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The Devonshire

Rodway Road, off Oxford Road, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire RG30 6TP
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Very pleased with everything thank you.R L(Son of Resident/Service User)
The Devonshire, Reading
The friendly staff goes the extra mile to provide a very high professional careT P(Wife of Resident/Service User)
The Devonshire, Reading
The staff are excellent in all they do.J D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
The Devonshire, Reading

The Devonshire provides 24-hour nursing care, in addition to supporting those living with dementia and other long-term conditions.

Conveniently located to nearby Tilehurst village, the home benefits from excellent local transport links and is easily accessible by train, bus and car.

The Devonshire is divided into smaller accommodation units, offering an intimate friendly atmosphere where residents and carers get to know each other well and staff can tailor care to... 

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Care Provided by The Devonshire

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
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 137 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,560N/A
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,660N/A
Nursing CareFrom £1,814N/A
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,914N/A

Contact The Devonshire to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen. Please contact us for further information.

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 choose 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.

Tours

Onsite Tours of The DevonshireUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun(between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)At River View Care Centre we are delighted to offer a face to face tour as well as a virtual tour. All tours must be booked in advance as we would still like to manage the footfall throughout the home. If you view our website and follow the link this will allow you to look around many different areas of our home and view the extensive range of lounges, dining rooms and bedrooms available and view our cafe, in-house hairdressing salon and our large enclosed garden:
Remote Tours of The DevonshireUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun(between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)We are delighted to be able to offer face to face in house tours & virtual viewings. Please contact the team for more information and to arrange a time that is convenient to you.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Lizzy Gondo (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (137)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (17)

Visiting

  • Follow Covid guidelines - please check with the home as guidelines may change each month.

Parking

  • Limited onsite parking available.

The Devonshire Reviews (135)

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9.6

The Devonshire has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.560) out of 10, based on 48 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Devonshire has 135 reviews.

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Review from K P (Son of Resident) published on 27 October 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from M P (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 26 October 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from A W (Son of Resident) published on 3 August 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from M B (Friend of Resident) published on 23 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Paul A (Friend of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from R L (Son of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from S H (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from J D (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Elaine B (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from F J (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Wendy D (Friend of Resident) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 30 January 2026
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Requires improvement
  • CaringRequires improvement
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledGood
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Bed Vacancies

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News (3) & Events (0)

News
  • 16 Mar 2026

    We had the most wonderful Valentine’s Day celebration, proving that you’re never too old for a bit of romance! The highlight of our day was hosting a private 3-course Valentine’s...

  • 16 Mar 2026

    There wasn't a dry eye in the house today as our lovely resident Micky took to the keys! As a former piano teacher, Micky has spent her life sharing the...

  • 27 Aug 2025

    What an amazing day we had at Open and Cultural Day 2025! The celebration was filled with joy, laughter, and togetherness — from live singing, henna and nail art, and...

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Meet the Team (9)

Lizzy Gondo
Lizzy GondoJob Title Home Manager

Lizzy is the Home Manager at The Devonshire and has a wealth of experience in the social care sector.

She can often be seen walking the floor, motivating the team and greeting residents with her wonderful smile.

Ancy
Ancy Job Title Deputy ManagerJoined 2014
James Gillespie
James GillespieJob Title Customer Relations ManagerJoined 2025
Peter Tsakov
Peter TsakovJob Title Business Administrator

Peter is one of the Business Administrators at The Devonshire.

Anita Csontos
Anita CsontosJob Title Business Administrator

Anita is one of the Business Administrators at The Devonshire.

Barbara
Barbara Job Title Nurse (RGN)Joined 2010
Sunita
Sunita Job Title Nurse - RGNJoined 2013
Sunita joined River View in 2013. She started her nursing career in Nepal 2007.

Sunita's children have always known their mother as a nurse and appreciate quality time with her due to her working hours.

Kukku
Kukku Job Title Nurse AssistantJoined 2020
Veronica
Veronica Job Title Activities CoordinatorJoined 2004

Frequently Asked Questions about The Devonshire

How much does The Devonshire cost?

The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,560 for residential care, from £1,660 for residential dementia care, from £1,814 for nursing care and from £1,914 for nursing dementia care. Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).

What types of Care is The Devonshire 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 The Devonshire have?

There are 137 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Devonshire?

Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Devonshire to the centre of Reading?

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

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