Burnworthy House

South Street, South Petherton TA13 5AD
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  • Burnworthy House, South Petherton
Situated in South Petherton, near to the centre of the village, this is a home from home which prides itself on offering exceptional care.

The experienced, fully trained staff ensure the best person-centred care available. Rooms are homely and comfortable, and residents are encouraged to personalise their bedrooms - most of which are ensuite.

The gardens, complete with bandstand, are beautiful and often welcome the community in to host a range of events here. There are activities on offer for residents seven days a week, and visitors are welcome anytime.
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Care Provided by Burnworthy House

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 37 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1330 – £1530
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1330 – £1530
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1330 – £1530
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1330 – £1530

Burnworthy House fees generally range from £1,330 – £1,530 per week, adjusted to individual care requirements.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Burnworthy House to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Burnworthy 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)

Contact Burnworthy House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Alison Tiltman (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (37)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (2)

Burnworthy House Reviews (107)

9.7

Burnworthy House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.736) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Burnworthy House has 107 reviews.

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Review from Mo T (Wife of Resident) published on 10 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Burnworthy House is all it say's it is, I was fully satisfied with Brian's stay with you.
I would fully recommend it to others. You may see Brian again.
Thank you all the lovely carers.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseDear Mo, thank you for sharing your feedback for Brian's respite stay at Burnworthy House in South Petherton. We would be delighted to welcome him back again, and will share your kind words with the team.
Best regards,
Burnworthy House
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Review from Rob C (Son of Resident) published on 5 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum is looked after really well, and am pleased with all the facilities here.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseThank you for your kind words. We're delighted to hear you're happy with the care your mum receives and the facilities we provide. Best regards, Burnworthy House
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Review from Michael G (Son of Resident) published on 3 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has reside at Burnworthy House for 18 months. I cannot speak highly enough of the care that Dad receives.
Dad wants for nothing and from my own observations the staff are superb in their interaction, not only with Dad but also other residents.
Knowing that Dad is happy has taken a huge weight
off of our shoulders.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseThank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear your father is happy and well cared for at Burnworthy House. Knowing that our support gives you peace of mind means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your feedback. Best regards, Burnworthy House
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Review from Susie S (Friend of Resident) published on 5 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visit a resident every Friday afternoon and also join in with the chair exercises, followed by a cup of tea.
The residents I see are very happy, fullfilled & content. The staff are extremely caring & helpful & spend time with residents. Generally, the ambience is calm.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseDear Susie, thank you for your lovely review! We love welcoming you to Burnworthy House to visit your friend each week, and we really value your feedback. To read that you rate every aspect of your experience as 5-star is wonderful, and we will share your review with the team. We look forward to seeing you again, soon.Best regards,Burnworthy House
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Review from J D (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been very impressed with all of the staff and facilities and feel mum is in the right location, I love the activities and events you arrange and wish mum took part more, but appreciate she is slowly declining. A Big Thank you.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseThank you so much for your kind words about the care and support your Mum receives at Burnworthy House. It is our mission to support her to feel at home, and to ensure that you have confidence in the care she receives - your feedback and ratings mean the world. Thank you.
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Review from Candida H (Friend of Resident) published on 8 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely home from home. Friendly staff. Very clean with bright welcoming facilities.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseDear Candida, thank you so much for leaving a 5-star review for Burnworthy House in South Petherton. We are so pleased that you rate our environment, facilities and staff team so highly. Best regards,Burnworthy House
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Review from Toby G (Son of Resident) published on 23 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Burnworthy House is a brilliant, well-managed facility. They cared for my mother for 3 years until she passed away in February 2025. I cannot praise highly enough every member of staff who loved and cared for my mother. They all made her life there very enjoyable. Thank you to Burnworthy from all of
my mother's family and friends.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseDear Toby,Thank you for your kind words about Burnworthy House. It was a privilege to care for your dear mother during her final precious months. Our thoughts remain with you, and all of your mother's family and friends. Best regards,Burnworthy House
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Review from Penny J (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been at Burnworthy since December 2023. The staff are fantastic throughout all levels. They keep me informed on all aspects of Mum's care.
Mum is well cared for and settled at Burnworthy. It's a real home from home.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseDear Penny, thank you for sharing your valued feedback for Burnworthy House. It means the world to us that your Mum is happy and feels at home, in our care. Best regards,Burnworthy House
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Review from Christopher J (Son of Resident) published on 13 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has been at Burnworthy for just over 6 months suffering from very limited physical capabilities as well as Alzheimer's. Our mother had done had a great job caring for him at home for as long as she possibly could. We all naturally worry about what a care home experience might be like for our
loved ones, but we as a family have frankly been overjoyed by how incredibly caring the management and staff have been. We even asked them to look after our mother for a limited respite period. They treat us as family and I would have no hesitation recommending Burnworthy.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy Housethank you for your lovely feedback for Burnworthy House. We are so pleased to hear that your experience as a family has helped to provide reassurance and comfort, as well as the care and support both of your parents need. A very warm welcome to the Burnworthy family!Best regards,Somerset Care
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Review from Susan H (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been at Burnworthy House for nearly two and a half years, during that time, her care has been consistently good. The staff are all very attentive and caring towards her. There is always a range of activities for her to take part in and regular outings which Mum really enjoys. I am very
happy with the care my mum gets and she is very happy living at Burnworthy.
Reply from Burnworthy House, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseDear Susan, thank you so much for your kind words about your mother's care at Burnworthy House. Your lovely feedback means a lot to us all. Best regards, Somerset Care.
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Review from John H (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 22 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law has now been living in Burnworthy House for nearly two and a half years. She has been cared for very well, particularly after her fall in July 2023 which resulted in a broken hip and subsequent loss of mobility.
As far as I can see, all her needs are taken care of by the staff who
are all very friendly, patient and helpful.
Reply from Somerset Care, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseDear John, thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your mother-in-law's experience at Burnworthy House and for your kind words about the care she receives here. We will be sure to share your feedback with the team. Best regards, Somerset Care.
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Review from Farah M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great staff and service, thank you.
Reply from Somerset Care, Somerset Care at Burnworthy HouseThank you for taking the time to leave a 5* review for Burnworthy House. Your feedback is much appreciated.
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Review from M M (Nephew of Resident) published on 27 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Burnworthy House team were very attentive and engaged with my family member who was in the last weeks of life. The "welcome home" reception upon return from hospital was clearly uplifting for my aunt and made her last weeks comfortable and peaceful.
My aunt died at Burnworthy after more than seven
years of careful, engaging attention and care from the team. In particular, Burnworthy's help and efficiency in the days before and after my aunt's death were very highly valued and appreciated.
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Review from Jane G (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 12 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father-in-law has settled in very happily at Burnworthy House. The staff have done so much to make him feel safe, welcome and supported. They go above and beyond to create such a homely, happy environment and it helps us to feel reassured that he is being cared for at a level that meets his needs.
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you to the manager and all the staff for your commitment and dedication to him and our family.
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Review from Clive T (Son of Resident) published on 11 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been very fortunate that our mother came to stay in Burnworthy House some five years ago. She has been well looked after and despite becoming increasingly frail, she has been happy.
Staff have all always been very friendly and helpful and this year they made a real effort to make a milestone
birthday a very special and memorable event.
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Review from J B (Goddaughter of Resident) published on 1 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visited to join the celebrations for my aunt's 100th birthday. Everyone was so welcoming and seeing all the residents gathered together and enjoying themselves. The care and attention given to all residents was subtle but full of kindness and respect. Well done!
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Review from G H (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Burnworthy recently hosted a wonderful day for my mother's 100th Birthday - there were owls (!), balloons, cake, a card from the King and Queen. A staff member had made contact with some of Mum's old pupils and it was wonderful to see some of them there.
Very many thanks to all concerned.
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Review from M T (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The family enjoyed a wonderful 100th Birthday celebration organised by Burnworthy. Carers and other residents joined in and a good time was had by all.
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Review from Jacqueline W (Niece of Resident) published on 9 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a relief to walk into a nursing home with happy and friendly staff, clean and happy residents, lots of laughs. Spotless condition, smelt lovely and lots for the residents to participate in. This home must be a paradise for some of those lucky residents.
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Review from Gillian M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 16 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is my first experience of needing a placement in a residential care home. The staff could not have made a better impression! So warm and welcoming. Every effort has been made to make Mum feel at home and relaxed. Each time we visit, we are welcomed like family members. So lucky to have found Burnworthy!
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.736)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.736) out of 10 for Burnworthy House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.886 for Burnworthy House is calculated as follows: ( (151 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 167 Ratings = 4.886
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.85 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Burnworthy House is based on 14 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.85
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 37 registered maximum number of service users is 7.4, which has been reached with 14 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 16 Oct 2021

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Alison

Alison Tiltman

Job Title: Registered Manager

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself, my name is Alison, and I am proud to be the manager of Burnworthy House.


My passion for care services started from an early age, as I was introduced to this career path by my late mother who worked in a residential care home all her working life and installed the benchmark I aim to work to – “would I accept this for my family?”.


I started my own career path in care in 1996 as a domiciliary care worker, and for the last 26 years I have worked various roles covering the many different aspect of care. These have included being a care coordinator, trainer, risk assessor, quality supervisor, deputy, and interim manager.


I hold an NVQ level 3 in health and social care, NVQ Level 5 in leadership for health and social care and several other qualifications including a trainer the trainer in moving and handling.


When not working I enjoy reading, going to aqua aerobics, spending time with my family including my dog (Max) and eating cake.


I look forward to meeting you and working together to make new moments and memories with you and your loved ones.

Frequently Asked Questions about Burnworthy House

What types of Care is Burnworthy House registered for?

Older Person Care & Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Burnworthy House have?

There are 37 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Burnworthy House?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Burnworthy House to the centre of South Petherton?

0.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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