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4,276 Reviews
Hampton Manor

Gloucester Road, Delves Lane, Consett DH8 7FA 

9.9 37 reviews
"My mother came here for respite and ended up turning to permanent care. Amazing staff very clean. We moved her from another home and best…"   Read all 37 reviews

Nestled in a serene neighbourhood, Hampton Manor presents a first class care home designed for older individuals seeking a harmonious blend of comfort, dignity, and independence. It's clear this establishment is more than a mere residence; it's a… Read more about Hampton Manor

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • 55 Rooms from £1,350 / week
Eden House Care Home

Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6EN 

9.9 87 reviews
"My grandad is well looked after at Eden! The team always go above and beyond for my grandad. He loves being out in the garden with them and…"   Read all 87 reviews
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 the choice of many comfortable communal areas to relax,… Read more about Eden House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 53 Rooms from £1,208 / week
St Clare's Court Care Home

Central Avenue, Newton Aycliffe DL5 5QH 

9.9 110 reviews
"My mum spent 15 months at St Clare's from December 2023 to February 2025. Her care within that time was excellent. The facilities and rooms…"   Read all 110 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
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
Jack Dormand Care Home

Fourth Street, Horden, Peterlee SR8 4LD 

9.9 111 reviews
"I am always happy here. I like to join in with activities and staff are really nice. They deserve a pay rise.…"   Read all 111 reviews
Group/Owner HC-One

Jack Dormand Care Home, situated just off the coast in the town of Peterlee, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential, nursing and nursing dementia care. The home offers a comfortable environment for all residents… Read more about Jack Dormand Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 43 Rooms from £1,068 / 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
Lothian House Care Home

Clyde Terrace, Spennymoor DL16 7SG 

9.9 207 reviews
"When looking for a care home, this was the first place we visited. I didn't feel the need to look any further. The care home is spotless,…"   Read all 207 reviews
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 such as on-site hair salon, landscaped gardens… Read more about Lothian House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 48 Rooms from £1,207 / 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
Grampian Court Care Home

Grampian Drive, Peterlee SR8 2LR 

9.9 215 reviews
"My aunt has resided at Grampian Court Care Home for approx 2 years. I could not praise the staff (ALL STAFF) highly enough. They very…"   Read all 215 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
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

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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
Stoneleigh Care Home

Durham Road, Annfield Plain, Stanley DH9 7XH 

9.8 172 reviews
"Staff fantastic, feel always welcome. The home is very clean, care excellent, staff lovely. I would recommend this home to anyone…"   Read all 172 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
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
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
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 

9.8 189 reviews
"My mother was in IC unit, she had a very good experience as all staff could not do enough to help in all ways. I would recommend Ashwood as…"   Read all 189 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
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
Greenways Court Care Home

Delves Lane, Consett DH8 7EE 

9.8 152 reviews
"My father has recently moved into this facility, he is very happy there, I am very pleased with the staff and the carers they have made him…"   Read all 152 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
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
Bishopsgate Lodge Care Home

15 Hexham Street, Bishop Auckland DL14 7PU 

9.7 61 reviews
"I would reccommend Bishopgate lodge for your loved ones care needs ,my mother is so well cared for and happy when she goes in for her…"   Read all 61 reviews

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 from a range of lovely dining areas where they… Read more about Bishopsgate Lodge Care Home

  • 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
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 51 Rooms from £1,180 / 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
Redwell Hills Care Home

St Ives Road, Leadgate, Consett DH8 7SN 

9.6 50 reviews
"Thank you Redwell Hills for the lovely birthday party you gave my mother in March. It was a wonderful afternoon with flowers, balloons and…"   Read all 50 reviews

Redwell Hills Care Home is located near Consett in Leadgate and is close to shops, public transport and amenities. The service provides residential care for people who need support with everyday activities such as washing, dressing or eating, as well… Read more about Redwell Hills Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 47 Rooms from £1,225 / week
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
Yohden Hall Care Complex

Hesleden Road, Blackhall Colliery, Blackhall, Hartlepool TS27 4LH 

9.5 94 reviews
"As a friend of one of your residents i have noticed that my friend is being well cared for and is treated with respect and dignity- there…"   Read all 94 reviews

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

  • 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
  • 77 Rooms from £1,193 / week
Hollie Hill Care Home

Durham Road, Stanley DH9 6QZ 

9.5 77 reviews
"Staff are all very kind and caring. My dad has not been in long, but I can tell straight away that the staff will look after him and treat…"   Read all 77 reviews

Hollie Hill Care Home is located in Stanley in County Durham. This purpose built care home provides residential, nursing and dementia care for the frail elderly and for those requiring dementia care and support. The home also offers short stays or… Read more about Hollie Hill Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 62 Rooms from £1,390 / week
Barchester Hawthorns Care Home

O'Neill Drive, North Blunts, Peterlee SR8 5UP 

9.4 59 reviews
"My father attended hospital on the 14/06/25, a lady from the Eppleton Suite assisted him. All the staff from the hospital commented on how…"   Read all 59 reviews

The Hawthorns makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and also skilled in care and support for physical disabilities and dementia. A… Read more about Barchester Hawthorns Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 108 Rooms