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The home provides high-quality 24-hour nursing care, tailored to meet the individual needs of each resident. A dedicated team of...
Care Provided by Freshford Cottage
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- 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 20 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- 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
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- 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 Freshford Cottage for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Freshford Cottage 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose 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.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Southcare Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Diana Midoschi(Registered Nursing Care Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (18)
Visiting
- The home believe that maintaining connections with family and friends is an important part of wellbeing. There are no set visiting hours at the nursing home, and visitors are welcome at any time. The team encourage loved ones to visit whenever it is convenient, helping residents stay connected and supported in a comfortable, homely environment.
Parking
- Visitor parking is available on-site for family members, friends, and other guests. Dedicated parking spaces are provided to ensure convenient access to the nursing home. Visitors are encouraged to use the designated parking areas and follow any posted parking guidelines during their visit.
Freshford Cottage Reviews (58)
Freshford Cottage has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.798) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Freshford Cottage has 58 reviews.
Warm atmosphere. Very dedicated staff.
Thank you so much for your review. We value your comments and hope we can welcome you into the home soon. Please get in touch if you need anything.
Fantastic care for my Dad during lockdown under very challenging circumstances.
Thank you for your kind review. We are very happy to hear your comments during a very challenging time. If there is anything else we can do for you, please let us know.
My father was only in the nursing home for five days for end of life care, but I cannot praise them enough for the kindness and care they extended to him. In exceptional circumstances, during the Coronaviris pandemic when visiting was restricted, they also treated my mother, brother and I with understanding.
My experience with Freshford Cottage was always welcoming by staff, some staff were better than others. I have rated cleanliness as poor due to the concerns we raised about blood on a chair which was not cleaned the whole time my uncle was living at Freshford Cottage. I would recommend this home due to the care my uncle received, which was good.
Very welcoming from the first day, room was nice, carers were nice, food was good. I would say my uncle was treated with dignity. My only ever concern was that blood was never cleaned off an armchair, even after mentioning a couple of times. I would definitely recommend Freshford Cottage, it is one of the nicest homes I have been into.
Freshford Cottage is a lovely nursing home. The staff are fantastic and have worked together to help settle my dad into his new home. The staff are caring and very approachable and nothing is too much trouble. I would certainly not hesitate to recommend the home in fact I have.
The manager and staff are amazing. They are kind, helpful and totally appropriate in their actions and words. They took care of my father with immense understanding and kindness. In addition, the care and understanding shown towards my mother at a very difficult time was second to none. I have been to lots of care homes over the last two years and this one is exceptional.
Thanks so much for your review and for entrusting all of us at Freshford Cottage with the care of both your mother and father. We know how important it is to empathise with everyone who comes into our home and it’s lovely to receive such positive feedback. We’re happy that we could provide the...
I have been a parish visitor at Freshford for over two years and I have always been greeted by friendly staff, staff who are very caring and competent in their job and a lot of laughing and joking. All in all a very happy home.
Thank you for your kind review. We look forward to seeing again soon.
My mother arrived at the home at the beginning of September and is happily settled partly because of the excellent care given to her by the staff and the accommodation itself.
Thank you for your kind review. We are very happy to hear your mother has settled in. If there is anything else we can do for you, please let us know.
I cannot fault Freshford Cottage for the care and attention my mother has. All the staff are very friendly and helpful and nothing is too much trouble for them.
Thank you for your kind review. If there is anything else we can do for you, please let us know.
Everyone greets you with a smile and does their best to make you welcome. Daily notes on residents care are there to be seen by a visitor to the room and my query is always dealt with quickly.
Thank you for your kind review. We are very happy to hear we're making a difference at Freshford. If there is anything else we can do for you, please let us know.
My first time in a care home. The staff were kind, helpful and attentive. They do there (sometimes) difficult jobs well.
All the way from the top staff to the staff who keep the home so lovely and clean. They are so caring, it's a pleasure to visit, so dedicated, they are all like angels at a very difficult time. Thank you.
The residents are very well looked after. The staff are very good and do all they can for the residents. They are really encouraged to do things.
A family friend recommended Freshford Cottage to us when we urgently needed palliative care for our mother. After our initial visit, we were immediately drawn to the homely atmosphere and to the friendly and efficient staff. We are being kept fully informed of our mother's condition but more importantly, she is very happy there.
The care my mother has received has been excellent. The staff are very kind and caring. As a family, we are very grateful that our mother was able to move into Freshford Cottage.
Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad to hear that your mother is happy with the overall care provided! Call us if there is anything we can help you with.
I am very pleased with the overall care provided by Freshford Cottage for my wife. My wife recently completed her first year at Freshford Cottage on the 10th December.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Freshford Cottage to any interested person.
Dear David, Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad to hear that your wife is happy with the overall care provided! Call us if there is anything we can help you with.
My mother has been a resident since March 2017 after having to leave a rest home as her condition had worsened as she is unable to do anything for herself now. The staff overall are very friendly, compassionate and caring and her needs are completely attended to. A file of her day to day needs and food intake is readily available in her room for anyone to see. The location of the home is very central which allows relatives and friends easy access by rail or bus and there is ample parking. Overall I would award this home 5* for the care that is given to residents and the empathy the staff have for the relatives.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 08 March 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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)
- 08 Jun 2026
Happy Birthday Chris! ?? Chris had a lovely day with visits from family and enjoying the sunshine ??
- 08 Jun 2026
Every month Chris enjoys attending 'Our Space' hosted by the amazing Friends of Bishopstone Station The project is called ‘Our Space’ for those aged 65 and older. This initiative is...
- 07 Oct 2024
Toby our chef is celebrating today as we have been awarded 5* food hygiene rating yet again! Both our chefs Toby & Toni work very hard to keep the standards...
There are no upcoming events for Freshford Cottage.
Awards / Recognitions (0)
There are currently no awards/recognitions posted yet for Freshford Cottage.
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (8)

Diana is the Registered Manager at Freshford Cottage and has over 13 years of experience working within the health and social care sector. Since qualifying as a Registered Nurse in 2019, she has continued to build on her extensive knowledge and expertise across a variety of care settings, including hospitals, mental health services, home care, and residential care homes.
Trained in complex care and with a particular passion for palliative care, Diana is committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred support that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life. She believes that exceptional care is built on strong relationships, kindness, and understanding, ensuring that residents and their families feel supported every step of the way.
Since taking on the role of Registered Manager at Freshford Cottage in 2024, Diana has led the service with a focus on high-quality care, continuous improvement, and creating a warm, welcoming environment for both residents and staff. Her approachable leadership style, combined with her clinical expertise and dedication to excellence, helps foster a positive culture where individuals can feel safe, valued, and truly at home.

Maria is the Home Services Administrator at Freshford Cottage and is often one of the first friendly faces residents, families, and visitors meet. With over five years of experience in the healthcare sector, she brings a wealth of knowledge in administration, service management, and delivering excellent customer care.
Before joining Freshford Cottage, Maria worked as a Registered Manager within the dental sector, where she developed strong leadership, organisational, and compliance skills. Her experience has given her a deep understanding of the importance of high-quality care and effective communication in healthcare environments.
Known for her warm and approachable nature, Maria is passionate about building positive relationships and ensuring residents and their families feel welcomed, supported, and well-informed. Her attention to detail and commitment to excellence help ensure that Freshford Cottage remains a caring, professional, and well-organised home for everyone.

Priscilla is a Senior Registered Nurse at Freshford Cottage and has been a qualified nurse since 1995. With over 30 years of experience across a wide range of healthcare settings, including theatre, orthopaedics, mental health, and general nursing, she brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and expertise to the home.
Having been part of the Freshford Cottage team for over seven years, Priscilla plays an important role in supporting both residents and colleagues while helping to maintain the highest standards of care. Her passion lies in bedside nursing, where she enjoys building meaningful relationships and ensuring residents feel comfortable, respected, and well cared for.
Known for her compassionate and approachable nature, Priscilla combines her extensive experience with genuine kindness and professionalism. Her commitment to dignity, wellbeing, and person-centred care makes her a highly valued member of the Freshford Cottage team.

Pamela has been at Freshford for 9 years and has 30 years of experience in care.
She enjoys getting to know all the resident's likes and encourages these to be met and to make these known to all staff.
Pamela has an NVQ 3 and is the champion of infection control and hydration. Being a champion requires extra training and comes with more responsibilities.
Her extra responsibilities include monthly audits, ensuring staff use the right-hand washing technique and encouraging fluid intake of residents.
Pamela is a very much loved member of the team here at Freshford.

Toby is one of the Chefs here at Freshford Cottage and brings over 30 years of culinary experience to the home. Having been part of the Freshford Cottage team for four years, he plays an important role in creating enjoyable dining experiences for residents every day.
With a strong background in traditional country pubs, Toby has developed an extensive knowledge of British cuisine and a passion for creating delicious, home-cooked meals that residents know and love. Throughout his career, he has refined his culinary skills while maintaining a focus on quality, freshness, and flavour.
His experience in the healthcare sector has also given him a strong understanding of the nutritional needs of older adults, allowing him to create balanced, nourishing meals that support residents' health and wellbeing without compromising on taste. Toby takes great pride in preparing meals that bring comfort, enjoyment, and familiarity to residents, making mealtimes a highlight of the day.
Known for his friendly and approachable nature, Toby works closely with residents and the care team to ensure individual preferences and dietary requirements are always considered. His passion for great food and resident wellbeing helps make Freshford Cottage a warm, welcoming place that truly feels like home.

Lois is the Activities Coordinator at Freshford Cottage and is dedicated to creating engaging, meaningful, and enjoyable experiences for all residents. She plays a key role in promoting wellbeing, independence, and social connection through a varied programme of activities tailored to residents' interests, abilities, and preferences.
From arts and crafts and gentle exercise sessions to entertainment, outings, and special events, Lois works hard to ensure there is something for everyone to enjoy. She believes that activities are about much more than keeping busy; they are an opportunity to build friendships, create memories, and enhance quality of life.
Known for her warm, energetic, and caring nature, Lois takes the time to get to know each resident as an individual, helping them continue to enjoy the hobbies and interests that are important to them. Her enthusiasm and creativity help create a fun, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere throughout Freshford Cottage, making every day as fulfilling and enjoyable as possible.

Holly is an important member of the Freshford Cottage team, helping to ensure that residents always have fresh, clean, and well-presented clothing, bedding, and personal items. Her role in the laundry department contributes greatly to the comfort, dignity, and well-being of everyone living in the home.
With a keen eye for detail and a strong sense of responsibility, Holly takes pride in maintaining high standards while ensuring residents' belongings are cared for with respect and attention. She understands that the small details can make a big difference in helping residents feel comfortable and at home.
Known for her friendly and hardworking nature, Holly is always happy to lend a hand and support both residents and colleagues. Her dedication and positive attitude help make Freshford Cottage a warm, welcoming, and caring environment for all.

Przemyslaw is the Maintenance Operative at Freshford Cottage and plays a vital role in ensuring the home remains safe, comfortable, and well-maintained for residents, visitors, and staff. His work helps create an environment where residents can feel secure and truly at home.
With a practical approach and excellent attention to detail, Przemyslaw is responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of the home, from routine maintenance and repairs to ensuring facilities and equipment are operating safely and efficiently. He takes great pride in maintaining high standards throughout Freshford Cottage and is always ready to respond quickly to any issues that arise.
Known for his reliable and hardworking nature, Przemyslaw is a valued member of the team who is always willing to help. His dedication and commitment behind the scenes contribute significantly to the smooth running of the home and the well-being of everyone who lives and works at Freshford Cottage.
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