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With a team devoted to enriching the lives of their residents, Ashwood Park has a warm family feel the moment you walk through the door.
Providing residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care, the team also offers respite care breaks, which are ideal for family carers who would like to plan a short break themselves, knowing their loved one is in safe hands.
The team support the residents to play a...
With a team devoted to enriching the lives of their residents, Ashwood Park has a warm family feel the moment you walk through the door.
Providing residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care, the team also offers respite care breaks, which are ideal for family carers who would like to plan a short break themselves, knowing their loved one is in safe hands.
The team support the residents to play a very active role in how their home is run, and there’s a resident ambassador who provides feedback on everything from the menu to the activities on offer, as well as welcoming new staff and residents.
There are so many engaging activities, from baking and pamper sessions, with manicures and hand massages, to singalongs with the piano. The residents enjoy regular entertainers, who fill the home with music.
Mealtimes are a real highlight of the day, with the chef preparing delicious home-cooked meals and freshly baked cakes for afternoon tea.
Ashwood Park has a beautiful hair salon, for regular appointments with the mobile hairdresser, and there is a secure courtyard garden, home to ducks Pip, Hamish and Bonnie!
There are so many spaces to relax with loved ones, who are welcome at any time, from the welcoming lounges and garden room to the café. And there is a private family and friends Facebook group.
The local community are embraced into life at Ashwood Park. Local school children regularly visit to enjoy activities and sing with the residents. And there are regular visits and outings with their fellow residents from Sanctuary Care’s neighbouring home.
Many of the residents love animals, so there are lots of visits from everything from dogs to animal therapy sessions with owls, guinea pigs and rabbits.
And there’s plenty to do outside the home, with trips to the Easington Beach, shopping centres, cafés, garden centres and the local school, the marina and pub lunches.
Care Provided by Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 65 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2025 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1193 and for nursing care £1414, but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.
*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Sanctuary Care Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Denise Newton (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2005
Room Information
- Single Rooms (65)
Parking
- Private Car Park
Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home Reviews (209)
Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.761) out of 10, based on 51 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home has 209 reviews.
Pleasant welcome by the staff. Rooms are easily accessible, although security is good, ie. Passcodes for doors and lifts. Rooms are comfortable, as is the lounge area food looks quite good although my mother in law is an over fussy eater, she hasn't complained about being hungry. Overall a very...
Pleasant welcome by the staff. Rooms are easily accessible, although security is good, ie. Passcodes for doors and lifts. Rooms are comfortable, as is the lounge area food looks quite good although my mother in law is an over fussy eater, she hasn't complained about being hungry. Overall a very comfortable experience
Im so glad she getting the care she need.
Im so glad she getting the care she need.
My nan has settled in very wel the staff make her feel very comftable.
The staff bend over backwards for my nan. Nothing is never a bother to them
I would reccomend this care home to anybody!
I would rate it 10 out of 10 excelent xx
My nan has settled in very wel the staff make her feel very comftable.
The staff bend over backwards for my nan. Nothing is never a bother to them
I would reccomend this care home to anybody!
I would rate it 10 out of 10 excelent xx
It has been a very welcoming experience to come and visit my mam. All the staff have been helpfull and Caring.
It has been a very welcoming experience to come and visit my mam. All the staff have been helpfull and Caring.
Thank you for your kind feedback about Ashwood Park. We're delighted to hear you've felt so welcome when visiting your mum and that our caring team has made a positive difference. It means a lot to us.
The staff are amazing, every single one has spent time and effort getting to know my nanna. Moving to a home can be distressing and an anxious time. The staff are always there to have a chat with residents, help ease concerns and I cant thank them enough. Meals seem nice, the activities are more...
The staff are amazing, every single one has spent time and effort getting to know my nanna. Moving to a home can be distressing and an anxious time. The staff are always there to have a chat with residents, help ease concerns and I cant thank them enough. Meals seem nice, the activities are more than I have going on in my own life.
Thank you for sharing such lovely feedback about Ashwood Park. We're delighted to hear our team has helped your loved one feel settled and supported. It's wonderful to know she's enjoying the meals, activities and companionship that make life at the home so enriching.
Always a pleasure to visit, staff are lovely
Always a pleasure to visit, staff are lovely
Thank you for your kind words. We're delighted to hear you enjoy your visits and that our friendly team helps make every experience a positive one.
The staff at Ashwood Park are all very Kind and caring to all Residents. Nothing is a trouble to them. The home is well managed and any concerns are listened to.
The staff at Ashwood Park are all very Kind and caring to all Residents. Nothing is a trouble to them. The home is well managed and any concerns are listened to.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear our caring team has made such a positive impression and that you feel listened to and supported. Your comments mean a great deal to us.
My mother is staying in Ashwood Park for rehab/respite after a broken shoulder. The staff are lovely, very caring and attentive. They have all treated my mother with kindness and respect. They are dealing with her pain, and physiotherapy is helping towards her recovery and return home. I am very...
My mother is staying in Ashwood Park for rehab/respite after a broken shoulder. The staff are lovely, very caring and attentive. They have all treated my mother with kindness and respect. They are dealing with her pain, and physiotherapy is helping towards her recovery and return home. I am very confident in her care at Ashwood.
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We're so pleased to hear your mother is being supported with kindness, respect and attentive care during her recovery. It's wonderful that physiotherapy is helping her regain strength and confidence, and that you feel reassured by the team at Ashwood Park.
I am really happy with all the care my mam receives, the staff go above and beyond. The food is really nice. Her room is always clean and tidy. My mam is really happy living at Ashwood Park.
I am really happy with all the care my mam receives, the staff go above and beyond. The food is really nice. Her room is always clean and tidy. My mam is really happy living at Ashwood Park.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear your mum is happy at Ashwood Park and that our team, food and environment are making such a positive difference.
I can't fault the staff and the care given in this home. My mother is very well cared for. Staff go above and beyond every day. They deserve every penny they are paid and more on top. Excellent.
I can't fault the staff and the care given in this home. My mother is very well cared for. Staff go above and beyond every day. They deserve every penny they are paid and more on top. Excellent.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear your mother is so well cared for and that our team's dedication shines through each day.
Excellent experience and was well looked after for 6 weeks in IC unit. The most important thing is to feel supported and staff were lovely, friendly, professional but with a cheerful approach to their jobs. Food was excellent and if there was something on the menu I didn't like the kitchen staff...
Excellent experience and was well looked after for 6 weeks in IC unit. The most important thing is to feel supported and staff were lovely, friendly, professional but with a cheerful approach to their jobs. Food was excellent and if there was something on the menu I didn't like the kitchen staff were always happy to make a baked potato instead. Visitors were also looked after well, being welcomed and offered drinks/snacks. My dog loved coming to visit as she made friends with everyone.
Thank you for sharing such lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear you felt supported during your time in the IC unit and that our team, food and welcoming atmosphere made your stay, and visits from loved ones, so positive.
Fabulous home! All staff very approachable and friendly they have a great caring attitude. Care home and mams bedroom with en-suite toilet decorated to a high standard, all clean and fresh (well done to maintenance and domestic staff)
Fabulous home! All staff very approachable and friendly they have a great caring attitude. Care home and mams bedroom with en-suite toilet decorated to a high standard, all clean and fresh (well done to maintenance and domestic staff)
Thank you for your kind words. We're delighted you found the home welcoming and our team friendly and caring. Your praise for our maintenance and domestic teams means a great deal.
Very friendly caring staff. Always willing to help and explain things. My dad loves the staff and always says how nice they are to him.
Very friendly caring staff. Always willing to help and explain things. My dad loves the staff and always says how nice they are to him.
Thank you for your kind words. We're delighted to hear how supported your dad feels and that our team take the time to help and explain things with care. Knowing he enjoys the warmth and kindness shown to him truly means a great deal to us.
I have found Ashwood has had a positive affect on Dad he interacts well with both staff and other residents.I feel that I can go home knowing he is being well looked after. My only concern is that there should be more staff.
I have found Ashwood has had a positive affect on Dad he interacts well with both staff and other residents.I feel that I can go home knowing he is being well looked after. My only concern is that there should be more staff.
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear the positive difference Ashwood has made for your dad and that he enjoys meaningful interactions with both the team and fellow residents. It's reassuring to know you feel confident and comfortable knowing he is well cared for.
Very happy with the care my father receives.
Very happy with the care my father receives.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Your feedback is appreciated and means a great deal to us.
We are extremely satisfied with the care that my Grandma received during her time at Ashwood. She stayed there for four and a half years, and in that time she managed to get herself a room booked in nearly every single unit. She really wanted to try it all out. I would really like to take the time...
If I could give one piece of advice (based upon our personal experience) to aid other residents it would be to communicate with the doctor to have them come out and see each resident at least once. We did have some trouble because of this, but it has since been resolved.
Really pleased with the care and attention given to my mam all staff went above and beyond to make my mother feel comfortable,we can't thank enough and would recommend them to anyone thanks so much to the staff especially in respite care
Really pleased with the care and attention given to my mam all staff went above and beyond to make my mother feel comfortable,we can't thank enough and would recommend them to anyone thanks so much to the staff especially in respite care
Thank you for sharing such wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear your Mum felt comfortable and cared for during her stay. Your recommendation means so much to us and we truly appreciate your kind words about our respite care.
Visiting my sister in law, I was impressed by security access - welcomed by very friendly meet and greet. Staff we came into contact with were warm, friendly, and professional; they showed empathy with my sister in law. Great cup of coffee. Felt my sister in law in good, safe hands. Thank you to...
Visiting my sister in law, I was impressed by security access - welcomed by very friendly meet and greet. Staff we came into contact with were warm, friendly, and professional; they showed empathy with my sister in law. Great cup of coffee. Felt my sister in law in good, safe hands. Thank you to the staff we had contact with.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear you felt welcomed and reassured during your visit. It means a lot to know our team made a positive impression and that your sister-in-law felt in safe hands.
My stay at Ashwood Park was a perfect way for me to recover from my broken pelvis. I was made to feel welcome from the beginning to the end by all staff.
My stay at Ashwood Park was a perfect way for me to recover from my broken pelvis. I was made to feel welcome from the beginning to the end by all staff.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're truly glad to hear that Ashwood Park provided the comfort and support you needed during your recovery. It means a lot to us that you felt welcomed and cared for throughout your stay.
Breakfast menu lovely, lunch time menu satisfactory, tea time menu needs to be looked at.
Breakfast menu lovely, lunch time menu satisfactory, tea time menu needs to be looked at.
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're glad you found the staff and physio team helpful. We appreciate your suggestion about physio availability and will take it on board. It's great to hear you enjoyed the breakfast-your comments on the other meals have been noted and shared with our catering team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 24 September 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 21 Jul 2026Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (7)

Denise has led Ashwood Park for nearly 10 years and brings with her a wealth of experience with over 30 years as a qualified nurse. She loves the home and her team and says her residents are simply amazing!

I have worked at Ashwood Park for 17 years. The staff and residents are amazing, and I love helping people.

I have worked at Ashwood Park for 18 years. The atmosphere is friendly and everyone gets on so well.

Working at Ashwood Park for over 13 years, Ray gets a lot of satisfaction from making sure Ashwood stays in tip-top condition and making friends with all their wonderful residents.

Debra loves to look after and care for our residents.

I have worked at Ashwood Park for two years. The team are very supportive and I am enjoying the experience.

I have worked at Ashwood Park for 22 years. I get on with everybody, it’s a nice place to work.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home
What types of Care is Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home have?
There are 65 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Ashwood Park Residential & Nursing Home to the centre of Peterlee?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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