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Summerhill

The Dunterns, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 1AL
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Summerhill, Alnwick
Summerhill, Alnwick
Summerhill, Alnwick

Summerhill is a 29-bed care home in Alnwick which supports people with a wide range of care needs.

Residents can take advantage of a hydrotherapy room, off street parking with level access and weekly visits from a hairdresser.

Each resident is treated with respect, their privacy protected and their dignity preserved.

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Care Provided by Summerhill

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 29 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
  • Day Care

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
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,300From £1,300
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,300From £1,300

Contact Summerhill 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

  • Caroline Thomas (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: -1
  • Last Refurbishment: 2021
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (29)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (29)

Summerhill Reviews (44)

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9.4

Summerhill has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.362) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Summerhill has 44 reviews.

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Review from Desmond H (Son of Resident) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Superb staff - who go up and above the job description. Highly professional and curteous superb from the top down. I highly recommend the care home everything I could ask for.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you for your lovely words. It means so much to us to know that you have so much faith in us.

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Review from C W (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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Dad has been in Summerhill since last May and continues to be well looked after by the very caring staff. Any concerns or worries are dealt with quickly and efficiently. A few weeks ago he turned 99 and the staff made the day very special with a big cake and singing. I was very touched by the fuss they made of him.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill
Thank you so much for your review.
We are always happy to work with famillies to achieve the best outcome for our residents.

I will pass on your kiind words to the team, we love to hear we have got it right!

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Review from Y B (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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If I could give summerhill more then 5 stars I would. Fantastic home fantastic staff and amazing management staff. From the moment my mum entered summerhill she has been looked after with total care and made to feel like she still has independence. On arriving management were outside waiting for my mum and to show us around. I can not recommend summerhill enough.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill
This has absolutely made my day - thank you! If we could give you more than 5 stars as a family member, we would too!
I'm so glad we were there to welcome your mum on arrival. First impressions matter and we wanted her to feel special from the start. It sounds like we got it right!

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Review from S W (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been living in Summerhill for over a year now. I couldn't be happier with the care she is receiving. The staff are fantastic, very caring and professional. They treat Mother with such kindness. The home has entertainment and activities 5 days a week for the residents to participate in if they wish to. I would definitely recommend Summerhill.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill
What a lovely review - thank you so much! It's made our day reading this.
We absolutely love having your mum here. The team are brilliant and they genuinely care about every single resident, so I'm thrilled that comes across.

I'm so pleased she's enjoying the activities too! We have such a laugh...  

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Review from C P (Niece of Resident) published on 17 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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After a stroke my aunt was unable to go home and for 6 months was a temporary resident. Finding such a welcoming and supportive care home was a Godsend. The staff made a massive difference to her recovery and cared for her with great kindness. She loved the food, all the activities and chatting to the staff. The management were helpful and supportive as we navigated her move to sheltered accommodation. I would highly recommend Summerhill to other families.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you for your lovely review, your aunt will be missed by all of us, don't be a stranger!

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Review from S R (Son of Resident) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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I consider myself so fortunate to have found this care home for my mother. I cannot praise the management, staff, activities coordinator and chef too highly. My mother spent her final eighteen months here and considered it her home from home. She absolutely loved the staff and I know they loved her.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you so much for your review, we were privileged to care for your mum, so many laughs and funny stories, a unique lady.

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Review from I G (Godson of Resident) published on 27 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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This care home is excellent. They look after residents very well and provide entertainment which is based on the entertainment you would expect at a resort. The management and staff are truly great.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you so much for the lovely review! I will pass this on to our staff, its always lovely to know we are doing well!

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Review from G A (Son of Resident) published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Website
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I moved my mother from an 'Assisted Living' facility to Summerhill 18 months ago at age 98. Of course, she didn't want to move but rapidly decided that the home was good and that the staff took good care of her.
My mother is very strong-willed, but all the staff have proved very capable at ensuring she's comfortable and well cared for.

Her medication was reviewed and recalibrated to a very positive effect - something that her local GP had never managed previously. Ongoing healthcare is managed well, with patience and a sense of humour.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you for such a positive review. Your mum is great fun, and a pleasure to care for!

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Review from David S (Son of Resident) published on 11 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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Very caring staff who are helpful and prompt.
Particularly the four staff members in particular.
Food is cooked well and is nutritious.

Room is lovely with a nice view. Quiet location with adequate parking near to town centre.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you so much for your review! Our kitchen team work very hard to produce home-cooked tasty meals. I will pass your lovely comments on to all of our staff, we hope to see you soon!

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Review from B P (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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This home is fantastic. The staff are wonderful; they are so caring and make sure residents are made to feel special.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you so much! Your Mum was amazing! She has left an enormous gap; I will pass this review to the staff.

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Review from K L (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My granny has been in for respite. She came home and told us she immediately wanted to put her name down for a permanent place. We were so happy with the care she received. My mum had her first holiday in five years, and I can't say thank you enough! The management team are truly caring, and this is obviously passed down.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you for your review. It's lovely to hear your Grandmother enjoyed her stay; she is welcome back anytime! I will pass on your kind words to our team.

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Review from Tracey B (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum moved to Summerhill for respite care and then temporary care. She eventually passed away at the end of January. The care and attention given by the staff was excellent. The attention to mum's sometimes complex needs was invaluable. The family were made to feel very welcome - part of the Summerhill family. Nothing we asked for was too much trouble. We would certainly recommend this home to anyone.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill
Thank you for your kind words; it was lovely getting to know your Mum and Dad, such a lovely family.

It was a privilege to support your Mum through the last days of her life.

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Review from Lynne T (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother received fantastic care from all members of staff.
Her meals were fabulous.

I will be forever grateful for the care that you gave her.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Your mum was lovely and had a lovely sense of humour.

I will share your review with the staff; thank you!

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Review from J L (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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What amazing, helpful and friendly people.
Looked after my relative so well - like home.

Thank you so much!

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you so much for your kind words. I have shared your review with the staff, we do this job because we care, but it's lovely to be appreciated!

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Review from Ross K (Son of Resident) published on 13 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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Mum stayed with Summerhill care home for two weeks at the end of June. Couldn't ask for a nicer, more helpful team to look after her. Staff were always friendly and polite, always close by to help when help was required, and never complained. One staff member even phoned in from home to check if my mum had received her jug of water. Couldn't recommend them highly enough.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you so much! Your Mum is an amazing woman! She was funny and entertained us all; she is welcome back any time.

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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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Mum was a long-term resident of Summerhill Care Home. She liked to remain in her room so that the carers were as much part of her life. They took the time to talk to Mum when they could, during lockdowns this was especially important. I shall be forever grateful for the kindness and caring they gave Mum over those years. I would absolutely recommend Summerhill to anyone who is looking for a kind and caring place for their relative.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Your mum was with us for such a long time; her cuddles and gorgeous smile are greatly missed.

I will pass on your lovely words to the whole team.

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Review from Helen S (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I cannot speak highly enough of the wonderful, caring staff at Summerhill who have looked after my 91-year-old mum so well since her arrival at the end of January 2022. Because of Covid restrictions, it was five weeks before I could visit my mum for the first time, and I was so pleased and relieved to see she was happy, safe and settled. She loves her room and all the carers who look after her. I could not ask for more.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill
Thank you so much for the lovely review!
I will pass your comments onto the staff. It's a pleasure to look after your Mum; we are enjoying getting to know you, and of course, your lovely dog!

We were so pleased for you to finally be able to visit your Mum; you were apart a long time while she was in hospital.

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Review from R S (Son of Resident) published on 9 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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A caring, professional team of lovely staff and ancillary workers. A small home with a good atmosphere. Summerhill has been redecorated, new floor, coverings and furnishing, has good gardens and practical facilities. A safe, clean, modern facility for our loved ones - not a huge machine.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill

Thank you for a lovely review; it's always good to know that the hard work the staff do is appreciated. I will pass on your kind words to the staff.

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Review from David W (Son of Resident) published on 8 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am quite happy with the care and attention my mother is receiving at Summerhill care home during these terrible times. There is one little problem; it is about the hearing aid system, no one seems to be able to put them in properly as she cannot do it herself, as she is very deaf.

Reply from Caroline Thomas, Manager at Summerhill
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us.
I am so pleased that you are happy with the care your mother is receiving.

The hearing aids staying in are certainly a challenge!

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Review from J M (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff are very helpful, but many do not seem happy with some recent changes. The new seats do not seem suitable for elderly residents, no backs to lean on. It is good that the home is being redecorated etc but need to think more about the suitability of furniture.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 18 December 2024
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  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Awards / Recognitions (10)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Carewise Homes Ltd
  • 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Carewise Homes Ltd
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Carewise Homes Ltd

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There are no accreditations posted yet for Summerhill.

Meet the Team (1)

Caroline Thomas
Caroline ThomasJob Title:Manager
Summerhill is a residential care home owned by Raycare Ltd. The person in charge is
Caroline Thomas who has over 20 years’ experience in elderly care.
Caroline is passionate about providing every resident at Summerhill with the absolute
best experience that the team at Summerhill can offer. Everyday provides another
opportunity to make someone smile!
Summerhill has a home from home atmosphere, and we consider ourselves a family;

many of our staff have been with us for many years.

Frequently Asked Questions about Summerhill

What types of Care is Summerhill registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Summerhill have?

There are 29 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Summerhill?

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

How far is Summerhill to the centre of Alnwick?

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

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