The Bungalow Care Home

54-56 Mossfield Road, Farnworth, Bolton BL4 0AB
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The Bungalow is a vibrant and welcoming care home in Farnworth, Bolton.

Supporting people from across the Bolton borough, the home provides high-quality assisted living, day services, and respite care to individuals from all walks of life.

Its small, homely setting is what truly sets The Bungalow apart. With fewer residents than larger homes, the team can build genuine relationships, getting to know each person’s preferences, routines, and choices.

This personal approach ensures every resident receives care that feels truly individual.

The care team is open, friendly, honest, and warm-hearted. They work hard to ensure each resident feels comfortable, valued, and respected - never just a number. Every team member embodies the home’s five core values: trustworthy, caring, honest, reliable, and kind-hearted.

With single-storey living throughout, the home is easy to navigate and supports residents to feel safe, confident, and at ease from the moment they arrive.

Residents enjoy a wide variety of activities, including knitting groups, art classes, armchair exercises, bingo, flower arranging, movie nights, and beauty sessions. The home also welcomes regular visits from alpacas, pet therapy animals, magicians, comedians, singers, and musicians.

If a resident has a favourite hobby or activity, the team is always happy to add it to the schedule.

Families are warmly invited to visit and experience the welcoming atmosphere that makes The Bungalow so special.

To ensure the team can offer a proper tour and dedicated time, all viewings must be booked in advance by calling the home.

The team look forward to welcoming new visitors soon.
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Care Provided by The Bungalow Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • 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 19 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £950 – £1100
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £950 – £1100
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £950 – £1100
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £950 – £1100

We tailor our fees based on the accommodation selected and the unique care needs of every individual.

The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Bungalow Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.

Contact The Bungalow Care Home 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 The Bungalow Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Owner

  • SH Care Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Corrine Cooke (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (19)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)

Visiting

  • To help the home maintain a safe, calm, and comfortable environment for all residents, the team kindly ask visitors to follow a few simple guidelines during their visit:
    •    Please sign in and out using the visitor book on arrival and departure. This helps keep everyone safe and ensures the team know who is in the building at all times.
    •    During meal times, the team encourage loved ones to enjoy some quiet time together in the resident’s room, so that communal dining areas remain relaxed and comfortable for those eating.
    •    CCTV is in operation throughout the home for the safety and security of residents, visitors, and staff.

Parking

  • There is ample parking available directly outside the care home. If the private parking area is full, additional on‑street parking can be found within 10 metres of the home.
    The team kindly ask all visitors not to park in or block the main entrance, as this area must remain clear at all times to ensure safe access for wheelchairs, mobility equipment, and emergency vehicles such as ambulances.

The Bungalow Care Home Reviews (12)

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The Bungalow Care Home has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.039) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Bungalow Care Home has 12 reviews.

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Review from Ruth W (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has lived at The Bungalow now for two years. The staff are attentive, considerate and treat
every Resident with kindness and respect. There is plenty going on for the residents to participate in and the staff are always on hand and happy to go the extra mile whenever needed. There is a homely
feel to The Bungalow and staff readily engage with Residents and visitors alike. I am more than happy with the standard of care Mum receives and feel the staff have become extended family.
Reply from Corrine Cooke, Manager at The Bungalow Care HomeWe're truly grateful for your kind words, and it means a great deal to the whole team to know that your mum feels settled, respected, and cared for at The Bungalow.
We're also delighted that you feel the home has that warm, family feel. Building genuine relationships with residents and their families is something we value deeply, and your mum is very much part of our little community.
Thank you again for taking the time to share this. Your feedback means a lot to us, and it's a privilege to support your mum.
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Review from Anna A (Regular Volunteer) published on 17 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm a Youth Worker at a local High School and every week I take a group of pupils to visit the residents of The Bungalow. It genuinely is the highlight of our week! The pupils are so excited to catch up with their friends in the home and they get so much from interacting with them. So far we've played
games, painted, done manicures, danced, played bingo, had a party including pass the parcel and decorated biscuits!
The staff have always made us feel so welcome and it's heartwarming to see how much they care about the residents. We are really grateful that they've let us into their little family!
Thanks for having us x
Reply from Corrine Cooke, Manager at The Bungalow Care HomeIt means a great deal to all of us at The Bungalow to hear how much the pupils enjoy their visits - it truly brightens our week too.
Thank you as well for your kind words about the staff. We're delighted that you feel welcome and part of our little family - that's exactly the environment we aim to create.
We're already looking forward to the next visit.
Thank you for being such an important part of our community.
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Review from J C (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been at The Bungalow for a couple of years now and I cannot commend it enough! The staff truly provide personalised care and know my mother really well. They have supported her through ill health and are always kind, patient and truly caring. Staffing levels are good and the staff turnover
is very low which to me indicates the staff are happy too, which is so important. Individual needs like clothing preferences, daily routines, meal choice (excellent home cooked food!) and activities are always individualised. The Bungalow is a lovely, cosy care home, it's well run and most importantly I feel my mum is safe and extremely well cared for.
Reply from Corrine Cooke, Manager at The Bungalow Care HomeThank you so much for taking the time to share this lovely feedback.
It means a great deal to the whole team to know that your mother feels safe, well cared for, and truly at home at The Bungalow.
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Review from Julie W (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are friendly and helpful all the time.The staff always have time for any questions or requests. All the staff treat the residents with kindness and humour and cater to their every need. I wouldn't want my mother at any other care home than here because I feel she's very safe here.
Reply from Kasia Krawacka, Client Relationship Coordinator at The Bungalow Care HomeThank you for taking the time to give us a lovely review. I am happy to hear that you are satisfied with our team's responsiveness and how well they look after the residents. Your mum is such a lovely lady. She always has a smile on her face and is always very pleasant to everybody. It is an absolute pleasure to look after your mum!

I have noticed, you did not rate our activities. Please feel free to visit our social media page to see the latest activities with our residents.
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Review from Alan J (Son of Resident) published on 17 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum stayed at The Bungalow for 20 months until she passed away at 100 years old. She was looked after with the utmost care by the amazing staff right to the end. I cannot fault this care home. Everything about it is just perfect. The room, activities, home-cooked food, but most of all the staff.
They truly are amazing. Nothing was too much trouble. They treated her with dignity and care. We love them all and will miss not seeing them regularly.
Reply from Michael Heald, Managing Director at The Bungalow Care HomeThank you for your lovely review! It was our pleasure to look after your mum. She was a little fighter till the end. We will always remember her smile and the conversations we had with her. When there was rugby on and your mum didn't know about it, there was always one member of our staff to remind her about it and she loved it! We will miss playing bingo with her and also seeing her eating all these chocolate rolls!

All our staff will miss your mum and you. You are always welcome in our home for a brew and biscuits! You are all such a loving family. We look forward to seeing you again!
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Review from E S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 15 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is an absolutely fantastic care home. The staff are absolutely lovely and care a lot for all their residents. All the residents in the home are happy, smiley and well cared for and it just goes to show when you meet anyone in there. They definitely go above and beyond! I would recommend this care
home to anyone who needs to put a loved one in a home and they can do it with absolutely no doubt they will be cared for like they are family.
Reply from Michael Heald, Managing Director at The Bungalow Care HomeThank you so much for such a lovely review! I will make sure that the staff are made aware of your thoughts. I am sure it will make their day!

It makes me so proud of my staff to hear such great responses to the hard work and dedication that they put into their role every time they step into work.

I do hope that you carry on having a great experience at The Bungalow!
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Review from C H (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff is very friendly and caring and provides all Mum's needs. Mum says she feels she is being well looked after and she likes her room, it's very cosy!. The home is very welcoming and very clean. I feel Mum is being treated with dignity and understanding.
Reply from Michael Heald, Managing Director at The Bungalow Care HomeThank you very much for your review. We are so happy that your mum is enjoying our services!

We have consulted with the management team and residents to renew our activities as this seems to be an area that needs attention. We have now incorporated many new activities such as;

Knitting classes once a week by an external knitting teacher.

We are organising a family fun day in December.

We are booking in an Alpaca visit.

We have some new trips to the pub, local garden centres, shopping etc dependant on resident preferences.

We now have a keyboard player every 2 weeks.

We have a magician coming in December and we are booking a comedian for early next year.

We are also bringing back visits from the reptile show.

We will publish the dates in reception. Families are welcome to all entertainer visits.

Thank you for your valued opinion. We do appreciate the feedback as it helps us see where we are doing well and where we need to improve!
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Review from Sharon H (Mother-in-law of Resident) published on 1 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mum has a room here she has dementia the home is a great place she is well looked after and loved she has a lovely well maintained room excellent care both physical and wellbeing the food is excellent and caters for her needs and taste
We as a family have the luxury of peace of mind although she
has deteriorated physically and mentally her well being has improved greatly since she moved in not all care systems go the extra mile but the bunglow does so thank you
Reply from Michael Heald, Managing Director at The Bungalow Care HomeThanks for the great review it is much appreciated! Your mum is a part of the furniture we would not know what to do without her. She brightens up everyone's day and makes me laugh with her cheeky comments!

We will work on the activities as I noticed you gave us 4/5. I will sit down with management to review the activity list and speak to the residents at the next resident meeting to see if we can get some different ideas together. If you can think of anything, let us know we welcome all ideas big and small.

See you around the home soon. Thank you!
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Review from Jayne C (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been a resident at The Bungalow for a few years now. She has dementia and is unable to walk now. The care she has received has been exceptional. The staff know her well and treat her with kindness and respect.
She has recently been very poorly and spent a night in hospital but we have all
made the decision that the best place for her to cared for is The Bungalow, where we know she is happy and all the staff show her such kindness.
As a regular visitor, I have got to know them and they make me feel so welcome.
I didn’t think a care home could be like this as you hear awful stories, but I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone.
Reply from Michael Heald, Managing Director at The Bungalow Care HomeThank you so much for your lovely review. I am glad to hear that you are happy with the care your mum receives here. I am very glad she made a recovery recently! Back to sucking on those toffees again!
We will endeavour to keep on looking after her as best as possible and I will pass your fantastic comments to the staff. Thank you!
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Review from Jillian U (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a family we were very concerned that Dad had to go into a care home, however, the Bungalow is more than that, it’s a home, with such caring staff. It’s remarkable the care they give to make loved ones feel at home, loved and cherished. Individual rooms can be decorated and furnished with treasured
possessions. The food is excellent, home-cooked and a real highlight. Activities are plentiful from day trips to flower arranging, and visits from singers to animals. Visiting is always welcome. A brilliant home with brilliant staff.
Reply from Michael Heald, Managing Director at The Bungalow Care HomeThank you for your review. We are so happy to hear that you feel that way about our care home! I'm so pleased to hear such wonderful comments. The staff try their absolute hardest and run a great service. I am proud of them. I will ensure that these comments are passed on.
If you would like to propose any changes or any ideas on how to improve our service, please let us know!
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Review from Nick B (Resident) published on 30 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I arrived here unable to mobilise without the use of a wheelchair. This establishment has quickly allowed me to become mobile without the use of any mobility aid, except a walking stick. The staff have always supported me in a specific way and have given me the opportunity to improve my health and my
mobility. I cannot recommend this facility enough and anyone requiring residential care should seriously consider this excellent facility.
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Review from Wendy F (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad moved into The Bungalow nearly 5 months ago. From the day he moved in he's been made to feel truly special and I am made to feel very welcome whenever I visit. To anyone faced with the important decision of their loved one moving into full-time care, I can't recommend The Bungalow enough -
it is a wonderful place to be! I now have a peace-of-mind that I didn't before knowing that he is safe and well cared for. It is also the perfect sized home for my dad. Some of the other homes I viewed were just too big to feel homely and I feared my dad would have got lost. At least here he hasn't far to walk between rooms. He is enjoying the company of others and the entertainment at the home which includes singers and armchair keep-fit means he is stimulated and happy in a way that he hadn't been for a long time. Being at The Bungalow has given my dad a new lease of life. The owner and his staff are wonderful. They are hardworking, caring and loyal. I can't thank them enough!
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Current Review Score: 9.0 (9.039)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.0 (9.039) out of 10 for The Bungalow Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 3 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 3 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 5.000 for The Bungalow Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (35 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 35 Ratings = 5
  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 4.039 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Bungalow Care Home is based on 3 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 = 3.25
    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 19 registered maximum number of service users is 3.8. 3 Positive Reviews ÷ 3.8 = 0.789
  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: 10 Oct 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (4)

Mike

Mike Heald

Job Title: Managing Director Joined: 2018

Mike has been part of The Bungalow for over seven years, bringing a steady, practical presence to the home.


Known for his hands-on approach, he’s often found tackling maintenance jobs himself, making sure everything runs smoothly and safely for residents and staff.


His cheeky sense of humour is a big part of the home’s character, adding warmth and lightness to everyday life. Whether he’s sharing a quick laugh with the team or brightening a resident’s day with a playful comment, he brings a genuine, down-to-earth charm to the role.


And of course, he’s rarely seen without a brew in hand. Taking time to chat over a cup of tea is one of the ways he stays connected to the people around him, helping to create the friendly, family-like atmosphere The Bungalow is known for.

Corrine

Corrine Cooke

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2020

Corrine is a friendly, chatty presence within the residential home, bringing warmth and approachability to everyone she meets.


She has a natural ability to put residents, families, and staff at ease, always taking the time to listen, share a conversation, or offer support.


Her love for animals is well known, and her enthusiasm often brings a comforting, homely feel to the environment—something residents truly enjoy.


Most days, she can usually be found in the office, keeping the home running smoothly behind the scenes. With her door always open and her welcoming nature, she remains a central, reassuring figure in the daily life of the home.

Kimberley

Kimberley Fewtrell

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2018

Kim is a truly hands-on member of the team, known for her energy, creativity, and deep affection for the residents. She is always at the heart of daily life in the home—whether she’s organising activities, lending a hand with care, or stepping in wherever she’s needed.


A natural “jack of all trades,” she turns her hand to anything, ensuring the home runs smoothly and residents feel supported, engaged, and valued. Her passion for planning meaningful activities shines through, with a calendar full of fun, stimulating, and inclusive experiences that residents look forward to.


Her warm personality and genuine love for the people she supports make her a much-loved presence in the home, bringing joy, reassurance, and a sense of family to everyone around her.

Tina

Tina Ball

Job Title: Senior Carer Joined: 2005

Tina is one of the longest-standing members of the team—so long, it feels as though she has always been part of the home’s heart and history. Her experience, dedication, and deep affection for the residents shine through in everything she does.


She consistently goes above and beyond, offering reassurance, comfort, and practical support with a natural ease that only comes from years of genuine care. Her presence brings a sense of stability and warmth, and many lovingly refer to her as the “matron” of the home—a title she more than earns through her nurturing nature and steady guidance.


Whether she’s supporting residents, mentoring staff, or stepping in wherever she’s needed, she does it with kindness, confidence, and a quiet strength that makes her truly irreplaceable.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Bungalow Care Home

What types of Care is The Bungalow Care Home registered for?

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

How many Rooms does The Bungalow Care Home have?

There are 19 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Bungalow Care Home?

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

How far is The Bungalow Care Home to the centre of Bolton?

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

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