Belvoir Vale

Old Melton Road, Widmerpool, Nottingham NG12 5QL
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Belvoir Vale is situated in Widmerpool, just off the A46 and is registered to provide residential and dementia residential care for up to 62 residents.

The home is designed as a care village incorporating three care homes in grounds of over two acres. The purpose built care homes are ground floor, with all bedrooms having en-suite facilities.

Belvoir Vale has a number of comfortable seating areas, dining rooms, a hair dressing salon and beautiful landscaped gardens. Rutland House is a dementia specialist wing and has a 'memory café', sweet shop and garden room, for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Belvoir Vale has an array of personalised and social activities for residents to participate in, along with good food, companionship and offering residents choice every step of the way.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 62 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1430
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1430

Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen. Please contact us for further information.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Belvoir Vale 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

  • Julie Boylan (Care Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • No Smoking
  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 1997
  • Last Refurbishment: 2010
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (50)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (6)

Visiting

  • No restriction on visiting hours.

Parking

  • On site parking available.

Belvoir Vale Reviews (73)

9.7

Belvoir Vale has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.695) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Belvoir Vale has 73 reviews.

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Review from Jakki P (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank you ALL enough for the kindness and care you have shown Dad. He has truly flourished since being with you. I will never forget how wonderful you all have been and neither will Dad. You've brought him back to life, he's not been this happy in years. THANK YOU.
Reply from Julie Boylan, Home Manager at Belvoir Vale

We are so happy to hear your wonderful feedback, it is a pleasure to care for your dad. We will pass your kind words on to the wider team as it is much appreciated.

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Review from S S (Wife of Resident) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband had six weeks respite care in Belvoir Vale after a stay in hospital. He was extremely well looked after. There were always several members of staff around and they were always cheerful, attentive and willing to help. He as very well fed and gained much needed weight.
We wouldn't hesitate
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Review from Joy B (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I wish mum could stay with you but we have run out of money. I cannot fault the service the staff and management give to my mother. They are amazing! Only one small problem is she has lost her top set of teeth whilst a resident and now her hearing aid. Care, food, cleaning all fantastic. Mum could have
been encouraged to do more activities, that is the only thing of note. Following a stroke her legs could have done with a little exercise.
Reply from Julie Boylan, Home Manager at Belvoir Vale

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we appreciate your kind words and will pass this on to our team.

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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since arriving at Belvoir Vale the care Dad has received has been consistently high, the caring staff have shown kindness, respect and dignity towards Dad whilst settling in which is greatly appreciated. Although the quality of food products (in particular meat and fish) are sometimes below standard
which seems is maybe down to your chosen suppliers resulting in a challenge for any good cook! I know that the female chefs go out of their way to ask Dad daily for his preferences to then make and serve meals they know he'll enjoy. The activities are regular and varied. I hope there may be options for residents that have the capacity to maybe be taken out for a pub lunch or quiz in a more sociable 'non care home' setting. We were so grateful that the bus driver and activities team went above and beyond to help arrange a trip for Dad to go to the races. I found it difficult to rate the management category as I have not yet had the opportunity to meet the Manager of the home.
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Review from R H (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum has settled well over the time she's been here. We like the staff very much indeed. They are helpful, kind and friendly. She would like better food and larger portions.
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Review from L B (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Good management, very well run. Staff work very hard and are very kind to the residents. Good atmosphere among residents, warm and friendly. Parking is a problem. Clean liners excellent and laundry very efficient.
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Review from Richard T (Son of Resident) published on 11 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum passed away recently following many years at Belvoir Vale where my father had also been a resident some time before.The Care is excellent and the staff have much empathy and compassion for the residents.There is very much a Team environment and good communication.
The Home is not standing still
as it is always looking at improving systems, listening to relatives and residents.This is clearly seen within the Activities programme.
Thank you for making my Mum's last few years enjoyable and comfortable.This was her home.
Reply from Laura Nightingale, Commercial Business Partner at Belvoir Vale

Thank you for taking the time to leave this 5 star review, we will pass this on to the team, it will mean a lot to them as they work so hard to make the residents comfotable and happy in their home.

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Review from Tracey G (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum spent five happy years at Belvoir Vale where she thrived. After a couple of respite visits she took the decision to move to the home permanently. Mum quickly made new friends and thoroughly enjoyed all the amazing activities that the home offered. She had dementia but with the move to Belvoir
Vale she was able to relax and she no longer had to worry about the pressures of daily life. Belvoir Vale is extremely well led and all staff go above and beyond in everything they do. They work brilliantly as a team and are highly valued which is clearly reflected in their happiness at work. The standard of care is outstanding and staff all have a great knowledge and understanding of the residents. Everyone is treated as a family member and with compassion and dignity. The rooms are gorgeous and furnished to a high standard. The food is freshly prepared and the residents are given plenty of choice. The home is in a great location set in well maintained beautiful grounds.
Reply from Laura Nightingale, Commercial Business Partner at Belvoir Vale

Thank you for taking the time to leave this fantatic review for Belvoir Vale We're delighted that mum felt relaxed, happy, and supported, and that she enjoyed the activities, the beautiful surroundings, and the sense of community. Your kind words about our team's dedication and compassion mean so much to us.

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Review from Linda R (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was at Belvoir Vale Care home for a couple of years. We can't fault them, staff always amazing, kind & considerate.
Lots of activities for her to join, mini bus to take residents out. The room was always clean. Very pleasant environment.
Very inclusive for friends and family with regular
meetings to discuss concerns & changes.
We'll miss not going into see everyone.
Thank you again
Reply from Laura Nightingale, Commercial Business Partner at Belvoir Vale

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so glad your mum enjoyed her time at Belvoir Vale Care Home. It means a lot to hear that our team, activities, and welcoming environment made a difference. We'll miss seeing you too.

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Review from Colin E (Son of Resident) published on 12 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has only been in the home for two weeks but she's loving it, likes being pampered, likes her room, bed, food, everything really.
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Review from S M (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum is battling Alzheimer's and has been for over 5 years. We've just had her first respite (one week) at BV's dementia unit. I visited many homes before making a decision including large brand new businesses. BV is highly resident-focused, caring, kind, and clean. Mum has put weight on and enjoyed
3 cooked meals/day plus copious drinks and biscuits! She's come home much more mentally alert and is also cheerful - an improvement from pre-respite. Thank you to every staff member who helped us from day one (The two men from Maintenance -moving room furniture around for safety) and to one staff member in particular for helping with baggage on leaving. BV's care staff showed only patience and dedication. A couple of issues I highlighted were dealt with promptly and in full.
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Review from Patrick W (Son of Resident) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Right from day one everything was all we could have wished for.
Nothing was too much trouble and we were kept informed with everything that was happening. All the staff without exception seemed to be focused on one thing, the welfare and comfort of the resident and for that we can't thank them enough,
knowing Dad was getting all the area and attention he needed meant so much. His older brother actually said we always had a fear of care homes but now we have seen this place that fear has gone. Dad was only in for just under 3 weeks but in that time all we can say is thank you for your amazing work in making him comfortable to the end.
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Review from Charlotte M (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am continually impressed by the kindness and care of all staff members, from maintenance, laundry, kitchen, to personal carers, senior nurses and admin. Nothing is too much trouble, residents and family are always welcome at whatever time.
Thank you.
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Review from Helen S (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum resides in Gatehouse, which suits her level of dementia. The staff are wonderful and caring; they look after Mum very well. When I have raised queries or issues, they have been dealt with efficiently and professionally, to my satisfaction.
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Review from Dena B (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has only been here for one week, but in this time, he has enjoyed and settled down to his new life. He thinks he's in a hotel. The food is not bad - missing my food, he tells me! Loves the view from his window (the garden), but, still early days. Thank you for having him; he's a kind, sweet
man and will not bother the staff in any way.
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Review from Brian C (Resident) published on 21 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Pleasant atmosphere. Very good food and cleanliness. Helpful, cheerful staff.
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Review from Yvonne F (Niece of Resident) published on 15 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt has been a resident at the Belvoir Vale care home for two years. During that time she has received excellent care and attention. The staff are simply superb and care about every individual in the home. The organisation and professionalism of the management is exceptional, particularly communication
and meeting the needs of family members visiting the home. We cannot praise the home highly enough. My aunt hopes to spend many years in the home and we will continue to enjoy visiting her.
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Review from Stuart B (Son of Resident) published on 3 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother moved to Belvoir Vale Care Home four weeks ago. Initially she was very anxious and needy, but by the fourth week she was more calm and settled. The staff had got to know her and found that she needed to be distracted and occupied, especially with music. This has been very comforting for me
knowing that she is in good hands. I ham sure my mother is living at the right place for her needs and managing the dementia.
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Review from Kirsten J (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could not fault the staff. Everyone was considerate, careful and always keen to treat Mum as an individual and accommodate her wishes. We were saddened, therefore, to have to make the decision to move Mum to another care home that is more accessible for her friends and former neighbour to visit,
especially those reliant on public transport. We would not hesitate to recommend Belvoir Vale to other families. Thank you for everything.
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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum moved into Belvoir Vale in November 2021 and passed away there in February 2023. I am so, so pleased I found this care home for her to live in. It is a homely and comfortable place, with nice rooms and a garden and wood nearby. The staff were very attentive, caring and helpful and Mum and I enjoyed
the time there, and going out together to nearby cafés. Care was always good, and in the heatwave of summer 2022, the staff did everything they could to enable residents to stay cool and hydrated. The needs of individuals were put first, and care included outings, games, exercise, entertainment and religious input for those who wished this.
I would also like to commend the staff's support of relatives like myself, who are coming to terms with the loss of their loved one to dementia, as well as their ultimate death. Support and information were given, arrangements were made to see the home's GP and intelligent input was given over end-of-life care decisions.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.695)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.695) out of 10 for Belvoir Vale is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 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 4.695 for Belvoir Vale is calculated as follows: ( (116 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 154 Ratings = 4.695
  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 Belvoir Vale is based on 13 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 62 registered maximum number of service users is 12.4, which has been reached with 13 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: 23 Dec 2023

Overall Outstanding

  • Caring Outstanding
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Outstanding
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Julie

Julie Boylan

Job Title: Home Manager

Hello, my name is Julie Boylan, I have been employed at Belvoir vale for 19 years, I started as a Care Assistant, then went on to be a Senior, progressed to Deputy Manager and now Registered Manager. I have been in post just over a year and this home is an outstanding home.

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Heads of Departments

Job Title: Managment Team

Our photograph consists of all our heads of department who support and run our Outstanding Care Home, between us all, we have 52 years’ experience at our stunning home.

We are situated in the beautiful Vale of Belvoir; our home is purpose built and thrives on the in house and out house community. We believe that it is important to maintain our community connections.

Our homely meals are cooked and prepared at Belvoir Vale and mealtimes are hosted by our wonderful, dedicated kitchen team.

We believe that life always starts again at Belvoir Vale, we have a dedicated Lifestyle Team to support with bucket lists and making dreams into a reality.

Please feel free to contact us at Belvoir Vale should you have any questions about our Outstanding home, or please feel free to come in and meet us all in person.

Frequently Asked Questions about Belvoir Vale

What types of Care is Belvoir Vale registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders & Alcohol / Drug Misuse are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Belvoir Vale have?

There are 50 Single Rooms and 6 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Belvoir Vale?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Belvoir Vale to the centre of Nottingham?

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

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