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Church View

1 Main Street, South Church, Bishop Auckland, Durham DL14 6SL
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Church View, Bishop Auckland
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Church View, Bishop Auckland

Church View care home, in Bishop Auckland, aspires to high standards of dementia care, thanks to a team of highly-skilled and qualified professionals working to modern care methods.

Carers are assisted by a comfortable living accommodation that is versatile to residents' own lifestyles, with good in-house entertainments and other activities to enjoy.

The requirements of the Care Quality Commission, with whom the service is registered for forty-five service users, is respected throughout the home's practices.

Care Provided by Church View

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 45 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,321 - £1,321£1,321 - £1,321
Residential Dementia Care£1,321 - £1,344£1,321 - £1,344

Fees may vary dependent upon assessment.

Contact Church View 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)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Paula Wood (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 1990
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (45)

Visiting

  • Visitors welcome at any time although they do ask that you respect the resident's protected mealtimes unless you are dining with or supporting your loved one with meal.

Parking

  • Free car parking on site,

Church View Reviews (47)

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9.0

Church View has a Review Score of 9.0 (8.987) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Church View has 47 reviews.

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Review from J A (Son of Resident) published on 31 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I cannot fault the manager (Caitlyn) or the care nurses looking after my mother, from the initial respite care to the final end of life passage. However, it is not pleasant to see Dado rails hanging off, scruffily patched walls and flaky paint. A refurbishment would be highly recommended, together with net curtains for privacy. I would use this care home again as patients are well looked after with great dignity.

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Review from Tracy F (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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We can never thank the staff enough for the love, care and dignity they showed our mam during her time with you. From the very beginning, every single member of staff treated her like family - and over time, you all became family to us too.
Nothing was ever too much trouble, and the kindness, patience and compassion shown to both mam and our family will stay with us forever. Knowing she was safe, cared for and surrounded by such genuine people meant more than words can say.
Thank you for the laughter, the cuddles, the reassurance and for treating our mam with such warmth and respect right until the very end. We will always remember the love you showed her and the comfort you gave us during the hardest days of our lives.

You are truly special people, and we will be forever grateful.

Reply from Caitlin Hayes, Manager at Church View

Hi, thank you for taking the time to publish a beautiful review. It is great to hear your time with Church View has been positive. It is lovely to read and hear you felt your Mum had good care whilst with us and that this was also given to you all as a family. Best wishes.

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Review from Donna A (Mother of Resident) published on 1 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very homely feeling in the home, warm welcome staff very friendly

Reply from Andrea Blades, Manager at Church View

Thank you Donna for taking the time to leave a review. I am delighted you have found Church View to be a warm and friendly environment.

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Review from Ann D (Friend of Resident) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff are very friendly and obliging.

Reply from Honor Keatley, Group Business Development Director at Church View

Thank you for leaving a review. It's great for team members to read that they are appreciated.Best wishes,Honor

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Review from Lara L (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Great home welcoming friendly staff. My nana has settled in great. Thank you.

Reply from Honor Keatley, Group Business Development Director at Church View

Thanks so much for your review and 5* rating!It's great to read that your nana has settled at Church View.Best wishes,Honor

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Review from Brad C (Grandson of Resident) published on 2 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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I feel my nana has the care shes needed! Cant thank everyone enough.

Reply from Honor Keatley, Group Business Development Director at Church View

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a great review and rate us 5*.It's great to read that your nanna has the care she needs.With best wishes.

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Review from S S (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 2 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Not enough fluids given throughout day, relative forgets to ask. Lack of visitor chairs. Kind and friendly staff will do anything for mum in law when can.

Reply from Paula Wood, Manager at Church View

Thank you for your comment.I will ensure that the drinks stations are fully stocked throughout the day

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Review from Holly C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 1 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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The best care I could ask for, for my nana. The girls who work here go above and beyond for my nana.

Reply from Honor Keatley, Group Business Development Director at Church View

What a fantastic review and rating - thanks so much for taking the time to complete a review.It's lovely to read that you feel your nana gets the best care. The team really go above and beyond and will appreciate the fact that you've included that in your review.With best wishes.

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Review from Nigel T (Mother of Resident) published on 1 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mam has been in Church View Care Home for about 5 months. She was first upstairs and now downstairs. Mam needs 24 hour care and I must say the staff are great. She likes all meals and eats very well (better than when she was at home)

If I did have a complaint it would be about clothes going missing from the laundry room - but I'm not complaining because it is very difficult. (Mams clothes are all labelled up)

Reply from Honor Keatley, Group Business Development Director at Church View

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review.It's great to read that your Mam is enjoying her meals. It really does give loved ones peace of mind to know that their relative is getting the care they need.I will speak to the Home Manager about laundry, thanks for raising it.With best wishes.

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Review from B W (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home is very welcoming staff are really nice and helpful. Mam has settled in well and improved since hospital. Feels very homely and warm like a hotel. We feel safe leaving mam in their care.

Reply from Honor Keatley, Group Business Development Director at Church View

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. People new to care seeking will o doubt feel a sense of relief reading your review particularly when you said you feel safe leaving your mam there.We can often forget the positive impact on the wider family as well as your loved one, receiving the direct care, thanks for the reminder.With best wishes.

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Review from Sharon T (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Sadly due to dementia mum needed 24 hour supervision for safety and admission therefore arranged. As a family, we were made very welcome on the admission day and staff understood my upset and anxiety. Staff are always helpful, polite and come across as very caring. No permanent manage in post at present but told one starting end of October, which I feel will help everyone, staff, residents and relatives. Areas of the care home probably need some decorating and basic maintenance of doors, paintwork etc.

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Review from K H (Resident / Service User) published on 20 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Been here 2 years so far. Things ok, I like it.

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Review from Jean R (Resident / Service User) published on 20 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have lived in Church View Care Home for eight years now and enjoyed most of the time here. The staff and carers are very nice, helpful and considerate. I like watching television. I am a supporter of Newcastle Football club. I like music and join in all the activities. I find it annoying when I have to buy my own soup, ginger biscuits and flowers.

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Review from S W (Wife of Resident) published on 25 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband stayed for one week respite. All staff members I observed treated him very well, some were quite exceptional.
I have some reservations regarding changes of clothes from day wear to night wear.
During his stay, I'm not sure of the routine regarding shaving but I did shave him as needed!
With his dementia there can be periods of anxiety but he seemed settled during all my visits.

If necessary I would use Church View for future respite.

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Review from Ann G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Very disappointed with the level of Care my mam received! Multiple falls over the last year, the last one leading to a broken hip, faeces under her fingernails, food all down the front of her clothes, on numerous occasions faeces running out the bottom of her trousers and family having to change her, and the worst, mam lost her teeth so they thought it okay to put another person's in her mouth (perfect oral hygiene) and then we come to things going missing from her room, perfume, body sprays, clothes still with labels attached, and clothes in general! Then the horrific smell especially on the second floor! Stay well clear!

Reply from Nichola Williams, Regional Operations Manager at Church View

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, I'm sorry your experience of Church View was not to the standard expected. We value your feedback and this will be discussed with the team at Church View.

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Review from Paula C (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website
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My father has been in Church View now for 6 months. Initially, there were a few 'teething troubles', however, these were resolved after speaking to the manager.
All the care team are fantastic and have a great, friendly relationship with my father. He loves it here, and is really settled, and has no complaints at all.
The care team do try their best, even though they are always extremely busy.

I am happy with the care and support my father receives in the home.

Reply from Audrey Till, Manager at Church View

Many thanks for your support and kind review, we enjoy spending time with your father and caring for him.

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Review from Alfred M (Brother of Resident) published on 23 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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There are always areas that can be improved, however, given the pressures they are under - staff/patient ratio - all grades of staff perform to a very high standard.

Overall, I am pleased with the care my sister is receiving.

Reply from Peter Seaton, Manager at Church View

Many thanks for your review, we work hard to continuously improve our service.

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Review from Angela A (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Website
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I turned up unexpected to view the care home as a possible permanent home for my mam. I felt welcomed and immediately felt the community spirit. The lady who showed me around was very helpful. I got talking to one of the residents in the lounge and nothing but praise was said about the home and the staff, so that was the decision maker for me.

My mam has been in almost a week now. The moment she got though the door she was made a fuss of and brought a cup of coffee. I knew she was going to be ok there. The staff are down to earth and have good relationships with the residents. I would highly recommend.

Reply from Audrey Till, Manager at Church View
Hi, many thanks for your kind support.

Kind regards, Manager.

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Review from Barbara B (Sister of Resident) published on 1 November 2022 Submitted via Website
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We moved here from another care home, can't believe the difference in my brother, he's so happy and talkative to family. On arrival at the home, we received a welcome from all staff we passed in the corridor on our way to his room, made to feel very welcome. His room is lovely and bright with fitted carpets which he didn't have in his last home although I did offer to pay for one because he is at risk of falling. They assessed his need before we arrived and had everything in place. The staff are great, popping in for a chat and making sure he's ok which is very reassuring for me. They do have lots of activities but haven't tried them yet as he's still settling in, they have a Halloween party next week which we are looking forward to.

Reply from Nichola Williams, Regional Operations Manager at Church View

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, your kind comments will be shared with the team at Church View.

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Review from J P (Niece of Resident) published on 12 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My aunt has been at Church View Care Home for two weeks (and could be more depending upon her health). I and our family are very pleased with the standard of care given and excellent facilities. We are always welcomed by friendly staff, shown to my aunt's room (which is spotlessly clean and tidy). My aunt is very happy here and enjoys conversations with staff as well as taking part in a variety of activities (she only complains about the food but she's a fussy eater!). Thank you to everyone at Church View for your continued excellent hard work.

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Regulatory Rating

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Date: 28 February 2020
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  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Frequently Asked Questions about Church View

What types of Care is Church View 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 Church View have?

There are 45 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Church View?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Church View to the centre of Bishop Auckland?

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

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