
The carers nursing staff and manager have all been really helpful.Sue H(Friend of Resident/Service User)

We have witnessed genuine care, concern and politeness from all members of staffChristine S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


The carers nursing staff and manager have all been really helpful.Sue H(Friend of Resident/Service User)

We have witnessed genuine care, concern and politeness from all members of staffChristine S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


Overlooking the cathedral city of Winchester, Abbotts Barton is a residential and nursing care home that has supported local families for more than 25 years. Set in an enviable position with views towards Winchester Cathedral, the home offers a calm, elegant setting where residents enjoy expert support while remaining closely connected to one of Hampshire's most historic cities.
Many bedrooms and shared spaces look out towards the cathedral, while beautifully maintained...
Overlooking the cathedral city of Winchester, Abbotts Barton is a residential and nursing care home that has supported local families for more than 25 years. Set in an enviable position with views towards Winchester Cathedral, the home offers a calm, elegant setting where residents enjoy expert support while remaining closely connected to one of Hampshire's most historic cities.
Many bedrooms and shared spaces look out towards the cathedral, while beautifully maintained gardens provide peaceful places to relax throughout the year. Spacious lounges, welcoming dining areas and comfortable surroundings encourage both companionship and quieter moments, creating an environment that feels refined, relaxed and reassuring.
A dedicated companionship team organises a varied programme of activities, visiting entertainers, community events and seasonal celebrations, giving residents every opportunity to pursue familiar interests, discover new ones and enjoy time together at their own pace.
Residents benefit from residential and nursing care delivered by an experienced clinical team, alongside freshly prepared meals, attentive hospitality and thoughtfully maintained surroundings. As part of the award-winning Colten Care group, recognised as the 2025 National Care Award winner for Best Provider (Medium-Sized) and a carehome.co.uk Top 20 Group for 11 consecutive years, Abbotts Barton pairs trusted expertise with the warm, welcoming atmosphere that has made it a valued part of the Winchester community for more than 25 years.
Abbotts Barton is a home where residents feel known as individuals, families are always welcomed, and every day is supported by kindness, confidence and genuine care.
Care Provided by Abbotts Barton
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 63 Service Users
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Abbotts Barton for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Abbotts Barton 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
- Colten Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Dee Lovewell (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2008
Room Information
- Single Rooms (63)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (28)
Visiting
- There are no specific visiting hours at Abbotts Barton; all that is asked is that you let the home know you are in the building by signing in on the iPad in Reception. If you are visiting outside of Reception hours, ring the bell and a member of the team will assist you.
Parking
- Parking is available on site at Abbotts Barton, and all visitor parking is clearly marked. When coming to view the home, please get in touch and a space can be reserved.
Abbotts Barton Reviews (137)
Abbotts Barton has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.939) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Abbotts Barton has 137 reviews.
I had two weeks of respite care after three weeks in hospital. I was very well looked after.
I had two weeks of respite care after three weeks in hospital. I was very well looked after.
Thank you for the likelihood of you recommending our home. We accept that at times personal choice and family time take priority over our activities. We are glad that you felt well looked after.
All the staff have been wonderful in helping Mum get back on her feet.
All the staff have been wonderful in helping Mum get back on her feet.
After our elderly mum had a hospital stay, nursing care was needed for several weeks before she was able to get back home. Not only has she been cared for very well they have also cared for our dad during his extensive visiting time which we have greatly appreciated. Many thanks to all staff from...
After our elderly mum had a hospital stay, nursing care was needed for several weeks before she was able to get back home. Not only has she been cared for very well they have also cared for our dad during his extensive visiting time which we have greatly appreciated. Many thanks to all staff from management to the lovely ladies encouraging activities, the nursing staff were kind and considerate of mum's needs and they both enjoyed the meals. A superb home and we as a family thank you all.
Very welcoming on admission to redecorated attractive room with flowers and a welcome card - appreciated! Came in on respite care now permanent and finding it difficult to settle. The staff are very friendly and caring, but sometimes the wait when needing the toilet is difficult but realise many...
The garden and "garden club" we used and enjoyed by ourselves and other residents. Usually a quiet, friendly atmosphere. Thank you to all the management and staff.
A very helpful and pleasant stay. Would consider becoming a permanent resident.
A very helpful and pleasant stay. Would consider becoming a permanent resident.
My mother has lived at this care home since 2014. The standard of comfort and care has mostly been excellent. The few problems that have arisen over the years have been swiftly resolved.
My mother has lived at this care home since 2014. The standard of comfort and care has mostly been excellent. The few problems that have arisen over the years have been swiftly resolved.
I have been here for 2 1/2 years and in that time this has been my home. I am contented and have become used to the routine and the staff who are helpful, cheerful and discreet. Visitors are always made welcome and my daughter is pleased I am in a safe place. The team in charge of entertainment...
I have been here for 2 1/2 years and in that time this has been my home. I am contented and have become used to the routine and the staff who are helpful, cheerful and discreet. Visitors are always made welcome and my daughter is pleased I am in a safe place. The team in charge of entertainment work hard to find ways to keep residents happy. My pre-lunch sherry is something I enjoy with the opportunity to meet other residents, mid-morning and afternoons, tea and coffee are provided. I consider myself lucky to be here in my old age.
My mother arrived at Abbotts Barton lonely, exhausted and stressed and after just a few weeks, she's back to her old...
My mother arrived at Abbotts Barton lonely, exhausted and stressed and after just a few weeks, she's back to her old self. She's eating better, enjoying the company and keen to join in with the activities and repeatedly stresses how kind all the staff are. Thank you.
Very impressed with every aspect from first impression to accommodation and lovely gardens. All staff and management friendly and caring. Lovely that residents can invite visitors for meals and coffee/tea. The newspaper service is a good idea. The welcome flowers followed by the "thank you for...
Very impressed with every aspect from first impression to accommodation and lovely gardens. All staff and management friendly and caring. Lovely that residents can invite visitors for meals and coffee/tea. The newspaper service is a good idea. The welcome flowers followed by the "thank you for staying" flowers are a joy. The activities are very good and mum particularly enjoyed the outings with picnic provided. Hair salon is also excellent. Do good to have lovely baths. Wonderful.
The garden is so enjoyable and you care for the local bird population (see blue tit babies!).
The garden is so enjoyable and you care for the local bird population (see blue tit babies!).
I liked it so much I've come back for respite.
I liked it so much I've come back for respite.
We were invited to lunch with a resident and were delighted to be served in the sitting room so we had privacy. Our 'waiter' was extremely attentive to us all and took particular care of our friend. The meal was superb and an excellent choice was available. Our friend is very happy living there....
We were invited to lunch with a resident and were delighted to be served in the sitting room so we had privacy. Our 'waiter' was extremely attentive to us all and took particular care of our friend. The meal was superb and an excellent choice was available. Our friend is very happy living there. Thank you.
Being a resident here for a few weeks has been a very pleasant experience. I would not hesitate to recommend it to my friends - absolutely excellent.
Being a resident here for a few weeks has been a very pleasant experience. I would not hesitate to recommend it to my friends - absolutely excellent.
Staff are always friendly, kind and caring towards my gran and all our family - we all feel supported and that she is getting the best care and attention she can. Thank you!
Staff are always friendly, kind and caring towards my gran and all our family - we all feel supported and that she is getting the best care and attention she can. Thank you!
Care fabulous and I used to be a district nurse.
I'm booking a room!
Care fabulous and I used to be a district nurse.
I'm booking a room!
My stay at Abbotts Barton nursing home was a very good experience. I made some new friends that I will return to visit soon. We had enjoyable quizzes etc. with lovely gardens to stroll in and delicious food. Now to save for my next visit, which I hope is for a longer stay.
My stay at Abbotts Barton nursing home was a very good experience. I made some new friends that I will return to visit soon. We had enjoyable quizzes etc. with lovely gardens to stroll in and delicious food. Now to save for my next visit, which I hope is for a longer stay.
All members of staff are pleasant and very caring, they are extremely helpful at all times. My sister received excellent care throughout her stay.
All members of staff are pleasant and very caring, they are extremely helpful at all times. My sister received excellent care throughout her stay.
I came here after an operation and found the staff very caring and friendly and the food delicious.
I came here after an operation and found the staff very caring and friendly and the food delicious.
The care that my mum is getting is fantastic and my mum is very happy.
The care that my mum is getting is fantastic and my mum is very happy.
Although my mother had a place at Abbotts Barton, due to a deterioration of her condition she was unable to leave the hospice. The arrangements for making her welcome at the setting were first class. The team could not have been more caring, welcoming and genuine in their approach and the dignity...
Although my mother had a place at Abbotts Barton, due to a deterioration of her condition she was unable to leave the hospice. The arrangements for making her welcome at the setting were first class. The team could not have been more caring, welcoming and genuine in their approach and the dignity with which they dealt with our family We would not hesitate to recommend Abbotts Barton.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 September 2017Good
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (3) & Events (0)
- 09 Jul 2026
More than 35 managers in various roles have participated in Colten Care’s third-level ‘Excel’ Leadership & Management Course in the past 18 months to two years. They include the group’s...
- 18 Feb 2025
A Strictly-style ballroom dance competition supported Colten Care has raised more than £80,000 for a Dorset-based palliative care charity. Forest Holme Hospice’s Strictly Extravaganza, which had headline sponsorship from Colten...
- 18 Feb 2025
Colten Care has trained 32 team members as Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) to help colleagues maintain and improve their work-life balance. Colten Care has prioritised the training as part...
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Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Abbotts Barton.
Meet the Team (2)

Dee leads the team at Abbotts Barton and is ultimately responsible for every aspect of life in the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and service are delivered. Her door is always open if you have any questions or queries.

Shira is responsible for leading the team of registered nurses and carers to meet the individual needs of the resident through the delivery of consistently high levels of clinical care.
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