Nynehead Court

Nynehead, Wellington TA21 0BW
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  • Nynehead Court, Wellington
At Nynehead Court, the team don’t just offer care—the team craft an experience as unique as each resident. From personalised wellness plans and thoughtfully prepared meals to attentive, one-on-one support, the team's boutique approach ensures every individual receives the care they deserve. Here, every interaction is rooted in understanding, every moment is enriched with genuine warmth, and every resident is celebrated for their individuality. Within the storied walls of the historic manor house and the serene beauty of the 13-acre estate, the team provide more than just a place to live—the team create a home where every resident truly thrives.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel the difference—Nynehead Court is more than just a place to live, it’s a sanctuary where care is tailored to you. Set within meticulously tended parkland, the home provides not just breathtaking beauty, but thoughtful, individualised support. Whether it’s a favourite garden bench for quiet reflection, personalised wellness programmes, or attentive caregivers who understand the little details that matter most, the team ensure every resident feels truly at home. Every aspect—from the grand architecture to the peaceful pathways—creates an atmosphere of comfort, wellbeing, and genuine connection.

The rich history is matched only by forward-thinking approach to retirement living, where every resident’s journey is uniquely supported. Nynehead Court seamlessly blends the charm of its storied past with the comforts of contemporary living, ensuring that each individual enjoys the best of both worlds—heritage and modernity, independence and community, luxury and warmth. Situated just 1.5 miles from Wellington and 7 miles from Taunton, the idyllic location offers the perfect balance of secluded tranquillity and easy access to local amenities, so residents can enjoy both serene retreat and vibrant engagement at their own pace.

Care Provided by Nynehead Court

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 44 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • 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

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1600 – £2000
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1599 – £2000
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1599
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1600

Nynehead Court offers respite care at £1,600 per week for the first two weeks. If the stay extends beyond two weeks, the rate transitions to standard room rates, with a reassessment after one month.
This flexible approach ensures that residents receive the appropriate level of care while accommodating their individual needs.

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

Contact Nynehead Court to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Contact Nynehead Court to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Owner

  • Nynehead Care Ltd

Person in Charge

  • Kim Horton (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2016
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (38)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (10)

Visiting

  • Nynehead Court has an open visitor policy, allowing family and friends to visit residents at any time. The home encourages a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring that loved ones can spend quality time together without restrictions.
    For those interested in exploring Nynehead Court, the home also hosts special open days where visitors can tour the grounds, meet the team, and experience the warm community firsthand

Parking

  • Nynehead Court offers ample parking, making visits convenient for residents' families and guests. Whether you're coming for a short visit or attending a special event, parking is readily available on-site.

9.8

Nynehead Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.846) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nynehead Court has 50 reviews.

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Review from Nikki R (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mother has found it hard to accept her loss of independence, but as she could no longer look after herself well or safely in her own home and as a sociable person, Nynehead Court has proved an excellent solution.
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Review from Peter P H (Son of Resident) published on 20 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nynehead provides excellent all round facilities and all staff are professional and work hard to ensure that my mother enjoys the best quality of life. This reflects a general thoughtful and respectful approach which balances the provision of appropriate care with concern to ensure a high degree of
independence and dignity.
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Review from John (Son of Resident) published on 20 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was at Nynehead Court after over 6 months in and out of hospital. He was very well cared for and although our family knew that my father was terminally ill, we were greatly comforted to know that he was supported by the wonderful caring staff and in the beautiful surroundings at Nynehead Court.
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Review from John L (Son of Resident) published on 20 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother had been a resident at Nynehead Court for 3 years, where she was extremely happy and very well looked after. When she was first admitted, she moved under pressure from her children, firm in the belief that she would not like the environment. However, within two weeks she had wondered why
she had not made the move earlier!


The setting and grounds are truly gracious but it is the genuine friendliness of all the staff, which sets Nynehead Court on a pedestal. Nynehead Court is not like a care home at all, it is a hub of activity and a genuine part of the local community where fetes, concerts, big breakfasts, hunt meets, art exhibitions, displays, classes, community meetings and numerous events are held to ensure that the residents are a part of the outside community. There are also daily outings to places of interest and a regular changing calendar of activities to keep residents interest in whatever they like.


Nynehead Court is special in every respect.

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Review from Mark (Son of Resident) published on 20 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As you enter Nynehead Court you feel like you are entering a stately home but it still has a comfortable, homely feel about it. It is situated in lovely grounds. When I visit my mother there is always a relaxed, genuine welcome from the staff. I feel quite at home sitting in her room, as it is filled
with her own furniture, or accompanying her to meals in the dining room. The management and staff are friendly, relaxed and attentive and, more important than anything else, very caring.
My mother moved into Nynehead Court about two and a half years ago when she could no longer cope at home. She participates in many of the activities and outings and attends Sunday service at All Saints church which is in the grounds of Nynehead Court.
She tells me, "If you do need to live in a residential care home, this is the best one to be in."
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Review from V L L (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 20 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We first found Nynehead Court because after researching more than 20 care homes, it was the only one willing or able to offer short term respite care when we needed it for my elderly father in law. After a month's stay, we realised that Nynehead offered a much better living arrangement for him than
we could provide in our own home so we moved him there permanently. This has been an excellent decision, he is cared for, his meals are prepared to his satisfaction, he has activities and entertainment and a lovely garden in which to roam. We know he is safe. The staff are friendly and responsive to our inquiries and requests and although the cost is high, the financial arrangements are fair and clearly documented.
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Review from Jenny (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
There is a lovely atmosphere at Nynehead Court. Staff know residents names and use them all the time. They have time to have a chat with residents and exchange some gentle banter and teasing. The surroundings are more like a country house hotel than a care home. The welcoming drawing room is beautifully
furnished with a roaring fire in the winter. The chairs and tables are grouped as they would be in a hotel rather than arranged around the edge of the room as in many care homes. The activities staff organise an interesting variety of activities and trips and they get to know the residents and the activities that they will enjoy. A particular advantage of Nynehead Court is the relationship with the local community. Residents are able to be involved in, and attend, a number of local events. The meals at Nynehead are very good with an interesting and varied menu. Visitors are always welcome to join residents for meals. The gardens at Nynehead Court are a wonderful asset for the residents.
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Review from Lyn (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 24 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As we arrived we were met by the manager and care staff who assisted in bringing things to my room and were full of smiles. The room had been set for me and dressed with a new bowl of beautiful sweetpeas. I was made very comfortable and all information about the room and facilities were explained to
me. During my stay, I had my hair done and was given a bath. I met the chef who provided me with food to suit my needs. All the staff were very kind especially a gentleman who was very nice and helpful, he wheeled me around the grounds each day on the last day he took me around in the buggy. My visitors were all treated with respect and they commented on how helpful and courteous the staff are. I will go again.
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Review from Sue K (Niece of Resident) published on 2 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Aunt was a resident at Nynehead Court for over 3 years, both in the residential home and the dementia unit. She was extremely well cared for during her time and was only moved to another care home for family reasons. The staff are most caring and considerate of residents needs and show great respect
to all their residents. The food is excellent and the rooms are always very clean. My family and I would have no hesitation in recommending Nynehead Court to anyone with an elderly relative who would certainly benefit from living in these beautiful surroundings.
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Review from Helen J (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The setting is beautiful, the grounds idyllic, and the staff were cheerful, caring and professional.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.846)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.846) out of 10 for Nynehead Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 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 4.846 for Nynehead Court is calculated as follows: ( (111 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 130 Ratings = 4.846
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Nynehead Court is based on 11 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    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 44 registered maximum number of service users is 8.8, which has been reached with 11 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: 25 Mar 2020

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (8)

Kim

Kim Horton

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2004

Kim's journey at Nynehead Court is truly inspiring. Starting at just sixteen in the pantry, she steadily worked her way up through dedication and continuous learning. Completing her NVQs in Health and Social Care, she progressed from a carer to a senior role, then head of Mulberry Wing, and eventually head of care. Her deep understanding of the home and commitment to high-quality care made her the perfect choice to step into the manager role in April 2025.
Her story reflects the values of Nynehead Court—nurturing talent, fostering growth, and ensuring residents receive the best possible care.

Hayley

Hayley Studley

Job Title: Head of Care -Days Joined: 2016

Hayley’s journey at Nynehead Court is a testament to dedication and professional growth. Since joining in 2016, she has steadily advanced, completing her NVQs—including NVQ 5—and taking on increasing responsibilities. Like Kim, she has worked her way up, now leading the care staff while still actively participating in senior shifts.
Her hands-on approach and diverse skill set make her an invaluable part of the team, ensuring residents receive the highest quality care.

Kevin

Kevin Aldridge

Job Title: Head Chef Joined: 2015

Kevin, as Nynehead Court’s head chef, plays a vital role in ensuring residents enjoy high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs. With extensive catering experience, he leads his team in delivering nutritious and delicious food while maintaining a high standard of diet and hydration.
Beyond daily meals, Kevin also excels in catering for special occasions, bringing creativity and expertise to celebratory events at Nynehead Court. His dedication to fresh ingredients and thoughtful preparation enhances the dining experience for residents.

Helen

Helen Hill

Job Title: Activities Coordinator Joined: 2019

Helen plays a vital role as Nynehead Court’s Activities Coordinator, ensuring that residents enjoy a vibrant and engaging lifestyle. She carefully plans activities that cater to individual needs, making sure that new residents feel included and welcomed.
Helen also organizes special events throughout the year, bringing joy and meaningful experiences to the community. Her dedication has even earned her recognition—she was a finalist in the Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care Awards, celebrated for her creativity and commitment to residents.

Justin

Justin Cole

Job Title: Head Gardener Joined: 2001

I completed a YTS in Horticulture at Cannington College and my day release placement was at a Care Home, working with the Head Gardener on their 9 acres of formal gardens. I hold NVQ Levels 1 and 2 and a City & Guilds qualification in Amenity Horticulture. I worked at the home for 4 years before moving to Monkton Elm Garden Centre, where I worked for 3 years in Commercial Horticulture and gained valuable experience of plants and the industry.


I joined Nynehead Court in 2001 as Assistant to the Head Gardener, and during this time I gained the Advanced National Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3) and took the RHS General Exam. I became Head Gardener in 2009, and now look after the home's impressive 18 acres of historic parkland.


I have been at Nynehead Court for over 19 years and love the history of the gardens, which I share with residents and visitors. Some of the trees are over 400 years old and are a joy to be around.

Oscar

Oscar White

Job Title: Head of Maintenance Joined: 2019

Oscar is truly the go-to problem solver at Nynehead Court! Like the home’s very own Bob the Builder, he ensures that everything runs smoothly, supporting both staff and residents with his expertise in maintenance. Whether it’s fixing things quickly or making sure the home remains a comfortable and safe environment, Oscar’s dedication is invaluable.
His role is essential in keeping Nynehead Court in top condition, ensuring that residents' needs are always a priority.

Hannah

Hannah Marriner

Job Title: Housekeeper Joined: 2022

Hannah plays a crucial role as Nynehead Court’s housekeeper, ensuring that the home maintains the highest standards of cleanliness and comfort. She works closely with her team to create a welcoming and well-kept environment for residents.
Nynehead Court’s dedication to housekeeping excellence was even recognized with the Quality in Housekeeping Award at the 2024 Caring UK Awards. This reflects the commitment of Hannah and her team to providing a space that feels like home for every resident.

Sue

Sue Manning

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 1991

I started working at Nynehead Court as a carer on day shifts in February 1991. After a few years and completing my NVQ in Health & Social Care I became a Senior Care Co-ordinator, I enjoyed coming to work and caring for our residents. In 2015, after having an operation on my knee that did not go as planned I returned to work but helping in the office. I was offered the Administrator role, and did some external bookkeeping classes to help me. I absolutely love the job I am doing now and working with a great team here at Nynehead Court.

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