It feels like a real family - the staff are so friendly.V L(Sister of Resident/Service User)
My wife and I are extremely impressed with the outstanding care provided by all staffPete E(Son of Resident/Service User)
Merryfield is a very welcoming and friendly home.Stephanie Z(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
It feels like a real family - the staff are so friendly.V L(Sister of Resident/Service User)
My wife and I are extremely impressed with the outstanding care provided by all staffPete E(Son of Resident/Service User)
Merryfield is a very welcoming and friendly home.Stephanie Z(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Located in a beautiful 1922 Cotswold stone manor house, Merryfield House Nursing Home is set in tranquil gardens on the outskirts of Witney market town. Formerly the home of a ‘Witney Blanket’ family, it offers residential and nursing care for up to 24 people.
The main house boasts an impressive entrance hall with a sweeping staircase to public rooms, while a purpose-built ground floor area provides single en-suite bedrooms with French...
Located in a beautiful 1922 Cotswold stone manor house, Merryfield House Nursing Home is set in tranquil gardens on the outskirts of Witney market town. Formerly the home of a ‘Witney Blanket’ family, it offers residential and nursing care for up to 24 people.
The main house boasts an impressive entrance hall with a sweeping staircase to public rooms, while a purpose-built ground floor area provides single en-suite bedrooms with French windows. With an inglenook fireplace, the main lounge area is an ideal space for residents to relax and socialise in while enjoying views of the garden.
Rated overall 'Good' by CQC in December 2017 and 'Outstanding' in the Responsive category, Merryfield’s staff are all trained to a high standard, holding NVQ levels two, three or four in Care and Management, as well as customer care and training in hospitality, which gives residents that little bit extra as they and their families receive care at Merryfield.
The home's chef uses fresh local produce to provide a wonderful choice of meals on a daily basis. Residents may choose where they take their meals, be it in the privacy of their own room or together with other residents (and often friends and relatives) in the dining room.
All bedrooms are fully furnished and come equipped with an electric bed, SMART television, call bell. Telephone and Sky TV facility available on request. The home has fibre Wi-Fi available for all residents and a dedicated guest network throughout. iPad tablets, FaceTime, Zoom and Skype access enable regular communication between residents and their relatives. The home cinema provides access to Netflix and Amazon Prime.
The home has exceptional activities coordinators who arrange a varied programme of events and outings with its bespoke minibus, including visits to local stately homes, animal therapy, musical entertainment, yoga, virtual reality headsets, and gardening.
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Care Provided by Merryfield House Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
Older Person Care
Dementia
Learning Disability / Autism
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Nursing Care
Dementia Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care
For a maximum of 24 Service Users
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Mild Dementia
Moderate Dementia
Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
Parkinson's Disease
Stroke
Palliative / End of Life Care
COPD/Pulmonary Disease
Convalescent Care
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
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Own Furniture if required
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
Smoking not permitted
Close to Local shops
Near Public Transport
Minibus or other transport
Lift
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Gardens
Phone Point in own room
Television point in own room
Residents Internet Access
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£1,585 - £2,205
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Merryfield House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 10 (9.994) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Merryfield House Nursing Home has 120 reviews.
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Review from Tracey W (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My Mum has been cared for at Merryfield for 6weeks. The care provided is compassionate and all the staff are warm and made us all feel welcome immediately. The home is clean and the food amazing. We are so grateful for the peace of mind they've given our family.
My Mum has been cared for at Merryfield for 6weeks. The care provided is compassionate and all the staff are warm and made us all feel welcome immediately. The home is clean and the food amazing. We are so grateful for the peace of mind they've given our family.
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Review from Kelly R (Relative of Resident) published on 6 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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We are from the United States and this facility is better and more compassionate than anything I have encountered in twenty years of social service work. It is amazing the staff are outstanding and I am so glad
We are from the United States and this facility is better and more compassionate than anything I have encountered in twenty years of social service work. It is amazing the staff are outstanding and I am so glad
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Review from P B (Son of Resident) published on 4 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I've been a regular visitor to the home, but in phases since I live abroad. The staff are very friendly and professional. The homes looks cosy and clean, and plenty of tea and cakes that make my dad happy! The medical care and attention are also excellent, and we are always happy knowing he is...
I've been a regular visitor to the home, but in phases since I live abroad. The staff are very friendly and professional. The homes looks cosy and clean, and plenty of tea and cakes that make my dad happy! The medical care and attention are also excellent, and we are always happy knowing he is cared for when we are not there.
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Review from J W (Son of Resident) published on 27 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Mum came to the home for about two years. She had a stroke and other health problems. The home and all the staff are amazing and gave mum the best last 2 years of her life. When family visited, we always felt welcomed and kept up to date with mum. It is a fantastic home and highly recommended.
Mum came to the home for about two years. She had a stroke and other health problems. The home and all the staff are amazing and gave mum the best last 2 years of her life. When family visited, we always felt welcomed and kept up to date with mum. It is a fantastic home and highly recommended.
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Review from Juliet N (Sister of Resident) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My mother stayed at Merryfield for 2.5 months until she sadly passed away. The home was so inclusive with amazing staff who truly cared. The staff are a tribute to this fabulous home. Towards the end my mother was even more beautifully cared for if that is possible and personally monitored...
My mother stayed at Merryfield for 2.5 months until she sadly passed away. The home was so inclusive with amazing staff who truly cared. The staff are a tribute to this fabulous home. Towards the end my mother was even more beautifully cared for if that is possible and personally monitored through the day and night. thank you Merryfield
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Review from Allan T (Friend of Resident) published on 3 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Fabulous care home, hospitality and care and staff, everyone are so caring. They all have an attention and care is unsurpassed.
Fabulous care home, hospitality and care and staff, everyone are so caring. They all have an attention and care is unsurpassed.
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Review from Margaret T (Friend of Resident) published on 3 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Everything is fantastic, care to the patients lovely.
Everything is fantastic, care to the patients lovely.
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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Very happy with the care my dad has received at Merryfield House. Everyone is so helpful. It's truly a home from home. Everybody knows everyone and always to welcoming.
Very happy with the care my dad has received at Merryfield House. Everyone is so helpful. It's truly a home from home. Everybody knows everyone and always to welcoming.
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Review from L P (Wife of Resident) published on 5 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My husband received the most wonderful care from all the staff at Merryfield.
He has advanced dementia and his needs were met with kindness and a gentle approach from all the staff. His care was individual and person centered.
My husband received the most wonderful care from all the staff at Merryfield.
He has advanced dementia and his needs were met with kindness and a gentle approach from all the staff. His care was individual and person centered.
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Review from N C (Son of Resident) published on 14 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Amazing staff. Mum was well looked after.
Amazing staff. Mum was well looked after.
↩Reply from Fran Torres, Registered Manager at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for your kind words. We're really pleased to hear that your mum was well looked after and that our team made a positive impression. Providing attentive, compassionate care is at the heart of what we do, and your feedback will mean a great deal to everyone.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.
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Review from Jason C (Son of Resident) published on 8 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Merryfield Nursing Home have been fantastic in caring for our Mum. She had quite complex medical needs, and they dealt with everything brilliantly, taking any stress away from Mum and the family.
Merryfield Nursing Home have been fantastic in caring for our Mum. She had quite complex medical needs, and they dealt with everything brilliantly, taking any stress away from Mum and the family.
↩Reply from Fran Torres, Registered Manager at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We're really pleased to hear that you've felt so supported and reassured by the care your mum has received at Merryfield. Supporting people with complex medical needs requires both skill and compassion, and your feedback will mean a great...
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're really pleased to hear that you've felt so supported and reassured by the care your mum has received at Merryfield. Supporting people with complex medical needs requires both skill and compassion, and your feedback will mean a great deal to the team. Knowing that we were able to ease stress for both your mum and your family is incredibly important to us. Our priority is always to provide care that feels safe, attentive and genuinely supportive, and we're grateful you trusted us to do that.
Thank you again for your kind words and for placing your confidence in the Merryfield team.
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Review from H H (Sister of Resident) published on 29 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Beautiful setting, warm, welcoming environment, caring, attentive staff. Sincerely thanks for all you do.
Beautiful setting, warm, welcoming environment, caring, attentive staff. Sincerely thanks for all you do.
↩Reply from Fran Torres, Registered Manager at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you so much for your kind words.
We're delighted to hear that you experienced Merryfield as warm and welcoming, and that the setting and care from the team made a positive impression. Our staff work very hard to create an environment where people feel comfortable, supported and genuinely...
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that you experienced Merryfield as warm and welcoming, and that the setting and care from the team made a positive impression. Our staff work very hard to create an environment where people feel comfortable, supported and genuinely cared for, so your thanks will mean a great deal to them.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your feedback.
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Review from R M (Sister of Resident) published on 25 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I cannot recommend Merryfield highly enough. We were welcomed with open arms in their "Home from Home" environment after a prolonged hospital stay. The staff are very caring and the food and activities are excellent.
I cannot recommend Merryfield highly enough. We were welcomed with open arms in their "Home from Home" environment after a prolonged hospital stay. The staff are very caring and the food and activities are excellent.
↩Reply from Preet Shergill, Associate Director at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for sharing such a kind and generous review.
We're delighted to hear that you felt so welcomed at Merryfield, especially after what sounds like a very difficult period following a prolonged hospital stay. Creating a warm, supportive and comforting environment is something our team cares...
Thank you for sharing such a kind and generous review. We're delighted to hear that you felt so welcomed at Merryfield, especially after what sounds like a very difficult period following a prolonged hospital stay. Creating a warm, supportive and comforting environment is something our team cares deeply about, and your words will mean a great deal to them. It's lovely to hear that you've been pleased with both the care and the wider experience, including the food and activities. Supporting wellbeing, enjoyment and a sense of home is central to life at Merryfield.
Thank you again for your recommendation and for placing your trust in our team.
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Review from K N (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 24 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Merryfield's is a clean warm and welcoming care home. My gran is very well looked after and all the staff are so friendly.
Merryfield's is a clean warm and welcoming care home. My gran is very well looked after and all the staff are so friendly.
↩Reply from Fran Torres, Registered Manager at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind review.
We're really pleased to hear that you find Merryfield to be a clean, warm and welcoming home, and that your gran is being well looked after. Creating an environment where people feel comfortable, cared for and at ease is something our team...
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind review. We're really pleased to hear that you find Merryfield to be a clean, warm and welcoming home, and that your gran is being well looked after. Creating an environment where people feel comfortable, cared for and at ease is something our team takes great pride in. It's also lovely to hear your feedback about the staff. Your words will mean a great deal to them.
Thank you again for your support and for trusting us with your gran's care.
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Review from Jenny N (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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All the staff are very kind and helpful.
All the staff are very kind and helpful.
↩Reply from Preet Shergill, Associate Director at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're really pleased to hear that you've found the team kind and helpful. Providing warm, supportive care and being there for residents and families is at the heart of what we do, and your words will mean a great deal to everyone.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.
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Review from I G (Friend of Resident) published on 22 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Merryfield was a friendly environment. Staff very caring and polite.
Merryfield was a friendly environment. Staff very caring and polite.
↩Reply from fr, Registered Manager at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're really pleased to hear that you found Merryfield to be a friendly environment and that the team came across as caring and polite. Creating a home where people feel comfortable, respected and well supported is very important to us, and your words will mean a great deal to the team.
Thank you again for your kind review.
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Review from L G (Friend of Resident) published on 22 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Very friendly, staff excellent, clean and well kept. Nothing is too much trouble.
Very friendly, staff excellent, clean and well kept. Nothing is too much trouble.
↩Reply from Fran Torres, Registered Manager at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for your kind review. We're really pleased to hear that you've found the home friendly, well kept and that the team have made such a positive impression. Supporting residents and families with care, warmth and attention is what we strive for, and your words will mean a great deal to everyone.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.
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Review from B B (Wife of Resident) published on 16 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My husband was admitted to Merryfield House with advanced dementia. We are very pleased with the care he receives. The communication from all the staff is excellent. The caring is given with respect and empathy and complete understanding for relatives. We are very happy with our decision to have...
My husband was admitted to Merryfield House with advanced dementia. We are very pleased with the care he receives. The communication from all the staff is excellent. The caring is given with respect and empathy and complete understanding for relatives. We are very happy with our decision to have him cared for in Merryfield.
↩Reply from Fran Torres, Registered Manager at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review.
We're really pleased to hear how supported and reassured you feel, and that the care your husband is receiving has met your expectations. Caring for someone living with advanced dementia requires deep compassion, understanding and...
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We're really pleased to hear how supported and reassured you feel, and that the care your husband is receiving has met your expectations. Caring for someone living with advanced dementia requires deep compassion, understanding and respect, and your words will mean a great deal to the whole team. We're especially glad to hear that you've found communication to be strong and supportive. Working closely with families and offering empathy, openness and reassurance is central to how we care.
Thank you for trusting Merryfield with your husband's care. We're honoured to support you both.
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Review from Debbie C (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Merryfield made my dad's birthday special by throwing a tea party. They decorated the dining room with birthday decorations and made a lovely spread of cakes and sandwiches. They also made a birthday cake and the staff came in and sang with us. They take great care with looking after dad and the...
Merryfield made my dad's birthday special by throwing a tea party. They decorated the dining room with birthday decorations and made a lovely spread of cakes and sandwiches. They also made a birthday cake and the staff came in and sang with us. They take great care with looking after dad and the other residents.
↩Reply from Fran Torres, Registered Manager at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for sharing such a lovely review.
We're delighted to hear that your dad's birthday was made special and that you were able to celebrate together in that way. Creating meaningful moments and helping families mark important occasions is something our team truly enjoys, so your feedback...
Thank you for sharing such a lovely review. We're delighted to hear that your dad's birthday was made special and that you were able to celebrate together in that way. Creating meaningful moments and helping families mark important occasions is something our team truly enjoys, so your feedback will mean a great deal to them. It's wonderful to hear that the tea party, decorations and cake helped create a memorable day, and that you felt the care and attention extended not only to your dad but to all residents.
Thank you for trusting us with your dad's care and for taking the time to share your experience.
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Review from Anita B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Lovely place to stay, not like a care facility, more a home from home. My mum came on very well here, from someone who just sat in a chair all day to a lady walking around and going outside.
Lovely place to stay, not like a care facility, more a home from home. My mum came on very well here, from someone who just sat in a chair all day to a lady walking around and going outside.
↩Reply from Fran Torres, Registered Manager at Merryfield House Nursing Home
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review.
We're really pleased to hear that Merryfield felt like a home from home and that your mum has made such positive progress during her time with us. Seeing someone regain confidence, movement and enjoyment in daily life is incredibly rewarding for our...
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review. We're really pleased to hear that Merryfield felt like a home from home and that your mum has made such positive progress during her time with us. Seeing someone regain confidence, movement and enjoyment in daily life is incredibly rewarding for our team, and your words will mean a great deal to them.
Creating an environment where people feel comfortable, encouraged and supported to live as fully as possible is central to what we do. Thank you for trusting us with your mum's care and for taking the time to share your experience.
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Date: 09 December 2017
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10 Aug 2026
What better way to celebrate summer than with a music festival in the beautiful gardens at Merryfield Nursing Home! Our annual summer party was a wonderful afternoon filled with sunshine,...
22 Jul 2026
Residents from Merryfield House Nursing Home recently enjoyed a fantastic afternoon on the River Thames, thanks to a wonderful boat trip with the River Time Boat Trust. With the sun...
13 Mar 2026
Merryfield Nursing Home recently took the opportunity to mark International Women’s Day to acknowledge the strength, resilience, and achievements of the women who enrich our community. Many of the individuals...
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Meet the Team (2)
Fran TorresJob Title Registered ManagerJoined 2012
With a career spanning over two decades within the realm of care home management, I continue to approach each day with an unwavering enthusiasm....
With a career spanning over two decades within the realm of care home management, I continue to approach each day with an unwavering enthusiasm. Merryfield holds a special place in my heart, a true embodiment of a welcoming abode. As a seasoned and qualified nurse, I’ve been in the role of Registered Manager for over seven years. My dedication to care has fostered a deep-rooted connection, and I derive immense satisfaction from hands-on interaction with our cherished residents.
Aida LardizabalJob Title Deputy ManagerJoined 2003
Two decades of service within the care home sector have been a testament to my unwavering commitment. This journey is one I embrace with wholehearted...
Two decades of service within the care home sector have been a testament to my unwavering commitment. This journey is one I embrace with wholehearted passion.
Holding the mantle of a Nurse, and Deputy Manager, I ardently ensure that my residents receive the finest care possible.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merryfield House Nursing Home
What types of Care is Merryfield House Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Merryfield House Nursing Home have?
There are 24 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Merryfield House Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Merryfield House Nursing Home to the centre of Witney?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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