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Formerly the residence of the Rees-Mogg family, Cholwell House was converted into a nursing home in 1985. It is an elegant, spacious mansion house with beautiful views...
Care Provided by Cholwell House Nursing Home
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 51 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
Accreditations
- The National Dementia Care Accreditation Scheme (NaDCAS)
- Adopt A Grandparent
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All fees are based on Needs Based Assement.
Nursing Care funding dependant on local authority and paid straight to us.
Respite periods are for a minimum of 2 weeks.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Cholwell House Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Cholwell 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)
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
Owner
- Mr & Mrs Thompson
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Amanda Davidson (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (31)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (10)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (16)
Parking
- On-site car parking available
Cholwell House Nursing Home Reviews (33)
Cholwell House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.431) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cholwell House Nursing Home has 33 reviews.
Mum lived at Cholwell from January 23 - October 25 and during that time she was well cared for and kept safe which was such a relief for us as a family. We loved that the carers took the time to really get to know her. We were able to visit her at any time which was great because we did not live near the home and therefore our timings were unpredictable. The staff were always so accommodating no matter when we arrived. Mum passed away in Oct 25 and the care with which the staff looked after her was amazing. Sadly my sister and I were not able to get to her before she passed but the staff made sure that she was not alone and that brings us great comfort. When we did arrive we were looked after so well and Mum was treated with such dignity and respect. I cannot thank them enough for making such a sad day bearable.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. It was a privilege to care for your mum, and we're so pleased to know that you felt supported and reassured throughout her time with us. Your appreciation means a great deal to our team, who always strive to...
My sister and I cannot thank Cholwell House enough for the excellent care they provided to our mother. From the moment she arrived, the staff treated her with dignity, kindness and genuine warmth. My mother had previously stayed at Cholwell House for respite earlier this year but then returned in August 2025 for a permanent placement as her dementia needs had increased significantly. She was constantly offered alternative meals to encourage her appetite and always had a smile on her face. She loved getting involved with activities where she could but would otherwise enjoy watching the other residents having fun. What stood out the most was how the staff truly knew each resident; their preferences, routines and their little quirks. Friendly banter was very present and staff were always laughing with the residents which contributed to the homely atmosphere around the home. I would not hesitate to recommend Cholwell House for anyone needing nursing/dementia care.
I cannot thank and praise the whole team at Cholwell House enough. From the moment my lovely dad arrived at Cholwell, they have demonstrated the highest standard of care, compassion and respect for dad. They have also been an unwavering support to myself. A 'thank you' seems almost inadequate given what these wonderful people have done & continue to do for dad. I know that I can visit any time, night or day, and there is always someone there to greet with a friendly face & fully update me when asked. I acknowledge that the teams give up their own Christmas, so that families get theirs. They take so much of the worry away too. I can sleep again at night, for the first time in years knowing dad is safe and well cared for. Thank you Cholwell xx
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Feedback is very important to Cholwell House and we too appreciate all the hard work our team of staff contribute to the day to day care of all our residents. Each resident is like a family member to us. Thanks again
My partner is a resident, and spends most of her time in the communal areas. I go there EVERY DAY, typically for between 2 and 4 hours, though occasionally longer or shorter. The time I go varies. Given the HUNDREDS of hours I have spent there I think I can give a reliable assessement.
The staff genuinely care for and love their residents. It's not just patient professionalism, it is a level above that.
The staff just do not stop, motivation seems high, and the drive to serve needs and desires is relentless.
The staff create a sense of real home/family care in a situation where such a thing seems by its nature to be impossible.
It is a family owned business and has that feel about it, pride in work, focus on the long term not a quick return.
I would recommend this place to anyone.
Mark 2024/2025
Our staff find it very rewarding to know that our team's care and dedication makes a difference to our residents lives.
We strive to continue to provide the highest standard of care and support to all our residents and their families.
They take time to sit with her and partake in activities as best she can.
It has a lovely homely feel and I am confident we made the best choice of home for her care needs.
Thank you so much for your kind words.We are thrilled to hear you that your Mum is happy at Cholwell House.Your positive feedback means a lot to us and your support truly makes a difference.
It is a very difficult time for her and the staff try and make her daily experience as caring and enjoyable as possible.
They are all very kind and supportive.
It is very much appreciated and we couldn't be more grateful to them.
Thank you for your review and kind words. We will continue to ensure your Mother is well cared for.
Unfortunately both my parents have needed specialist care and Cholwell House was chosen. It is a fabulous caring home with wonderful staff that make it very friendly and comfortable for the residence. They both received love, warmth and compassion from knowledgable and experienced staff the whole time. It is a great relief to know that your parents are being looked after so kindly and affectionately. I would not hesitate in recommending Cholwell Nursing home to anyone needing love and care.
It was a pleasure caring for your late father and also a pleasure to be caring for your mother now.
Cholwell House is a wonderful nursing home. My experience with my husband being there for a while has been a positive one with caring and compassionate staff always willing to go the extra mile to make the residents feel safe and well cared for. I always felt my husband was happy there. I can really recommend Cholwell House to anyone searching for a great nursing home for their loved one.
It was the most wonderful care home I have ever been to my mum was so happy there the staff were above and beyond on every thing
The care and love mum received from all staff was 100% I visited every other day and was greeted with so much feeling and friendship it was not like a care home more like a large lovely family.Even when mum was passing away they were so wonderful to me and my family .I can honestly say I loved the home.
Dad was dressed, washed, shaved etc every day and looked neat whenever we visited. The food was excellent – he did enjoy the cooked breakfast and the “show and tell” to ask what he would like for lunch. The activities such as singing, bringing in external guests or even animals (we won’t forget the lambs!) were great.
The manager manages the home extremely well and her recruitment policy is excellent, as all the staff show the dedication and commitment that one would hope to see for one’s relative.
We cannot praise Cholwell enough. Dad continued to smile until the end and we would have no hesitation in suggesting Cholwell as a nursing home for anyone’s relatives.
Mum was a resident from January until May of this year. The love, care, attention and support that she received during her time at Cholwell House were amazing and humbling to witness. Every single nurse was so friendly and supportive to Mum and helped to make her final months as comfortable as possible. Our family are so grateful for the love and support provided to us, as well as Mum over a really difficult period - a huge thank you to all of the amazing Cholwell team.
The loving care given to my husband in his last few weeks was second to none and I could not have chosen a better place for him to be. The care extended to myself and the family. Many thanks for making the end-of-life experience more bearable.
From beginning to end, we were so happy with everything to do with the home. The staff were absolutely fabulous - warm, caring, compassionate, knowledgeable and had time for my mum and for me and my family. From day one, they treated my mum like a good friend and made it her home.
We knew that Mum was in excellent hands and that provided an enormous sense of relief at a time of immense stress, upset and ultimately sadness.
They cared for Mum so well, right until her last day - they were respectful, caring and so supportive.
We thank everyone at Cholwell so much - a fabulous team.
It is always difficult to accept that a parent, who has always been so independent and capable, needs to go into care. But the support and care given to our father over the last year or so at Cholwell House Nursing Home, led so professionally by the managers, was remarkable. Whilst the pandemic placed severe restrictions on visiting, it was a great comfort to know that Dad was in such capable hands. And Cholwell provided a dedicated 'residents line' for family, so we were able at least to chat regularly, even during full lockdown. Thank you for the kind support, patience and care you gave Dad throughout these difficult times.
My mother is a recent resident of Cholwell House Nursing Home. I was worried about her going into care but I can honestly say for both my mother and I it has been a lovely experience. My mother has settled well with lovely, caring nurses and care workers who genuinely are sensitive and interested in knowing my mother and her needs. The home has a relaxed, caring and happy atmosphere.
I am very grateful to all the staff for the care and attention they have provided for my husband. I would have no hesitation to recommend Cholwell House to any family.
Thank you.
The house has a calm atmosphere and great attention is paid to all residence. My mum has really blossomed since January and is so much happier having suffered the loss of her soulmate last year and the increasing challenge of living alone, even with carers she has really gone from strength to strength. I know it is due to the care and support she receives. It's also a very happy place and my mum has great fun with the staff.
The manager is incredible, she is very supportive of me, including me in all decisions regarding my mum's care but also to the wider family which is so important when they live far away.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Cholwell House to any family in the same situation as myself.
I just wanted to thank the Manager and all the staff at Cholwell for their exceptional care of my father. Despite the difficulties that the pandemic has given the staff they have been amazing. My family and I cannot thank you enough for everything you did for him. The care he received was exceptional.
I would recommend your care home and all the staff to anyone thinking of trusting them with a dear relative that needs care and company.
I cannot thank you enough for your attitude, communication skills and sheer dedication.
There is nowhere else I would have liked her to end her days and it made her passing a good deal easier for my sister and me knowing she was in such good, caring, safe hands.
My everlasting thanks.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cholwell House Nursing Home
What types of Care is Cholwell House Nursing Home 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 Cholwell House Nursing Home have?
There are 31 Single Rooms and 10 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Cholwell House Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Cholwell House Nursing Home to the centre of Bristol?
9.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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