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This warm and welcoming home provides the highest standard of nursing care within a specially adapted care environment, housed in an attractive period building. The home accommodates Residents who require Residential Care and Residents who require General NursingCare.
Staff are selected for their compassion, as well as specialist...
Waltham House Nursing and Residential home is based in a quiet, secluded area just off Stoke Hill, Bristol, with the well-known Durdham Downs nearby.
This warm and welcoming home provides the highest standard of nursing care within a specially adapted care environment, housed in an attractive period building. The home accommodates Residents who require Residential Care and Residents who require General NursingCare.
Staff are selected for their compassion, as well as specialist care and nursing skills, delivering person-centered care for those that need specialist dedicated care.
The resident chef prepares a daily menu of nutritious and well-balanced food to suit all tastes and dietary requirements.
Care Provided by Waltham House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 40 Service Users
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- 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
Weekly Charges per Person
Please note that the above are guidelines. Rates vary depending on the assessment of needs and room grade. Prices increase annually due to staff pay and other inflations.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Waltham House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Waltham House 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 choose 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
- Cedar Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Femi Joseph (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2009
Room Information
- Single Rooms (24)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (8)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (24)
Waltham House Reviews (50)
Waltham House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.683) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Waltham House has 50 reviews.
You looked after my mum Betty for the last 3 months of her life. I am so very grateful to you all. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
You looked after my mum Betty for the last 3 months of her life. I am so very grateful to you all. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
It was a privilege to care for your mom, Betty, during her final...
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you felt at home at Waltham right from the moment you walked in. Our staff truly are amazing-caring, compassionate, patient, friendly, and professional.It was a privilege to care for your mom, Betty, during her final months, and we appreciate your heartfelt words. We'll be sure to share your kind message with our team; it's a great source of inspiration for them to continue going the extra mile for all our cherished residents. Thank you once again.
My husband has been cared for at Waltham House since December 2025. The experience has been nothing but kind, caring, professional and a huge relief to me. He is in the later stages of dementia and is now very poorly but all the staff are very caring and professional while being in good spirits all...
My husband has been cared for at Waltham House since December 2025. The experience has been nothing but kind, caring, professional and a huge relief to me. He is in the later stages of dementia and is now very poorly but all the staff are very caring and professional while being in good spirits all the time which can't be easy. I would recommend Waltham House to anyone who wants their loved ones well cared for.
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to you, Gail, for your kind words about our team. Your thoughtful feedback means a lot to us. We strive to be not only compassionate and professional but also a source of comfort during what can be a challenging time. Knowing that you and your family feel...
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to you, Gail, for your kind words about our team. Your thoughtful feedback means a lot to us. We strive to be not only compassionate and professional but also a source of comfort during what can be a challenging time. Knowing that you and your family feel confident in the care provided at Waltham House truly brings us joy. Our dedicated staff consistently go above and beyond to maintain a positive and uplifting atmosphere, which is no small feat. We deeply appreciate you recommending Waltham House to others looking for a nurturing space for their loved ones.
It was a difficult decision to place mum in full time care, but I'm glad I...
It was a difficult decision to place mum in full time care, but I'm glad I chose Waltham House.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly delighted to hear that you were pleased with the care your mum received at Waltham House. Your kind words serve as a tremendous reward for our dedicated staff, who strive to ensure that every resident is treated with kindness and...
Hi Lesley,Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly delighted to hear that you were pleased with the care your mum received at Waltham House. Your kind words serve as a tremendous reward for our dedicated staff, who strive to ensure that every resident is treated with kindness and patience. It's heartwarming to know that you feel confident in the care your mum is receiving and that she is safe and well looked after.
We understand that deciding to place a loved one in full-time care can be a challenging and emotional choice. We're so glad that you entrusted us with your mum's care and that you feel Waltham House was the right decision for your family. Thank you again for sharing your experience!
Dear Waltham House Care Team, thank you for your kindness, compassion and exceptional care you give mum during her time with you. It brought great comfort to our family knowing she was in such warm and capable hands. Your support meant more to us than words can say. With heartfelt gratitude. Thank...
Dear Waltham House Care Team, thank you for your kindness, compassion and exceptional care you give mum during her time with you. It brought great comfort to our family knowing she was in such warm and capable hands. Your support meant more to us than words can say. With heartfelt gratitude. Thank you.
Hi Cassie, Thank you so much for your wonderful words and for giving us a five-star review! It truly means the world to us. We're so glad to hear that you and your family felt our kindness, compassion, and exceptional care for your mum during her time with us. Our main goal is to create a...
Hi Cassie, Thank you so much for your wonderful words and for giving us a five-star review! It truly means the world to us. We're so glad to hear that you and your family felt our kindness, compassion, and exceptional care for your mum during her time with us. Our main goal is to create a comforting environment for our residents and their loved ones, so it warms our hearts to know we could bring you great comfort, knowing she was in such caring hands. Thanks again for your lovely feedback! I can't wait to share your inspiring words with the Waltham team. We really appreciate you!
I visit a client and if I had to go into a care home Waltham House would be the place I would love to be every time I visit my friend the staff are excellent.
I visit a client and if I had to go into a care home Waltham House would be the place I would love to be every time I visit my friend the staff are excellent.
Thank you once again for your Kind words. I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for all the wonderful 5-star reviews you've shared about Waltham House. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us, and it's incredibly rewarding to hear that you look forward to each of your visits....
Thank you once again for your Kind words. I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for all the wonderful 5-star reviews you've shared about Waltham House. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us, and it's incredibly rewarding to hear that you look forward to each of your visits. We strive to create a welcoming and exceptional experience for all our guests, and your feedback reassures us that we're on the right track. I will make sure to share your glowing reviews with the entire Waltham team, as they work hard to provide the best service possible.
From the moment the carers and nurses started looked after my husband I felt that I had made a right choice. They treated my husband with respect and dignity. Listening to his wishes and also showed great kindness towards him. Everyone that I have dealt with has been approachable and accommodating....
From the moment the carers and nurses started looked after my husband I felt that I had made a right choice. They treated my husband with respect and dignity. Listening to his wishes and also showed great kindness towards him. Everyone that I have dealt with has been approachable and accommodating. Nurses are amazing, always keep me updated. My husband likes the food and the kindness of the staff.
,I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your wonderful review and the kind words you shared about our dedicated nurses and caregivers. It fills me with immense pride to know that our residents and their families view Waltham as the right choice for their care.At Cedar Care, we strive to uphold...
,I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your wonderful review and the kind words you shared about our dedicated nurses and caregivers. It fills me with immense pride to know that our residents and their families view Waltham as the right choice for their care.At Cedar Care, we strive to uphold our vision of believing in the very best for our community. Our staff consistently works hard to provide exceptional support and compassion to all our residents and their families. Your touching remarks about the Waltham team truly mean a lot to us, and I will ensure that your message reaches them. Thank you once again for your thoughtful words; they inspire us to continue our mission with dedication and love.
I feel I can approach the staff with any concerns, and they will address them....
I feel I can approach the staff with any concerns, and they will address them. They are great at communicating.
We are thrilled to receive your fantastic 5-star review! Your feedback is invaluable as we strive to enhance our services.It brings us joy to know that your Mum is receiving the exceptional care she deserves. It reassures us that our mission is being fulfilled.Thank you for recognising our staff's...
We are thrilled to receive your fantastic 5-star review! Your feedback is invaluable as we strive to enhance our services.It brings us joy to know that your Mum is receiving the exceptional care she deserves. It reassures us that our mission is being fulfilled.Thank you for recognising our staff's dedication and the positive impact they've had on your Mum's experience. Your kind words inspire us to continue striving for excellence.Once again, thank you for your heartfelt feedback. We remain committed to ensuring all our residents and their families receive the same level of care and support. Your encouragement motivates us to keep improving.
My mother has been a resident for over eight years (now) and she's very well looked after in all her needs. Management and all staff are polite and caring and very efficient. If you do have a problem they attend to it instantly. I feel happy to leave my mum in their care, when I go home after after...
My mother has been a resident for over eight years (now) and she's very well looked after in all her needs. Management and all staff are polite and caring and very efficient. If you do have a problem they attend to it instantly. I feel happy to leave my mum in their care, when I go home after after visiting and have peace of mind she's safe.
We are absolutely thrilled to receive your fantastic 5-star review! Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us; your feedback is incredibly valuable and plays a crucial role in our ongoing efforts to enhance our services. It brings us immense joy to know that your Mum is receiving...
We are absolutely thrilled to receive your fantastic 5-star review! Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us; your feedback is incredibly valuable and plays a crucial role in our ongoing efforts to enhance our services. It brings us immense joy to know that your Mum is receiving the care and attention she deserves while with us. Your kind words about our staff and the quality of care they provide truly mean the world to us. It's heartwarming to hear that our team's dedication has made a positive impact on your Mum's experience. This kind of appreciation not only warms our hearts but also serves as a powerful motivation for us to continue striving for excellence in every aspect of our service. Thank you once again for your kind words, we're committed to ensuring that all our residents and their families feel the same level of care and support.
My nan is now in her 90s. Since being at Waltham House she has been very happy. Every time I visit her she is clean and happy. The staff are amazing and go above and beyond. They are very welcoming and nothing is a problem. The food is great and always warm and advertising. My nan's room is...
My nan is now in her 90s. Since being at Waltham House she has been very happy. Every time I visit her she is clean and happy. The staff are amazing and go above and beyond. They are very welcoming and nothing is a problem. The food is great and always warm and advertising. My nan's room is spotless and clean every day. The standard of care is amazing.
We sincerely appreciate your thoughtful review. It brings us joy to know that your nan, now in her 90s, is thriving at Waltham House. Your reflections on her happiness during your visits truly warm our hearts and affirm our commitment to care. Our staff works hard to create a welcoming environment,...
We sincerely appreciate your thoughtful review. It brings us joy to know that your nan, now in her 90s, is thriving at Waltham House. Your reflections on her happiness during your visits truly warm our hearts and affirm our commitment to care. Our staff works hard to create a welcoming environment, always going above and beyond to meet each resident's needs. We're glad you recognise their dedication, which makes Waltham House a supportive community. We also pride ourselves on the quality of our meals, ensuring they are delicious, warm, and suited to our residents' tastes. Our housekeeping team maintains high standards of cleanliness in all living spaces, including your nan's room, to provide comfort and safety. Your kind words validate our efforts and motivate us to continue enhancing our services. Thank you for trusting us with your nan's care.
My father-in-law sadly died recently after 3 years at Waltham House. His care was excellent and communication with us was the same. Staff are always on hand and nothing is too much trouble. And the management are always looking to improve what is already an excellent service. We knew that my...
My father-in-law sadly died recently after 3 years at Waltham House. His care was excellent and communication with us was the same. Staff are always on hand and nothing is too much trouble. And the management are always looking to improve what is already an excellent service. We knew that my father-in-law was always comfortable and safe, and that was a huge help to us.
We are absolutely overjoyed to receive your glowing 5-star review! Your kind words truly warm our hearts and inspire us to keep enhancing our services. It brings us great joy to know that your father-in-law received the attentive care and support he deserved during his time with us. We've shared...
We are absolutely overjoyed to receive your glowing 5-star review! Your kind words truly warm our hearts and inspire us to keep enhancing our services. It brings us great joy to know that your father-in-law received the attentive care and support he deserved during his time with us. We've shared your thoughtful feedback with our dedicated team at Waltham House, who work tirelessly to create a welcoming and nurturing environment. They were genuinely touched to hear your compliments. Thank you once again for your support; we deeply appreciate it!
Staff very good, polite and friendly. Looked after Mum very well and I would like to thank everyone at the home for all their help.
Staff very good, polite and friendly. Looked after Mum very well and I would like to thank everyone at the home for all their help.
We're absolutely delighted to receive your 5-star review! Thank you for the great review; we value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. We are very happy to hear that your Mum is well looked after by us. Your appreciation for the staff and the care provided warms our hearts and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in our service.
Very caring staff, very supportive and reassuring.
Very caring staff, very supportive and reassuring.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. It is extremely rewarding to know that our resident's families and friends are happy with the home, the care and the services we offer. Warm regards The Waltham team.
Nothing but outstanding excellence in the care and treatment of my dad on respite. Staff always on hand, nothing too much trouble, healthy food choices and an excellent clean environment. Dad has really enjoyed being there and would approach them again if respite is needed.
Nothing but outstanding excellence in the care and treatment of my dad on respite. Staff always on hand, nothing too much trouble, healthy food choices and an excellent clean environment. Dad has really enjoyed being there and would approach them again if respite is needed.
We truly appreciate your continuous support and trust in us. Your review brightens our day and constantly reminds us why we love what we do. We'll continue striving to provide exceptional care and services to make every interaction with our residents and family remarkable. Your feedback motivates...
We truly appreciate your continuous support and trust in us. Your review brightens our day and constantly reminds us why we love what we do. We'll continue striving to provide exceptional care and services to make every interaction with our residents and family remarkable. Your feedback motivates us to keep raising the bar and sets the standard for excellence in everything we do. We will pass on your compliments to them. Kind Regards.
It is a lovely home in a lovely place!
It is a lovely home in a lovely place!
Thank you very much for your lovely review. It is extremely rewarding to know that our resident's families are happy with the home, the care and the services we offer. Warm regards The Waltham team.
Thank you so much for caring for my mother-in-law in the last seven months of her life. She couldn't have received more sensitive care had she passed away in a hospice. Your attention to the smallest details made her last months and our lives so much easier. Thank you, you are what caring is all...
Thank you so much for caring for my mother-in-law in the last seven months of her life. She couldn't have received more sensitive care had she passed away in a hospice. Your attention to the smallest details made her last months and our lives so much easier. Thank you, you are what caring is all about.
Thank you for your review, we value all feedback, as this helps us to improve our service where required. It is our pleasure to care for your loved ones here. We are so proud of our team for enriching the lives of our loved ones. Your kind words will be shared with the staff at Waltham House.
We are happy with the care and kindness of the staff. My mum-in-law is happy and content.
We are happy with the care and kindness of the staff. My mum-in-law is happy and content.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. It is extremely rewarding to know that our resident's families and friends are happy with the home, the care and the services we offer. Warm regards The Waltham team.
Very happy with the staff and treatment. Always welcoming and polite to all. Pleasant surroundings, a pleasure to visit my brother who is happy here. God bless you all.
Very happy with the staff and treatment. Always welcoming and polite to all. Pleasant surroundings, a pleasure to visit my brother who is happy here. God bless you all.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. Kind words like yours keep our staff inspired through their days of hard work. We are extremely proud of our staff, who continue to uphold our high standards. It is extremely rewarding to know that our residents, family and friends are...
Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. Kind words like yours keep our staff inspired through their days of hard work. We are extremely proud of our staff, who continue to uphold our high standards. It is extremely rewarding to know that our residents, family and friends are happy with the home, the care and the services we offer. We have passed on your comments to our team at Waltham House, and they have been very grateful to receive them.
My uncle is always very happy and well looked after. The staff are very friendly, helpful, entertain and include him with lots of activities. The home has a lovely feeling of being at home.
My uncle is always very happy and well looked after. The staff are very friendly, helpful, entertain and include him with lots of activities. The home has a lovely feeling of being at home.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. It is extremely rewarding to know that our residents, family, and friends are happy with the care and the services we offer. Warm regards, Waltham staff.
I noticed my mum wasn't eating her food I asked her the reason why, and mum said it was the spice and herbs that were cooked with the food that upsets her stomach. I have spoken to the staff they do their very best and offer her other options of meals which I was very pleased to know and stopped me...
I noticed my mum wasn't eating her food I asked her the reason why, and mum said it was the spice and herbs that were cooked with the food that upsets her stomach. I have spoken to the staff they do their very best and offer her other options of meals which I was very pleased to know and stopped me worrying about her.
Thank you very much for your review. It is extremely rewarding to know that our residents and families are happy with the home, the care and the services we offer. Your feedback means a lot to our staff and we'll be sure to pass this on to them! Warm regards, The Waltham House Family.
The staff are like extended family. They are sweet and caring and all deserve to be shown appreciation. Having my mum here was a godsend. The care and thoughtfulness of the team were professional even when they were overwhelmed with phone calls and more. All the staff are wonderful and caring with...
The staff are like extended family. They are sweet and caring and all deserve to be shown appreciation. Having my mum here was a godsend. The care and thoughtfulness of the team were professional even when they were overwhelmed with phone calls and more. All the staff are wonderful and caring with kindness.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re deeply appreciative the time you took to share your positive feedback. We’re pleased to hear that we are one family. It’s family like you who inspire us to maintain the highest standards. Your satisfaction is our motivation, and we’re here whenever you need us. We will pass on your compliments to the Waltham Team
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 13 April 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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.
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Meet the Team (1)

Femi manages the entire operations within the home.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waltham House
What types of Care is Waltham House registered for?
Older Person Care is the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) category of Care.
How many Rooms does Waltham House have?
There are 24 Single Rooms and 8 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Waltham House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), 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 Waltham House to the centre of Bristol?
2.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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