ

9.2 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.934 Reviews

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"Choosing a care home for a loved one is always a daunting decision, but placing my dad at Potters has given my family complete peace of..."Read all 34 reviews

from £1,425 / weekSize 66 rooms

Group/Owner Crystal Care Collection

Potter House Care Home has been designed to feel comfortable, safe, and welcoming, with a strong focus on person-centred care. Residents can choose from ensuite Deluxe bedrooms or Deluxe Premium suites,... Read more

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Wessex House

Behind Berry, Somerton TA11 7PB

5.1 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.984 Reviews

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"My father in law decided it was time for full time care. I chose Wessex House in a hurry and luckily it has worked out very well. The..."Read all 84 reviews

from £1,520 / weekSize 56 rooms

Group/Owner Somerset Care

Wessex House offers quality furnishings and modern care facilities, ideal for providing support to those who require nursing care. Staff are well-qualified and receive ongoing training, at the same... Read more

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Barchester West Abbey Care Home

Stourton Way, Yeovil BA21 3UA

9.4 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.9111 Reviews

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"My Mum initially went to West Abbey for respite care which soon became permanent. Each phase was managed so well, and with ease. Sadly Mum..."Read all 111 reviews

from £1,591 / weekSize 92 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

West Abbey has lots to offer. They provide first-class 24-hour nursing and residential care, alongside expert care for people living with dementia in the Memory Lane Community. A team of highly-qualified... Read more

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The Elms

Yeovil Marsh, Yeovil BA21 3QG

8.1 miles from centre of West Lydford

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

6.2 miles from centre of West Lydford

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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The Knoll Nursing Home

33 Preston Road, Yeovil BA21 3AE

9.5 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.837 Reviews

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"My mum received an exceptional level of care at The Knoll. The facilities are good (especially the lovely garden) but it is the people who..."Read all 37 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 47 rooms

The Knoll Nursing Home is a traditional, well established building lying within substantial grounds. Modernised over the years, the home is registered for 47 residents with nursing and residential needs.... Read more

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Glastonbury Care Home

Pike Close, Off Sedgemoor Way, Glastonbury BA6 9PZ

6.4 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.728 Reviews

"This home was so welcoming from the minute you entered the building. The staff were very friendly, they obviously enjoy their work. My..."Read all 28 reviews

from £1,640 / weekSize 64 rooms

Group/Owner Brunelcare

Glastonbury Care Home is a nursing home registered for sixty-four individuals. It is organised to care for older people through personalised methods and with carers experienced in carrying out dementia... Read more

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Torrwood Care Centre

Gilbert Scott Road, South Horrington Village, Wells BA5 3FB

9.1 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.776 Reviews

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"I am writing this review to formally express my deepest gratitude for the outstanding care and support that my father received during his..."Read all 76 reviews

from £1,508 / weekSize 82 rooms

Group/Owner MHA

Torrwood is a purpose-built nursing care home for 82 people with residential, dementia and nursing care needs. With countryside surroundings and within close proximity to the pretty cathedral city of... Read more

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Barchester Crandon Springs Care Home

Glastonbury Road, Wells BA5 1WE

8.4 miles from centre of West Lydford

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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Cary Brook

Millbrook Gardens, Castle Cary BA7 7EE

4.5 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.698 Reviews

"My experience as well as from other visitors has been that the staff working here looking after people can only be described as..."Read all 98 reviews

from £1,260 / weekSize 45 rooms

Group/Owner Somerset Care

Cary Brook maintains a home-from-home environment, combining the benefits of an independent lifestyle with quality care provision. Cary Brook has been recognised under the Gold Standard Framework Award... Read more

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Field House

Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet BA4 4LU

7.9 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.652 Reviews

"Field Hoyse gave the best care to my sister. Every staff member treated my sister with respect, patience and thought. The manager of the..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,260 / weekSize 39 rooms

Group/Owner Somerset Care

Field House is characteristic care home set in landscaped grounds. It offers 24-7 access to highly-trained carers who consider residents’ needs on an individual basis. There is a choice of lounges,... Read more

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Southlawns

Highfield Road, Street BA16 0JJ

6 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.641 Reviews

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"Dad enjoyed his stay, he said lovely food 3 times a day and very kind staff. Good pece of mind for Dad's family, knowing he has been very..."Read all 41 reviews

from £1,110 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Somerset Care

Southlawns has a well-established reputation for quality and dedicated care. Long-term needs are provided for, together with respite, day care, and end-of-life care. The home takes pride in an enthusiastic... Read more

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The Glen Care Home

Shapway Lane, Evercreech, Shepton Mallet BA4 6JS

7 miles from centre of West Lydford

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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Fletcher House

Glastonbury Road, Wells BA5 1TN

8.4 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.550 Reviews

"My friend has been a resident at Fletcher House for over a year now. She has a collection of physical and mental health problems and I..."Read all 50 reviews

from £1,175 / weekSize 57 rooms

Group/Owner Somerset Care

Fletcher House has an excellent community reputation, thanks to a homely setting and the hard work of a care team who are dedicated to quality provision. Significant investment has gone into making... Read more

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La Fontana

Foldhill Lane, Martock TA12 6PQ

9.4 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.480 Reviews

"La Fontana is a truly wonderful care home. From the moment you walk in, everyone is friendly and helpful - nothing is too much trouble. Dad..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,635 / weekSize 76 rooms

La Fontana Care Home is a purpose-built care home in Martock, Somerset, offering Residential, Nursing, Palliative, Respite and Specialist Dementia Care. Set within beautiful countryside surroundings,... Read more

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Portcullis House

The Embankment, Langport TA10 9RZ

9.3 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.441 Reviews

"My sister in law has settled really well at Portcullis House and that is mainly due to the care and attention of the staff! I was..."Read all 41 reviews

from £1,280 / weekSize 44 rooms

Group/Owner Somerset Care

Portcullis House, based in Langport, has built up a modern care service by focusing on quality and person-centred provisions, within a homely and welcoming atmosphere where residents are supported in... Read more

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The Cyder Barn Ltd

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

4.4 miles from centre of West Lydford

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

7.9 miles from centre of West Lydford

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

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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

9 miles from centre of West Lydford

8.85 Reviews

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"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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Ashley House

The Avenue, Langport TA10 9SA

9.4 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.859 Reviews

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"Very nervous on how our sister, with early onset Alzheimer's, transition from a London hospital to a country care home, would cope, Ashley..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 25 rooms

Group/Owner South West Care Homes Ltd

Ashley House Care Home is situated in the small town of Langport, a civil parish of Somerset. The attractive home dates back to Victorian times and is at the end of a quiet, beautiful tree-lined avenue. The... Read more

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South Cary House

South Street, Castle Cary BA7 7ES

4.5 miles from centre of West Lydford

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

5.9 miles from centre of West Lydford

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

4.7 miles from centre of West Lydford

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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Ivelhurst Nursing Home Ltd

27 Preston Road, Yeovil BA21 3AD

9.5 miles from centre of West Lydford

9.655 Reviews

"Ivelhurst Nursing home, have been so supporting to my Dad, Derek, and Us as a family through my Dads declining health. He had been so..."Read all 55 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 58 rooms

Ivelhurst Nursing Home is a warm and welcoming care home in Yeovil, providing 24-hour support for people who require nursing care, residential care, respite care, day care and compassionate end of life... Read more

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Arthurs Court Care Home

27 Highfield Road, Street BA16 0JJ

6 miles from centre of West Lydford

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