Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- For a maximum of 36 Service Users
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Morel Court, located in the scenic town of Penarth, offers both residential and respite care for up to 36 residents. With a dedicated team of qualified carers, Morel Court provides friendly and professional support in an environment that honours personal choice and individuality.
Residents enjoy modern, en-suite bedrooms that ensure comfort and privacy, fostering a homely atmosphere. The home’s varied activities programme is thoughtfully designed to engage residents, encourage personal interests,...
Morel Court, located in the scenic town of Penarth, offers both residential and respite care for up to 36 residents. With a dedicated team of qualified carers, Morel Court provides friendly and professional support in an environment that honours personal choice and individuality.
Residents enjoy modern, en-suite bedrooms that ensure comfort and privacy, fostering a homely atmosphere. The home’s varied activities programme is thoughtfully designed to engage residents, encourage personal interests, and support essential life skills. Carers are committed to helping each resident stay connected to the activities they enjoy, promoting independence and a sense of fulfilment.
Whether staying long-term or for a short respite period, residents at Morel Court are welcomed into a community where they feel valued, supported, and able to enjoy a vibrant and fulfilling daily life.
About MHA
Methodist Homes is a charity providing care, accommodation and support services for older people throughout Britain. MHA is one of the largest charitable care providers in the sector, providing services to 15,000 older people for over 80 years.
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Care Provided by Morel Court
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- 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
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Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- MHA
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (36)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (36)
Morel Court Reviews (89)
9.9
Morel Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.930) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Morel Court has 89 reviews.
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Review from Audrey L (Resident / Service User) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Excellent treatment from everyone. Have enjoyed all the meals and the activities are very good. Have settled in very well after being here only a few weeks. The home is very welcoming and the garden is lovely especially in the summer.
Excellent treatment from everyone. Have enjoyed all the meals and the activities are very good. Have settled in very well after being here only a few weeks. The home is very welcoming and the garden is lovely especially in the summer.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for your recent review on Morel Court; I’m glad that you have settled in and the treatment you receive is excellent. It's good to read that you enjoy the meals and activities and how you enjoy the garden. I will share your review with all the staff who always appreciate lovely and positive comments.
Review from Nina A (Resident / Service User) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
What pleases me most is the very friendly atmosphere, very high standards are maintained here. It is always very clean and the meals are most enjoyable and healthy. I enjoy every day I spend here.
What pleases me most is the very friendly atmosphere, very high standards are maintained here. It is always very clean and the meals are most enjoyable and healthy. I enjoy every day I spend here.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for taking the time to write a review on Morel Court; Excellent overall sums up what we are all about. Thank you for your positive feedback; I will share your review with all the staff which will be very much appreciated.
Review from Christine W (Resident / Service User) published on 10 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
I have always been happy ar Morel Court. I like to be allowed to make my own decisions. There are many programmes "put on" to help boredom never begin.
I have always been happy ar Morel Court. I like to be allowed to make my own decisions. There are many programmes "put on" to help boredom never begin.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for your recent review on Morel Court where you currently live. It's good to read that you are happy and you have a say in the decisions that you make. The overall standard being good is always positive and I will ensure that I share your comments with the staff team.
Review from R T (Friend of Resident) published on 10 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
When I arrive I am greeted by the person in the office who is very polite, warm and happy. Noticed that the place was clean and had a fresh smell and had a lovely feeling of home.
During the first 10 minutes in the room where my friend resided, she had three visits from the staff (2 further after...
When I arrive I am greeted by the person in the office who is very polite, warm and happy. Noticed that the place was clean and had a fresh smell and had a lovely feeling of home.
During the first 10 minutes in the room where my friend resided, she had three visits from the staff (2 further after those 10 minutes) and both she and I given tea and biscuits.
During the first 10 minutes in the room where my friend resided, she had three visits from the staff (2 further after those 10 minutes) and both she and I given tea and biscuits.
Therefore, this home has left a very good impression on me. One of the staff visit after the 10 minutes to make my friend aware of an event. Good to see the activities.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for taking the time to review Morel Court; I’m pleased to read that your impressions of Morel Court was a good one. Thank you for rating us excellent in all areas. I will share your review with all the staff where such lovely comments are greatly appreciated.
Review from Marjorie C (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 30 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Excellent reception, friendly, helpful, and positive. The home is warm and welcoming at all times. Splendid care if difficulties arise ie a fall. Interesting activities and outings for those that enjoy the stimulation. Great care at all times from all the staff.
Excellent reception, friendly, helpful, and positive. The home is warm and welcoming at all times. Splendid care if difficulties arise ie a fall. Interesting activities and outings for those that enjoy the stimulation. Great care at all times from all the staff.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for your recent review about Morel Court and your positive feedback about the staff and the excellent reception you receive. I will ensure that I will share your feedback to the staff where comments like this are always greatly received.
Review from John E (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 3 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
We had a family wedding in St. David's. My mother-in-law, in spite of her disability, was able to attend due to the care and company of a member of staff. Family and friends were grateful for this outstanding service and provision. We are grateful also for all the day-to-day care provided at the...
We had a family wedding in St. David's. My mother-in-law, in spite of her disability, was able to attend due to the care and company of a member of staff. Family and friends were grateful for this outstanding service and provision. We are grateful also for all the day-to-day care provided at the home.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for your recent review. I’m so pleased that we were able to get your Mother-in-law to the wedding as she wouldn’t have wanted to miss it, and she had a lovely time. I will ensure that the care staff member will read your lovely comments, she too had a lovely day. Thank you for rating the home Excellent in all areas - this will shared with the team.
Review from Kerry D (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 September 2018 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
The quality of care provided by the staff is first-rate. Caring, compassionate and treating all with the dignity that people needing care deserve. Staff attended my father's funeral, several of them who did so on their day off and one who had left employment here a month previously. There are many...
The quality of care provided by the staff is first-rate. Caring, compassionate and treating all with the dignity that people needing care deserve. Staff attended my father's funeral, several of them who did so on their day off and one who had left employment here a month previously. There are many absolute gems of carers and staff here.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for the kind review you have written about the excellent care that was provided by the staff. First Class says it all. Your positive feedback will be fed back to the staff where all comments are greatly appreciated.
Review from James E (Cousin of Resident) published on 6 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
I recently paid a visit to Morel Court where my cousin had resided for approx 6 years until her death at the age of 104 where she received the most excellent care and dignity. It was a very difficult decision for her to give her home up and for me living 150 miles away. It was such a relief when...
I recently paid a visit to Morel Court where my cousin had resided for approx 6 years until her death at the age of 104 where she received the most excellent care and dignity. It was a very difficult decision for her to give her home up and for me living 150 miles away. It was such a relief when after a short time she told us it was home from home, and so on my return in July I found the same happy and caring attitude from the staff and happy and contented residents. Morel Court goes the extra mile for its residents.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for your lovely review of Morel Court. It’s good to read that your Cousin received the most excellent care. It is a hard decision to make for anyone coming into a residential home and I’m pleased to read that she told you it was “home from home” and Morel Court goes the extra mile for the...
Thank you for your lovely review of Morel Court. It’s good to read that your Cousin received the most excellent care. It is a hard decision to make for anyone coming into a residential home and I’m pleased to read that she told you it was “home from home” and Morel Court goes the extra mile for the residents. To read that you have rated the home excellent in all areas is fantastic. I will ensure that your comments are shared with all the staff where lovely comments are greatly appreciated.
Review from E D (Resident / Service User) published on 28 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Excellent.
Excellent.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for your recent feedback to see Excellent in all areas and that you would extremely likely to recommend us says it all. I will ensure that your positive feedback is fed back to the staff. All feedback is greatly appreciated.
Review from M J (Resident / Service User) published on 28 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
I am very happy at Morel Court.
I have no complaints. The food is good and well cooked and varied quite well.
I have no complaints. The food is good and well cooked and varied quite well.
All in all, it is a very pleasant place to stay. We are well cared for in every way.
I am very happy at Morel Court.
I have no complaints. The food is good and well cooked and varied quite well.
I have no complaints. The food is good and well cooked and varied quite well.
All in all, it is a very pleasant place to stay. We are well cared for in every way.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for your recent feedback. It is always good to read such positive comments about the home and it's lovely to read that the food is good and that you are well cared for in every way. I will ensure that we share your lovely comments where such positive comments are very much appreciated.
Review from Gillian M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Recovering from 2 minor strokes, mum became a resident at Morel Court last year. Having been an active and independent lady, she found it very difficult to accept she needed assistance from others. Thanks to her firm but compassionate carers, they gained her trust.
Each time we visit, it feels...
Recovering from 2 minor strokes, mum became a resident at Morel Court last year. Having been an active and independent lady, she found it very difficult to accept she needed assistance from others. Thanks to her firm but compassionate carers, they gained her trust.
Each time we visit, it feels like entering a small family owned hotel. Always a wave and a smile from the busy staff. The residents appear relaxed, chatting in groups or happily involved with the many activities on offer.
The staff, without exception, go that extra mile to make the lives of their residents the best it can be.
Each time we visit, it feels like entering a small family owned hotel. Always a wave and a smile from the busy staff. The residents appear relaxed, chatting in groups or happily involved with the many activities on offer.
The staff, without exception, go that extra mile to make the lives of their residents the best it can be.
Mum's speech was affected by the strokes, her first sentence to us was "I feel very comfortable and very safe here" what more can one ask?
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Your feedback will mean so much to the staff team at Morel Court. The team truly do pride themselves in ensuring all our residents feel part of an extended family. Being able to trust those who care for you goes such a long way to enabling a resident to be the best they can be. Thank you for taking the time to review the home.
Review from Douglas M (Friend of Resident) published on 20 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
It is difficult to fault this quite outstanding care home.
The 97 years old lady for whom I have Power of Attorney, has been resident for 4 years. She and I are very happy with the care provided from the manager downwards. Staff are cheerful, happy and obliging. Cleanliness, good food and...
It is difficult to fault this quite outstanding care home.
The 97 years old lady for whom I have Power of Attorney, has been resident for 4 years. She and I are very happy with the care provided from the manager downwards. Staff are cheerful, happy and obliging. Cleanliness, good food and exemplary administration are outstanding, not to mention the value that the local volunteers add. It is reassuring too, that any ailment is spotted and treated immediately. I'd be happy to reside there in due course.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Your positive feedback will be a delight to the staff team at Morel Court. They endeavour to bring reassurance, comfort and joy to all those in their care and it is pleasing to see that you would recommend this home.
Review from Trixie D (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
All staff are very caring. The home is always clean and fresh smelling. The gardens/grounds are beautifully kept. Rooms have recently been refurbished to a high standard. Menus are varied and interesting. Residents are encouraged to participate in a verity of activities. There is a good Christian...
All staff are very caring. The home is always clean and fresh smelling. The gardens/grounds are beautifully kept. Rooms have recently been refurbished to a high standard. Menus are varied and interesting. Residents are encouraged to participate in a verity of activities. There is a good Christian ethos. My mother is very happy and settled.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for sending in your feedback. It is reassuring to see that your mother and yourself find the service and support at Morel Court to be excellent. We are very proud of the hard work of this committed team.
Review from Winifred M (Resident / Service User) published on 17 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Truly home from home for me. Staff always patient, kind and friendly. A pleasure to live here.
Truly home from home for me. Staff always patient, kind and friendly. A pleasure to live here.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for your recent feedback about Morel Court and that it is like home from home, and to read lovely comments about the staff which I will ensure is shared with them. You have rated Excellent in all areas which is, in itself, a good recommendation.
Review from Kathleen D (Resident / Service User) published on 17 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
I feel so lucky to be able to spend my final years in such a caring devoted home.
I am so happy to be able to spend these years in this wonderful establishment.
I feel so lucky to be able to spend my final years in such a caring devoted home.
I am so happy to be able to spend these years in this wonderful establishment.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
How lovely to read that you have chosen Morel Court to spend your final years in a caring and devoted home. It is always good to receive positive feedback from someone who lives in the home, your own experiences of Morel Court being a positive one. I will ensure that your comments are fed back to all the staff.
Review from Jannice F (Resident / Service User) published on 17 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
I cannot fault anything, especially the staff and facilities. I am cared for day and night.
I cannot fault anything, especially the staff and facilities. I am cared for day and night.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for taking the time to comment about how caring and friendly the staff are. To read that the staff are its biggest asset and that they are willing to help anyone with every need is wonderful. I will ensure that your positive comments are fed back to the staff where it will be very much appreciated.
Review from Janet H (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
Overall Experience
A very friendly, caring home. Its biggest asset is the staff who are always ready and willing to help residents with every need. Residents and visitors are always treated with the greatest respect.
Morel Court is extremely well run and managed. It is clean and comfortable. The building is well...
A very friendly, caring home. Its biggest asset is the staff who are always ready and willing to help residents with every need. Residents and visitors are always treated with the greatest respect.
Morel Court is extremely well run and managed. It is clean and comfortable. The building is well cared for and pleasant to be in. I am very pleased my father lives here.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for sharing your lovely comments about the care and support your Father receives. It’s good to read that the Home is extremely well run and managed. It's always good to read that you would be extremely likely to recommend us. I will ensure that your positive comments are fed back to the staff where lovely comments are greatly appreciated.
Review from Andy W (Son of Resident) published on 22 August 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
My mum had struggled to look after herself for some time. Since she moved in Morel Court, she has been so much happier and more positive.
The staff go out of their way to look after the residents, with a perfect balance of professionalism and compassion.
My mum had struggled to look after herself for some time. Since she moved in Morel Court, she has been so much happier and more positive.
The staff go out of their way to look after the residents, with a perfect balance of professionalism and compassion.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
We were delighted to receive your positive feedback regarding the care your mother since she has been in Morel Court. The staff team will be so pleased that you have seen that their hard work and dedication to being the best they can be is shining through.
Review from Simon C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
My mother-in-law has been at Morel Court for a number of years, over which time, I have witnessed a very high standard of care. The staff are always friendly and helpful and the building is very well presented, the combination resulting in the Morel Court having the air of a charming family run...
My mother-in-law has been at Morel Court for a number of years, over which time, I have witnessed a very high standard of care. The staff are always friendly and helpful and the building is very well presented, the combination resulting in the Morel Court having the air of a charming family run small hotel. Top marks and well done to all concerned.
↩Reply from Suzanne Taplin, Home Manager at Morel Court
Thank you for taking the time to send in your review. It is pleasing to see that you are able to give such a positive review which compliments the staff and the service. We are pleased that the service has proved to meet all our expectations.
Review from P G (Friend of Resident) published on 5 July 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
I visit Morel Court periodically to visit friends. My husband also leads services (religious) from time to time. We always find the home welcoming and there is a genuinely friendly and "homely" atmosphere.
Yesterday went to a small event celebrating one resident's long term membership of the...
I visit Morel Court periodically to visit friends. My husband also leads services (religious) from time to time. We always find the home welcoming and there is a genuinely friendly and "homely" atmosphere.
Yesterday went to a small event celebrating one resident's long term membership of the Mother's Union. The tea was lovely and the staff attentive but not intrusive. We particularly liked the thoughtful way the small sitting room has been furnished with artefacts that would remind residents of the past. Excellent for those with memory problems.
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News
- 05 Feb 2026
Join us on Thursday 26 February, 10am–4pm to find out more about the care and support we provide for residents and their families. Enjoy a guided tour of the home,...
- 30 Jan 2025
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- 30 Jan 2025
Working in social care is not for the faint hearted. Long hours, challenging circumstances and dealing with vulnerable individuals would put plenty of people off. Despite all this, 19-year-old Olivia...
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Suzanne TaplinJob Title Home ManagerJoined 2009
Suzanne is a committed and passionate care home manager at MHA Morel Court, where she has been part of the team for the past 15 years. With over 22...
Suzanne is a committed and passionate care home manager at MHA Morel Court, where she has been part of the team for the past 15 years. With over 22 years of experience in the care sector, Suzanne has built her career from the ground up, starting as Deputy Manager before progressing to her current leadership role. She is driven by a deep desire to ensure that every resident enjoys the highest quality of life and is cared for with compassion, dignity, and respect.
Leading with both professionalism and heart, Suzanne is devoted to bringing out the best in her team and nurturing a warm, supportive culture throughout the home. Her values of excellence, empathy, and teamwork are at the core of everything she does, making Morel Court a truly special and welcoming place for residents, families, and staff alike.
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