Bracebridge Court

Friary Road, Atherstone CV9 3AL
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  • Bracebridge Court, Atherstone
Bracebridge Court is a 2013 addition to the Runwood Homes portfolio, offering a secure and homely environment for personalised care.

The home is registered for adults and is part of care provider Runwood Homes' expanding range, which is highly-regarded in the sector for the difference made to the lives of older and vulnerable people.

A positive environment is organised to support personal freedoms and interests, achieving professional care and prioritising good emotional well-being.

Bracebridge Court is a 66 bed home situated in Atherstone, North Warwickshire. Bracebridge has recently undergone a large extension and modernisation and this spacious home provides expert care and great facilities for older people, including those living with dementia.

It strives to create a homely environment at Bracebridge Court and carers listen carefully to what residents would like to do to make the day enjoyable.

All of the bedrooms are beautifully furnished, with en-suite bathroom facilities and staff prioritise the preservation of the personal freedoms and interests of residents.

There is a dedicated area for dementia care, designed to enable residents to maintain their independence in a safe environment.

Staff take great pride in activities and the activity programme ensures that residents remain stimulated and engaged.

Activity coordinators take into account residents' hobbies, needs and interests, to ensure that the programme includes and entertains all residents of Bracebridge Court.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 66 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1350 – £1493
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1350 – £1493
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1450 – £1593
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1450 – £1593

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

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Sarah Ford (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Admission is confirmed upon a satisfactory pre-admission assessment and confirmation that the needs of the potential resident can be met.
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (66)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)

Visiting

  • Upon arriving at the home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. The home kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps maintain an accurate record of who is in the building.
    In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.

Parking

  • The home includes dedicated parking spaces.

Bracebridge Court Reviews (142)

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Bracebridge Court has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.547) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bracebridge Court has 142 reviews.

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Review from Jane C (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 April 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have nothing but praise for this care home. My first criteria when searching for a home for both my parents was one that felt friendly, warm and welcoming and had no odours when I first visited. Bracebridge Court continues to fulfill these requirements. The care, love and attention given to both
my parents and myself have helped me through a very difficult time. The help and support given to us during my Father's last days and hours were excellent. My Mother continues to live at Bracebridge Court and I know is in safe hands. My Father, in his latter weeks was not always the easiest person to deal with, but the staff managed him admirably and I have nothing but praise for all the staff. Everyone is always welcoming, friendly and eager to help in any way they can. More importantly, there is always cake available in the Cafe!

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Review from Paul T (Son of Resident) published on 24 April 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Management and staff cannot be praised highly enough for the way they cared for my dying father. As a GP I see many care homes and Bracebridge Court is right up at the top in my opinion. I would recommend them without the slightest reservation.

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Review from Peter W (Son of Resident) published on 13 April 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been on an end of life plan since mid 2016, but unfortunately passed away at the beginning of April 2017. The care that was given to mum was second to none, as was the support given to our family. I cannot speak highly enough of the manager and all the carers. Mum had been a resident at Bracebridge
since September 2012. In her first 3 years, mum joined in with lots of activities ie bingo, flower arranging, pickling onions, colouring competitions as well as going on day trips. She became less active as her dementia got worse but the staff were excellent in everything they did for mum. Thank you to everyone at Bracebridge Court.

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Review from Dawn W (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A brilliant care home where the residents are looked after with compassion and professionalism. I would not hesitate to recommend Bracebridge Court to anyone. A happy place.

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Review from L W (Niece of Resident) published on 27 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What a warm, welcoming place! The décor is amazing - not the same usual wallpaper all the way through but different colours and themes in different areas. Carers are respectful and demonstrate friendliness and caring towards residents and visitors. Rooms are spacious and private. I especially loved
the visitors café where you could sit with residents and have a cup of tea or coffee out of real china cups and saucers, with a teapot and cake.

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Review from JW (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has been in the home for a few months and 'loves it'. The staff are kind and caring and nothing is too much trouble and the manager and management are so helpful and always available if you have a query.

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Review from N E A (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 7 December 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Problem I had has been sorted. Everything OK now.

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Review from G S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'm very pleased with home lovely and clean. Staff really nice, they look after my mother-in-law great. I would recommend this home to my friends for their family.

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Review from Marie C (Sister of Resident) published on 18 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My friend has recently moved into Bracebridge Court as she was so lonely and anxious living on her own. The carers are great and treat the residents like their own, they are friendly and fun as well as being caring. Right from the manager visiting us as home, to moving in was a nice experience and helped
us to know she had made the right choice to move to a care home.

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Review from Paul G (Son of Resident) published on 9 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My father was moved to Bracebridge Court from another Care Home and he seemed to enjoy his time there before he sadly passed away.


The room was clean and the Home had a new and pleasant feel and smell to it.


The only downside that I could see was that the staff seemed to be very stretched. An

example is that I gave my father a framed photo for the wall, but in all the time he was there, it was never put up for him.

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Review from Keith L (Regular Volunteer) published on 24 October 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Over the couple of years that I have been volunteering at Bracebridge Court I have been impressed by the very high care that is given to the residents. The residents are encouraged to join in the many and varied activities.

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Review from Karen R (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We had concerns how Dad would settle with the move from another home to Bracebridge. The move was handled very well. The care and support he received were wonderful. He felt at home there and we were happy to leave him in the care of the home, knowing he was safe. Thank you all.

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Review from Christine M (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bracebridge Court is a very nice care home. It is very clean, modern has lots of facilities and activities. The staff are very friendly and supportive and always treat the residents with the utmost dignity. My mother always appears safe and content. Other residents appear content too! She has only been
here a year and will shortly be moving back to Nuneaton, the only reason being is it's only five minutes away from where I live.

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Review from Chris M (Grandson of Resident) published on 22 July 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Whenever I visit my gran I am always made to feel welcome. My gran is always clean and well looked after. Her room is clean and has got all the facilities for her needs. My gran always tells me how nice the meals are.

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Review from Tony H (Resident) published on 6 June 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Bracebridge Court offers me everything I need, I use it for respite care and find it pleasing, I am happy and safe. The atmosphere at Bracebridge Court is lovely. The staff relate to me really well, as a carer histrionically myself I can't fault them.

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Review from Richard (Son of Resident) published on 27 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother moved into this care home ten weeks ago after a few respite stays. The standard of care on every occasion has been excellent, the staff are very friendly and helpful nothing is too much trouble. When there's been a problem with my mum's health they are quick to react and keep the family informed
and take really good care of her.

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Review from Gemma F (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 18 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandmother and her sister are residents in the home. The staff are lovely and treat residents with respect - as if they are their family. When my nan's sister passed away they cared for her, and us, fantastically - they never left her bedside, everything was logged as it should be, even the district
nurses said how much the home and it's staff were the best in the area.
Knowing they treat the residents very well is a weight off our minds, nothing is too much trouble. The care and support they gave to the wider family when my aunt passed away was an enormous help - it made an upsetting time more bearable. My nan is happy at Bracebridge. The manager is fantastic and interacts with all residents and families. In short - this is a brilliant home with fabulous staff.

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Review from B T (Niece of Resident) published on 1 February 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My uncle has just gone in and already we can see it is run with such love and care, they are all great.

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Review from M S (Sister of Resident) published on 1 February 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As always everything is fine with my brother. He is very settled and happy. Staff are excellent at their jobs and are very helpful and friendly.

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Review from P S (Husband of Resident) published on 18 January 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife has lived at Bracebridge for 3 years and has been very happy and settled. The staff are very welcoming and pleasant. Excellent.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.547)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.547) out of 10 for Bracebridge Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.547 for Bracebridge Court is calculated as follows: ( (124 Excellents x 5) + (83 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 214 Ratings = 4.547

  • b) 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 Bracebridge Court is based on 18 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 66 registered maximum number of service users is 13.2, which has been reached with 18 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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: 13 Sep 2018

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    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (3)

Kimberley

Kimberley Grantham

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2017

I joined Runwood Homes in 2017 as a Care Team Leader, having previously worked as a Care Assistant in both the private sector and the NHS. With the support of Runwood Homes, I progressed to Deputy Manager, a role I held for five years. In 2025, I was delighted to take on the position of Home Manager at Bracebridge Court.


Outside of work, I’m a proud mum of two girls and love spending my free time taking them on adventures and enjoying quality time together.

Donna

Donna Bartlam

Job Title: Care Team Leader

Joined: 2015

My name is Donna. I have worked at Bracebridge Court care home for 9 years. I started as a care assistant, then changed my role to Lifestyle Coordinator. I have been in my role now for 7 years. My responsibilities are to plan and conduct activities that bring joy and well-being to our residents; also, I arrange day trips and fetes to raise funds for the home.


I do additional roles at Bracebridge Court, as Care Team Leader on weekends. I also do banking during the week. I have been doing this position for 4 years. I have a passion for caregiving, and I enjoy my job role.


I find it rewarding to see the resident's smiles, and I'm deeply committed to Bracebridge Court. When I am not working, I like to socialise with my family and friends.

Elaine

Elaine Brown

Job Title: Lifestyle Coordinator

My name is Elaine. I work alongside Donna as her Lifestyle Coordinator support. I've worked for the company for 8 years, 6 years as a night shift care assistant. After a period of convalescing, I returned to the company as a Lifestyle Coordinator support and have been doing this for 7 months now. My role involves enhancing the quality of life of our residents.


I ensure all residents have access to a variety of activities. We enjoy our chats and days out.


In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and going on holiday.

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