
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...
Care Provided by Merryfield House Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- 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 24 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- 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)
Facilities
- 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
Funding & Fees
Contact Merryfield House Nursing Home 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
- Peverel Court Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Francisca Torres (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
Room Information
- Single Rooms (24)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (20)
Merryfield House Nursing Home Reviews (120)
Merryfield House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 10 (9.995) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Merryfield House Nursing Home has 120 reviews.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
Fabulous care home, hospitality and care and staff, everyone are so caring. They all have an attention and care is unsurpassed.
Everything is fantastic, care to the patients lovely.
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.
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.
Amazing staff. Mum was well looked after.
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.
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.
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...
Beautiful setting, warm, welcoming environment, caring, attentive staff. Sincerely thanks for all you do.
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...
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.
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...
Merryfield's is a clean warm and welcoming care home. My gran is very well looked after and all the staff are so friendly.
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...
All the staff are very kind and helpful.
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.
Merryfield was a friendly environment. Staff very caring and polite.
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.
Very friendly, staff excellent, clean and well kept. Nothing is too much trouble.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 December 2017Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- 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 (7) & Events (1)
- 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...
- 01 Aug 2026Organiser: Merryfield House Nursing Home
Awards / Recognitions (20)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Merryfield House Nursing Home
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Peverel Court Care
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Merryfield House Nursing Home
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Merryfield House Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (2)

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.

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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