Care Homes / Nursing Homes with a Good CQC Rating in Durham Area

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109 Durham Area Care Homes / Nursing Homes with a Good CQC Rating
3,422 Reviews
St Clare's Court Care Home

Central Avenue, Newton Aycliffe DL5 5QH 

9.9 112 reviews
"Most of all of staff are always very professional in what they do very good job done by all happy that mum is a resident in St Clar…"   Read all 112 reviews
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 home with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, St… Read more about St Clare's Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 58 Rooms from £1,224 / week
The Manor House Barnard Castle

John Street, Barnard Castle, County Durham, Barnard Castle DL12 8ET 

9.9 62 reviews
"My aunt lived in Manor House for five years on the dementia unit. The lounge areas and corridors are beautifully decorated and there is a…"   Read all 62 reviews
Group/Owner Anchor

The Manor House Barnard Castle is a purpose-built luxurious care home. The home offers excellent facilities, whilst providing 24-hour care in generous bedroom suites, each benefitting from an en suite wet room. The home provides quality care and… Read more about The Manor House Barnard Castle

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 76 Rooms from £1,350 / week
Rose Lodge Care Home

Carers Way, Cobblers Lane, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE 

9.9 64 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 64 reviews

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 than 2 miles from Newton Aycliffe Town Centre with… Read more about Rose Lodge Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 54 Rooms from £1,073 / week
Willowdene Care Home

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

9.9 99 reviews
"My mother has been here for 2 weeks. The staff are very good and patient with her as she has dementia. Everyone is friendly to her and our…"   Read all 99 reviews

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 a two-storey, purpose-built building which specialises… Read more about Willowdene 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
  • 48 Rooms from £1,239 / week
Lambton House

New Lambton Village, Fence Houses, Houghton le Spring DH4 6DE 

9.9 70 reviews
"We could not have found a better care home the facilities are excellent. The cleanliness is great - no smell or mess the staff are caring…"   Read all 70 reviews

Lambton House is a family owned residential care home, situated in open countryside on the outskirts of Bournmoor, near to Chester-le-Street & Houghton-le-Spring, not far from the historic city of Durham. With 57 ensuite bedrooms, communal areas,… Read more about Lambton House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 57 Rooms from £1,135 / week
Church View

Church Lane, Murton, Seaham SR7 9PG 

9.9 68 reviews
"Well run care home. Management and staff excellent . My husband enjoyed his time and was very well looked after . All of the areas are…"   Read all 68 reviews
Group/Owner Care UK

Church View will transfer from Care UK Care Services Ltd to to Strong Life Care (Church View) Ltd on Friday 31st October, 2025. This decision has not been made lightly, and Care UK believe that this proposed transfer is a positive step in terms of… Read more about Church View

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Mental Health
  • 42 Rooms from £987 / week
Grampian Court Care Home

Grampian Drive, Peterlee SR8 2LR 

9.9 216 reviews
"For the last two months Mam has had excellent support from all staff settling in her new home. All staff go out of there way to make her…"   Read all 216 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Grampian Court Care Home, situated in the friendly town of Peterlee, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential and residential dementia care. This warm, welcoming home offers a choice of several comfortable sitting… Read more about Grampian Court 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
  • 57 Rooms from £1,231 / week
Redworth House Care Home

Byerley Road, Shildon DL4 1HQ 

9.9 36 reviews
"My wife was at Redworth House for palliative care. When she first arrived we had problems some down to me and some to them but all my…"   Read all 36 reviews

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 extensive skills and expertise, through comprehensive… Read more about Redworth 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
  • Mental Health
  • 68 Rooms from £1,080 / week
Cedar Court Residential & Nursing Home

Portland Avenue, Seaham SR7 8BT 

9.8 119 reviews
"My dad became a resident in April. From the very beginning he has received exceptional care from both carers and nurses. Staff are lovely…"   Read all 119 reviews

With a team who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, Cedar Court provides residential, dementia, nursing and palliative care. They also provide rehabilitation and pre-bookable respite care breaks. The home is very much at the… Read more about Cedar Court Residential & 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
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 68 Rooms from £1,134 / week
Brancepeth Court

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

9.8 44 reviews
"Willington Care Village - Brancepeth Court - the place where nothing is too much trouble for the staff. All residents are well cared for…"   Read all 44 reviews

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 part of a drive to achieve good health and… Read more about Brancepeth Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • 49 Rooms from £1,298 / week

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Field View

Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool TS27 4LH 

9.8 112 reviews
"My mam has been at Field View for almost 5 years, she has always been happy living there. Her dementia is now very advanced and she is…"   Read all 112 reviews

Welcome to Field View. Located in Blackhall Colliery, a former mining village on the North Sea coast of County Durham close to Peterlee and Horden, Field View is located on Hesleden Road between Castle Eden and Hartlepool. Nestled behind Yohden Care… Read more about Field View

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 36 Rooms from £1,205 / week
Stoneleigh Care Home

Durham Road, Annfield Plain, Stanley DH9 7XH 

9.8 174 reviews
"Great care and staff. The home is always presented to a good standard. Nothing was ever a problem to the staff, they were always happy to…"   Read all 174 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Located in lovely town of Stanley, east of Chester-le-Street, Stoneleigh care home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The lovely home offers many facilities for residents to enjoy such as on-site hair salon,… Read more about Stoneleigh 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
  • 36 Rooms from £1,029 / week
Kings Court

14 Market Place, Barnard Castle DL12 8ND 

9.8 38 reviews
"My mam went into Kings Court in May 25 initially for three weeks respite before going into hospital for an operation, the care mam ger…"   Read all 38 reviews
Group/Owner Care UK

Kings Court care home provides residential and respite care for older people. The team in County Durham takes pride in the high quality care they offer. The lifestyle team organises activities, outings and events tailored to residents' needs and… Read more about Kings Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 37 Rooms from £1,091 / week
Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home

Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, Peterlee SR8 3XZ 

9.8 190 reviews
"Reception on the first day was very welcoming and I settled in to the routine very quickly. All the staff were very engaging with a very…"   Read all 190 reviews

With a team devoted to enriching the lives of their residents, Ashwood Park has a warm family feel the moment you walk through the door. Providing residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care, the team also offers respite care breaks, which… Read more about Ashwood Park Residential & 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
  • 65 Rooms from £1,126 / week
Greenways Court Care Home

Delves Lane, Consett DH8 7EE 

9.8 153 reviews
"Thank you so much for the kind care that Grandad was given at Greenways Court. He very much appreciated the caring staff and the warm,…"   Read all 153 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

In a quiet residential area of Consett, Greenways Court Care Home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. The welcoming home offers many comfortable areas for residents to relax and socialise. The landscaped… Read more about Greenways Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 51 Rooms from £1,208 / week
Derwent Care Home

Newcastle Road, Low Westwood, Newcastle upon Tyne NE17 7PL 

9.8 99 reviews
"Very helpful and welcoming staff who are always on hand to support families and their resident. Always a great experience and my…"   Read all 99 reviews
Group/Owner Mariposa

Derwent Care Home is situated in the Derwent Valley, within the hamlet of Low Westwood immediately to the west of Hamsterley in County Durham. The River Derwent flows at the bottom of the valley, over which the care home benefits from wide-ranging and… Read more about Derwent Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • 45 Rooms
Defoe Court Care Home

Defoe Crescent, Newton Aycliffe DL5 4JP 

9.8 223 reviews
"Home and staff are amazing, clean, staff are very friendly, smart and very good with my cousin. The chef comes and asks my cousin what she…"   Read all 223 reviews
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, tea room and fantastic wellbeing programme for… Read more about Defoe Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 41 Rooms from £1,198 / week
Birchwood Court Residential Care Home

Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, Peterlee SR8 3XZ 

9.7 67 reviews
"From day one my nan was greated by some wonderful staff from manager, receptionist and all care staff. We were amazed at how Nan has…"   Read all 67 reviews

A beautiful home in the heart of Easington Colliery, it’s the team which makes Birchwood Court special. The home has a warm family feel, with many of the staff having been there for over 10 years. They are devoted to enriching the lives of their… Read more about Birchwood Court Residential Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 43 Rooms from £1,162 / week
Beaconsfield Court Care Home

Galgate, Barnard Castle DL12 8ES 

9.7 114 reviews
"I feel very comfortable and everyone very friendly. On a smooth/puree type food preparation and is varied in choice.…"   Read all 114 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Located in the attractive town of Barnard Castle in County Durham, Beaconsfield Court is a purpose built care home offering residential and residential dementia care. The extensively trained team will deliver all the specialist care and support services… Read more about Beaconsfield Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 32 Rooms from £1,258 / week
Peterlee Care Home

Westcott Road, Peterlee SR8 5JE 

9.6 36 reviews
"The guys are doing an amazing job looking after everybody, I have no complaints. Keep up the good work.…"   Read all 36 reviews
Group/Owner Popular Care Ltd

Situated in a residential area, this home is a modern purpose built home proving a high standard of residential care, residential and nursing care for people with dementia and care for people with learning disabilities. They also provide respite care… Read more about Peterlee Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 44 Rooms from £1,155 / week
Holly Lodge Care Home

Chapel Street, Shildon DL4 1NX 

9.6 80 reviews
"Sat in lovely garden with our former brother in law. Staff always helpful and welcoming. Staff showed care and consideration towards…"   Read all 80 reviews
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 specialises in dedicated residential, dementia… Read more about Holly Lodge Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • 41 Rooms
Parklands Care Home

New Road, Crook DL15 8LN 

9.6 44 reviews
"I can't compliment nor thank every single member of staff here at Parklands enough. The level of care and support they are giving my dad is…"   Read all 44 reviews

Parklands offers expert care within a pleasant living atmosphere, ideal for older people's care needs from 55 years, as well as welcoming adults with a learning disability and dementia. Specialist hoists, baths and beds are in place to suit those… Read more about Parklands Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 42 Rooms from £1,025 / week
Rushyfields Residential and Nursing Home

Brandon Lane, Brandon, Durham DH7 8SH 

9.6 82 reviews
"This care home has made our mam safe and felt loved. She is happy to offer cuddles to staff (noting she is unable to speak or write). The…"   Read all 82 reviews

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. Providing residential, dementia, nursing and… Read more about Rushyfields Residential and Nursing 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
  • 41 Rooms from £1,115 / week
Melbury Court Care Home

Old Dryburn Way, Durham DH1 5SE 

9.4 134 reviews
"Friendly, professional staff have given lots of support while transitioning to care home life. Much better than lots of other places we…"   Read all 134 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Melbury Court care home, situated in the historic town of Durham, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential, residential and nursing care. The lovely home offers many facilities for residents to enjoy such as on-site… Read more about Melbury Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 88 Rooms from £1,276 / week
St Margaret's Care Home

St Margarets Garth, Crossgate, Durham DH1 4DS 

9.4 96 reviews
"Moving my dad to a care home was a difficult decision to make but the staff at St Margaret's have been wonderful. The atmosphere is calm…"   Read all 96 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Overlooking Durham Cathedral and Castle, St Margaret’s Care Home offers personalised residential, nursing and residential dementia care to older people. From the lovely en-suite bedrooms and hair salon to the large patio area and wellbeing programme,… Read more about St Margaret's Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 60 Rooms from £1,208 / week
St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home

Front Street, Framwellgate Moor, Durham DH1 5BL 

10 50 reviews

St Aidan Lodge residential care home is an independently owned and operated care home providing high-quality care to those requiring residential or residential dementia care. The home is purpose built with ample communal space and adaptations to help… Read more about St Aidan Lodge Residential Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 62 Rooms from £1,014 / week
Langley House Care Home

Sunderland Road, Horden, Peterlee SR8 4NL 

9.9 85 reviews
"Langley House Care Home is an excellent care home, I find all the staff and management very nice and very caring. The home is always clean…"   Read all 85 reviews
Group/Owner Ascot Care Ltd

Langley House Care Home is nestled in the Horden neighbourhood of Peterlee in County Durham. This popular home offers the perfect balance of quiet living within a vibrant community. At Langley House, Residents receive superior-quality care alongside… Read more about Langley 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
  • 30 Rooms from £819 / week
Bowburn Care Centre

Durham Road, Bowburn, Durham DH6 5AT 

9.8 60 reviews
"This care home is beautiful. The residents are amazingly looked after, they get looked after better than I do honestly. The food is great!…"   Read all 60 reviews

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

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • 80 Rooms from £1,040 / week
Chilton Care Centre

Durham Road, Chilton, Ferryhill DL17 0EX 

9.8 77 reviews
"Over the moon with staff, management, facilities. Mother in law has settled very quickly and has actually made friends in the first couple…"   Read all 77 reviews

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 are 22 bedrooms upstairs and 18 bedrooms downstairs,… Read more about Chilton Care Centre

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 40 Rooms
Abbeyvale Care Centre

Laidler Close, Blackhall, Hartlepool TS27 4QP 

9.8 16 reviews
"Very kind and welcoming, always on hand to answer all your questions and worries, look after family members great, go above and beyond to…"   Read all 16 reviews

Abbeyvale Care Centre is located in the ex-mining village of Blackhall Colliery, County Durham. The team offer a warm and caring residential service that accommodates the needs of people who live with physical disabilities, old age, dementia and mental… Read more about Abbeyvale Care Centre

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 42 Rooms