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A truly dedicated team provide friendly and tailored 24-hour care for residents in a comfortable environment where residents are encouraged to maintain their independence and continue to make decisions about how they wish to live their lives.
Daily activities and entertainment for residents are many and varied and include regular...
Watermoor House offers residential and respite care in a warm and welcoming home, set in a quiet leafy area of Cirencester.
A truly dedicated team provide friendly and tailored 24-hour care for residents in a comfortable environment where residents are encouraged to maintain their independence and continue to make decisions about how they wish to live their lives.
Daily activities and entertainment for residents are many and varied and include regular outings to local attractions. The en-suite rooms are attractively decorated and the home prides itself on serving traditional home-cooked food.
Care Provided by Watermoor House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 39 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our fees include a comprehensive package of services to ensure that all of your needs are met without worrying about unexpected costs. This covers all of your care needs 24 hours a day, a comfortable room, three home-cooked meals per day plus snacks and hot drinks, a wide range of trips and activities, management of your medications, and use of our beautiful gardens and communal facilities.
Pricing is subject to the room selected, through individual choice and an assessment of care needs.
Respite stays are charged from £230 per day, for periods from one day to several weeks.
Fees were last reviewed in May 2026.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Watermoor House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Watermoor House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Owner
- Watermoor House (RCH)
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Susan Owen (Chair of Trustees)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2010
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (37)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
Parking
- Please park in the available spaces directly in front of the house or in the adjoining complimentary car park.
Watermoor House Reviews (35)
Watermoor House has a Review Score of 7.2 (7.239) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Watermoor House has 35 reviews.
My mother was extremely poorly when she came to Watermoor House. The staff were extremely professional and efficient and very caring towards her. Nothing was too much trouble. In the past few weeks Watermoor House has made a massive difference to my Mum's quality of life in her remaining years. We...
My mother was extremely poorly when she came to Watermoor House. The staff were extremely professional and efficient and very caring towards her. Nothing was too much trouble. In the past few weeks Watermoor House has made a massive difference to my Mum's quality of life in her remaining years. We cannot express how amazing the staff have been in a short time here and most importantly Mum is happy and well cared for.
Thank you very much for your review of Watermoor House!
Always a friendly welcoming greeting on arrival and departure. Staff always make time to talk at a moments notice. Too many expensive bank staff are used - meaning unfamiliar faces/staff for residents. Food is often not cooked to Mothers liking meaning she doesn't eat it - eating alone in her room...
Always a friendly welcoming greeting on arrival and departure. Staff always make time to talk at a moments notice. Too many expensive bank staff are used - meaning unfamiliar faces/staff for residents. Food is often not cooked to Mothers liking meaning she doesn't eat it - eating alone in her room has now become a habit rather than a need/necessity.
Thank you for your review. It's great that the great caring staff are recognised and we'd love to chat with you about areas we could improve.
Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Too much food - smaller helpings would be better.
Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Too much food - smaller helpings would be better.
Thank you for your review, all feedback is appreciated. Just to confirm that unfortunately, our Activities Coordinator has been away but we are looking ahead to a comprehensive program and lots to look forward to at Christmas.
I chose this care home as...
I chose this care home as they cater for End Of Life. Immediately my Grandmother was made to feel welcome and encouraged to engage with other residents downstairs. From the cleaners, receptionists, carers, catering and office staff, handyman and entertainment staff, I can't thank them enough!!
Thank you for your review. We are glad that you did come to look at Watermoor House and recognised our commitment to care and warm environment!
I would really recommend...
I would really recommend this care home.
Thank you very much for your lovely review of our home.
My aunt lived at Watermoor until she died nearly two years ago. She was so happy there. When my mother had a bad fall recently and needed some respite care, Watermoor was the only place we'd consider. Over and above the usual things that one looks for in a care home, we met a high number of...
My aunt lived at Watermoor until she died nearly two years ago. She was so happy there. When my mother had a bad fall recently and needed some respite care, Watermoor was the only place we'd consider. Over and above the usual things that one looks for in a care home, we met a high number of staff who remembered my aunt, thus demonstrating continuity of staff and a seemingly low staff turnover - both very important when trying to gauge staff morale. We also noticed residents moving around the home going about their daily routines and it's good to see them being encouraged to remain mobile if they can. I worked in a care home in the catering department for twenty years so have an insight into the trials and tribulations of this type of work, but it's my opinion that Watermoor stands alone in its excellence. I can't fault the way we were received in our hour of need! We're hoping the respite care will become permanent - we're working on it! Thank you one and all, you're amazing.
My mother moved to Watermoor House almost seven years ago. She passed away in July 2017. During that time, both she and I were impressed by the warmth and dedication of the staff.
With the support from managers and the whole team, my mother was able to spend her final days in her own lovely...
My mother moved to Watermoor House almost seven years ago. She passed away in July 2017. During that time, both she and I were impressed by the warmth and dedication of the staff.
With the support from managers and the whole team, my mother was able to spend her final days in her own lovely room. Many of the staff went above and beyond to ensure that she was as comfortable as possible. Our family felt very well supported by all as well.
My mother moved from a care home in Suffolk to Watermoor House ten months ago and has settled really well. Her mobility and mental capacity has improved since she has been in Watermoor House. The staff are all very friendly and caring and Mum is dealt with in a very dignified manner. She is...
My mother moved from a care home in Suffolk to Watermoor House ten months ago and has settled really well. Her mobility and mental capacity has improved since she has been in Watermoor House. The staff are all very friendly and caring and Mum is dealt with in a very dignified manner. She is encouraged to join in with the many varied entertainments and activities and has had several trips out for lunch, which she really enjoys.
The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. There are things in the lounge like bingo, choir, crosswords, scrabble and many other things like outings to a...
The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. There are things in the lounge like bingo, choir, crosswords, scrabble and many other things like outings to a cafe and a picnic on a barge on a canal and other outings. Good fresh food and a lift to the different floor levels.
My mother moved here initially for two weeks respite care but very quickly decided she wanted to stay. The staff are kind and caring but residents are encouraged to be as independent as they are able to be. There is an excellent range of activities and trips to choose from and she is able to have...
My mother moved here initially for two weeks respite care but very quickly decided she wanted to stay. The staff are kind and caring but residents are encouraged to be as independent as they are able to be. There is an excellent range of activities and trips to choose from and she is able to have some of her own furniture items.
Thank you very much for your kind review. We take pride in our service and we are glad to hear this feedback.
We have taken our sister to Watermoor House who really loves the home. The staff are so helpful and nothing is too much trouble. The old house and grounds are beautifully kept. If we take her out, they get her ready for us.
We have taken our sister to Watermoor House who really loves the home. The staff are so helpful and nothing is too much trouble. The old house and grounds are beautifully kept. If we take her out, they get her ready for us.
Thank you so much.
The home is very clean, comfortable and well decorated. The staff are very caring and nothing is too much trouble. I am very happy that my aunt is living here and know that she is well looked after.
The home is very clean, comfortable and well decorated. The staff are very caring and nothing is too much trouble. I am very happy that my aunt is living here and know that she is well looked after.
Thank you very much for your review, your feedback will be passed on to the team.
I have always found the staff very friendly and helpful. They look after mother very well although she can be trying at times. The room is very good, with an outlook onto St. Michaels Field. The rooms are kept clean. The laundry service girls are very good. The entertainment lady is always doing...
I have always found the staff very friendly and helpful. They look after mother very well although she can be trying at times. The room is very good, with an outlook onto St. Michaels Field. The rooms are kept clean. The laundry service girls are very good. The entertainment lady is always doing things for and with the residents. Food is plentiful, if not always to her liking.
Thank you very much for your kind review, Mr S, the feedback will be passed on to the team.
My mother has spent the last four years at this care home and has loved it there. Staff and facilities are excellent. The care and attention she received was always top class and appreciated. She recently passed away and the care was brilliant. The night staff were extremely professional and...
My mother has spent the last four years at this care home and has loved it there. Staff and facilities are excellent. The care and attention she received was always top class and appreciated. She recently passed away and the care was brilliant. The night staff were extremely professional and supportive of both my wife and I at the time of her passing. The home manager and her staff could not do enough to help her and us.
I have lived in the house both the main house and the JM Wing for nine years. I now can't think of any other home i could bear to move to. It is now my family home. The care is the very best you could have, the carers are now my family and i love them dearly. There are up's and downs with likes and...
I have lived in the house both the main house and the JM Wing for nine years. I now can't think of any other home i could bear to move to. It is now my family home. The care is the very best you could have, the carers are now my family and i love them dearly. There are up's and downs with likes and dislikes about the food and menus but i wouldn't leave unless they kick me out!! Thank you for caring.
Our staff were so delighted to read these lovely comments from one of our long stay residents. We all take great pleasure in being part of a very special family that is Watermoor House.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 10 February 2026Requires improvement
- CaringRequires improvement
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Meet the Team (3)

I am an experienced Home Manager, having progressed from a care assistant to management. Gaining experience at every level has helped me to...
I am an experienced Home Manager, having progressed from a care assistant to management. Gaining experience at every level has helped me to understand how a care home needs to operate in order to meet our residents' needs and ensure that they feel comfortable in their homes.
I joined Watermoor House in September 2024 and am enjoying the opportunity to develop the home further from its strong foundations. This beautiful care home has so much to offer - with its lovely setting, caring staff, and wide range of activities for residents - and I am excited to be able to bring my skills and expertise to the organisation.

Janine has lived in the local community for over 30 years, bringing up her family in the idyllic Cotswolds and working a large proportion of her...
Janine has lived in the local community for over 30 years, bringing up her family in the idyllic Cotswolds and working a large proportion of her career in the care industry, mainly in management roles.
Janine hopes her knowledge of the industry, will enhance the services Watermoor provides and looks forward to seeing the positive impact she can make.

Victoria has a background in business and project management, transferring her skills to the care sector within this role.
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