Glen Rosa

24 Grove Road, Ilkley LS29 9PH
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9.7 89 Reviews
  • Glen Rosa, Ilkley
Glen Rosa provides residential, dementia and short-stay care for up to 47 residents in a historic former manor house in Ilkley, West Yorkshire.

A much-loved part of the local community since 1947, Glen Rosa combines period charm with modern comfort. Set just a short walk from Ilkley town centre and close to Betty’s Tea Rooms, the home offers strong community ties and stunning views of Ilkley Moor.

Bedrooms are all en-suite, with two welcoming households and a newer dementia household, Kitwood House, designed around the Tom Kitwood approach. Residents enjoy spacious lounges, a quiet library, a bistro café, and a bright sunroom linked to the garden.

The secure sensory garden, front veranda and patio offer spaces to relax, socialise or enjoy events like the popular summer fair. A historic barn is being transformed into an events hub to add even more communal space.

Dining includes two roast dinners a week, homemade puddings, and themed food nights. A resident-led approach ensures meals reflect personal tastes and preferences.

Activities include music therapy, poetry club, “Love to Move,” animal visits, and use of a recreated vintage train carriage. Famileo newsletters and frequent community performances help residents stay engaged and connected.

At Glen Rosa, care isn’t just about support, it’s about creating a community where residents thrive. Whether you’re searching for yourself or a loved one, for residential, dementia or short-stay care, the team at Glen Rosa are here to help.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 47 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1306 – £1529
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1560 – £1694
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1306 – £1529
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1560 – £1694

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Glen Rosa 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

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Adam Carling (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2000

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (47)

Glen Rosa Reviews (89)

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Glen Rosa has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.689) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Glen Rosa has 89 reviews.

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Review from Dorothea J (Sister of Resident) published on 17 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister lived in Glen Rosa for about 3 years until she passed away. I have been very impressed by the patience and efficiency of the staff. All residents are treated with dignity and more than that, with tender loving care.

Reply from Adam Carling, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear you had a positive experience - your support means a lot to us.

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Review from Susan P (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad arrived at Glen Rosa in November 2022 and settled in very well. The staff are very approachable and professional and the overall atmosphere of the home is very pleasant. The home has recently been refurbished and the bedrooms are of very high quality. Meals are prepared daily from scratch and look
very good. All in all we are very happy with the level of care dad is receiving.

Reply from Adam Carling, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted you have had such a positive experience for your loved one and yourself.

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Review from J M (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 June 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The main element is the feeling that my father is cared about. Everyone including management, maintenance, carers, cleaners and laundry ladies seem to care.
Whilst the building is old and in need of some TLC, steps are being taken to improve this.

Reply from Adam Carling, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you had a positive experience, and we'll always do our best to continue providing the highest standard of care.

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Review from Zoe M (Niece of Resident) published on 31 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team in Kitwood, Glen Rosa, are exceptionally kind and caring towards my aunt. They understand her as an individual and appreciate her personality, drivers and triggers. The atmosphere is respectful and calm, with stimulation provided through regular activities and interactions with staff. Having
the opportunity to spend time outside in the garden, when the weather allows, feels very important. My aunt's room is kept very clean, her clothes are regularly laundered and meal times offer alternatives to suit different appetites. I find that communication is generally really good, and have peace of mind that any issues will be highlighted and acted upon.

Reply from Adam Carling, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for considering us and writing a review. We're grateful and happy to hear that your loved one is happy and well cared for and is able to spend time in the garden. The team at Glen Rosa work hard to create a supportive environment and be responsive and your feedback is truly appreciated.

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Review from Chris W (Son of Resident) published on 31 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Caring, helpful and thoughtful staff, who look after Mum very well. I am usually kept well informed about any significant changes with Mum and feel confident that she is receiving really good care. Whenever I visit the staff are very friendly and welcoming.

Reply from Adam Carling, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience. We are delighted to hear that your loved one feels comfortable and well cared for. Our team is dedicated to providing the best possible support, and your feedback means a lot to us. If there is anything more we can do, please don't hesitate to reach out.

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Review from Maria E (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has lived at Glen Rosa for three years. She continues to enjoy life there and has made many friends both residents and carers. A lot of the carers have been there since her arrival so know her well. There are activities provided for the residents to join in with should they wish to and my mum
is always the one getting up to dance! I would recommend Glen Rosa to anyone seeking care for an elderly relative, it has a warm and homely feel to it. The food is also excellent.

Reply from Adam Carling, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We're so pleased to hear that your loved one is happy and well cared for. Our team works hard to create a warm and supportive environment, and your feedback is truly appreciated.

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Review from C H (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother passed away in Glen Rosa after nearly six years in residence with excellent care to the very end. The kindness and understanding shown to both my mother and myself, made her loss more bearable as all the staff cared for us like one big family.

Reply from Sophie Hegarty, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your kind words. It has been a pleasure for the staff here at Glen Rosa to have known and cared for your Mum.

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Review from Sally D (Friend of Resident) published on 27 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My friend has been a resident at Glen Rosa for 18 months and has settled happily. I have always found the staff to be friendly, professional and helpful and feel very happy that my friend is safe and well cared for. There are a lot of varied activities and trips out and Glen Rosa has a lovely homely
atmosphere with beautiful views of the garden and moors beyond. Meals are prepared freshly, on-site and menus vary. I would be extremely happy to recommend Glen Rosa.

Reply from Mitch Letherby, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are really pleased that Glen Rosa is a place that you would recommend, this is down to the hard work and dedication of all the staff team. I will be sure to pass on this review to them all.

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Review from H J (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My parents moved into Glen Rosa a couple of months ago after much research, several viewings and a lot of soul-searching. The first thing I noticed on viewing Glen Rosa was how attentive and kind the staff are. My opinion hasn't changed apart from the fact that my respect for the staff has grown.
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rooms are pleasant and kept lovely and clean. The only downside I have is a personal one and I would prefer the lounge seating to be in small groups round coffee tables as opposed to round the edge of the room.
That being said, my parents seem to have settled in faster than I expected and are well cared for and happy. What more can I ask?

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Review from J R (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

An excellent home with dedicated and caring staff, who go above and beyond. I wouldn't want my mother to be anywhere else.

Reply from Mitch Letherby, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your feedback, it’s so lovely for the staff’s dedication to the care of all the people living with us to be recognised. We will ensure that this lovely feedback is shared with the staff about the amazing and above-and-beyond care that they always provide to all the people who call Glen Rosa & Kitwood home.

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Review from Alison B (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Glen Rosa is an excellent residential care home with a very nice and homely feel to it and the care staff have a respectful approach to residents. Excellent entertainment organised by the activity staff member with a nice balance of musical performances, games, exercises and memory enhancement activities.
Music therapy for residents with dementia is good. Staff are approachable and helpful and is responding to the family.

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Review from Sarah W (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was a resident for only six months before he died. He had a wonderful experience surrounded by caring, compassionate staff. I cannot stress highly enough what a family Glen Rosa is. From the first contact with the administration manager, I felt that nothing was too much trouble for the team.
They were all welcoming and inclusive. My dad had so much fun and enjoyment in his final months. The end-of-life care he received was very special, and I will forever be grateful that I found this wonderful home for him. I cannot recommend it enough.

Reply from Sophie Hegarty, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your kind comments. I am delighted that you found our team caring and compassionate. It is so lovely that you remember your dad having so much fun and enjoyment in his final months. I will share your lovely comments with the team.

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Review from Alan E (Son of Resident) published on 20 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother moved into Glen Rosa over 4 years ago; was mostly located in Kitwood because of her dementia and she died very recently aged 96. I am writing this review because I feel the need to publically express my sincere thanks to the wonderful people who have looked after her. I was able to visit regularly
and witnessed first-hand the care and attention that my mother and all residents receive. One of the main objectives is to ensure that residents are stimulated and there are always activities arranged to keep residents occupied and entertained. Music therapy is something that was very beneficial for my mother. The staff are very caring and diligent as they have to be for people in later life. When matters arise causing concern, for example, health issues, the staff react very positively and keep relatives well informed. I spent a long time looking for a care home for my mother and have never had any regrets about the choice of Glen Rosa.

Reply from Sophie Hegarty, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your kind words, it was a pleasure caring for your mum and she is dearly missed. Music therapy is a fabulous thing to offer and we are lucky. Take care.

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Review from P A (Son of Resident) published on 23 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Glen Rosa has looked after my mother for two years. She has dementia, and Glen Rosa staff have always treated her with great dignity and respect, even when some of her worries and problems have been demanding for them. They are full of humanity, patience and decency.
There are lots of well-organised
activities, put together by an outstanding organiser with a great gift for knowing what residents will like. There are games of all kinds, a journal residents can share with relatives, music therapy and other rewarding activities.
Glen Rosa coped easily with my mother having her own telephone installed in her room and having a newspaper delivered daily, which must have been extra trouble for the office staff.
The night staff are diligent and caring and will ring me the next morning if there has been a health problem, even a small thing. And the day staff are excellent too.

Reply from Sophie Hegarty, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your kind words, it is a pleasure having your mum with us, she is a big part of our family.

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Review from Martin C (Son of Resident) published on 23 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Glen Rosa is a well-run, friendly home where my mother feels safe which is important when suffering from Alzheimer's. The home is clean and well-kept, it doesn't have that whiff that a lot of homes do when you first go in. Without exception, the staff are polite and friendly and nothing is ever too
much trouble. The food looks and smells good and it was no problem catering for Mum who is vegetarian. For those that can partake there are regular activities with visits for entertainment - even a small donkey recently called in! Many of the rooms are currently being refurbished which meant having to change Mum into a different room - we were consulted about this to make sure we were happy for it to happen. Regular visits from a hairdresser and other personal care practitioners are available when needed.

Reply from Sophie Hegarty, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your lovely review, it is a pleasure to have your mum staying with us. She is a much loved member of our family.

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Review from R R (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum-in-law could no longer cope on her own during the lockdown and was welcomed by the amazing staff and residents at Glen Rosa. She settled quickly and loved having the care of staff and the company of new friends. Her room was bright with a view of the moors. She started eating properly again.
As her dementia got worse she started spending time in Kitwood and now has a lovely en suite room there. I cannot fault the care. We live a long way away and are kept up to date with calls from her main carer between our visits. Kitwood welcomes visitors. We can see the care offered to all the residents when we're there. There's always lots going on. She loves the music therapy sessions! It's hard to fault anything really!

Reply from Sophie Hegarty, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your lovely review. It is a pleasure to care for your mum-in-law, she is a very much loved part of our family.

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Review from Terri B (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Glen Rosa were outstanding. The care and attention given to my father were exactly what we needed. He was always treated with dignity. Staff went out of their way to meet his every need.

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Review from S L (Son of Resident) published on 26 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Recent problem of no lift - now fixed? Poor diet - lack of meat and fruit. Poor activities.

Reply from Sophie Hegarty, Home Manager at Glen Rosa

Thank you for your review. I am sorry you were disappointed with some aspects of our service. If you would like to give the home a call or drop in I am happy to chat about the concerns raised.

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Review from Chris P (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 19 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Clean and well run. They provide excellent care and my mother-in-law is well cared for. Beautiful surrounding.

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Review from Sue P (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been very happy at Glen Rosa. Although she has dementia, the staff treat her with dignity and respect and I cannot thank them enough. The home itself is spotless. There is a genuine family atmosphere in the home and the activities are excellent. I am kept well informed of any medical issues.
I visit my mum every week and am always made welcome. I am kept up to date with her care plan.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.689)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.689) out of 10 for Glen Rosa is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 10 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 4.689 for Glen Rosa is calculated as follows: ( (84 Excellents x 5) + (33 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 119 Ratings = 4.689

  • 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 Glen Rosa is based on 10 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 47 registered maximum number of service users is 9.4, which has been reached with 10 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: 14 Nov 2017

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    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Requires improvement

  • Well-led

    Good

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

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Adam Carling

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2025

Adam Carling is the Home Manager at MHA Glen Rosa, having joined the home in early 2025. He brings over a decade of leadership experience in the care sector, having previously held registered, service, and regional manager roles supporting individuals with learning disabilities.


Adam is passionate about ensuring that every resident enjoys a life filled with engagement, purpose, and connection—whether that’s through spending time with family, exploring hobbies, or building friendships within the home. He believes in creating an environment where meaningful moments happen every day.


At Glen Rosa, Adam works alongside a dedicated team of capable, compassionate professionals who share his commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Together, they aim to make a lasting, positive difference in the lives of those they support.

Frequently Asked Questions about Glen Rosa

What types of Care is Glen Rosa registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Glen Rosa have?

There are 47 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Glen Rosa?

Own Furniture if required, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Glen Rosa to the centre of Ilkley?

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

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