What types of Care is Bymead House registered for?

Older Person Care, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What are the Facilities & Services at Bymead House?

Own Furniture if required, 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 Bymead House to the centre of Bridport?

6.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

Bymead House care home, Axminster Road, Charmouth, Bridport, Dorset DT6 6BS

Review from P S (Resident) published on 6 August 2025
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I did not have the opportunity to inspect this nursing home before my hurried arrival from hospital. However, I was immediately aware of a true caring atmosphere, mixed with the necessary professional medical and management attention to my needs, and other provision for the individual demands of much

older patients as well. Each one of us residents comes here with a personal predicament, that of needing to live here, and receive support designed to suit our needs individually. I can see that this aim is strongly worked towards by all the staff. I have also become aware now of various protocols that guide to whole happy environment of this place; making it a joy to live here.

Reply from Lisa Wells, Manager at Bymead House

Thank you for your review, we are so happy you are happy living with us.

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Review from Wendy A (Resident) published on 4 August 2025
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I moved here from my local hospice for end if life care on 2nd July 2025. The staff here are wonderful and I am being looked after really well. The care is excellent and I am treated with dignity and respect. The home is spotless and nothing is too much trouble for the staff. I was worried about moving

here but I have no need to worry as all of my care needs are met by a wonderful caring team.

Reply from Lisa Wells, Manager at Bymead House

Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoy living with us.

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Review from Sarah W (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2025
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Bymead House is an exceptional care facility. The atmosphere when you walk in is so inviting and friendly.
The living areas are so light and airy and the rooms big enough to personalise. The staff are extremely helpful caring and considerate of every residents needs. Every single member of the team

no matter what their role are respectful and they all interact so well. They are all so friendly. The activities are stimulating and inclusive and the themed days have so much thought and effort and everyone participates. The food is fabulous and if we are lucky enough to time our visits for afternoon tea there is always a selection of yummy cakes. Bymead is a well structured organisation fostering a feeling of warmth, respect and fun. We are so happy that our mother lives in such an amazing place - thank you

Reply from Lisa Wells, Manager at Bymead House

Thank you so much for your amazing review this means a lot to Bymead.We thrive when making someone's day a little bit nicer though our care, interactions and activities programme.

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Review from Dominic L (Son of Resident) published on 31 July 2025
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I am confident that my mother is getting the right level of care and I recommend Bymead House.

Reply from Lisa Wells, Manager at Bymead House

Thank you very much for your review this means a lot to Bymead.We are privileged to be able to support you and your loved one.

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Review from Gillian Q (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 April 2025
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Mum was living at Bymead for just under 3 years. She passed away in February 2025.
Bymead was the next best thing to being in her own home. Mum lost her sight some time ago, which was very sad, but at Bymead there was always someone on hand to help or explain what was happening. The love and care

Mum was given by all the staff at Bymead was truly outstanding.

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Review from Frances S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 27 June 2022
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We placed our relative in Bymead during the first lockdown. We could not, therefore personally inspect the facilities, but relied on the excellent local reputation and the recommendation of a trusted friend, whose mother has been a long-term resident. What luck! What is particularly noticeable are the

little things which make life more enjoyable, how the care staff take care to bend down to the level of the residents (if seated) and converse face to face, is just one example. The staff ensure that everybody can be included in whatever activities are going on, even if bed-bound. There is always a friendly welcome from the staff when we visit and our queries are answered promptly and fully. Placing a loved one in a home is probably the hardest thing, but Bymead House, has relieved any worries we initially had and continues to provide first-class care for our relative. It has been an absolute God-send. Cannot praise it highly enough and recommend, without reservation.

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Review from L H (Niece of Resident) published on 27 June 2022
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Treating elderly people with dignity and as equals is so important. 10 out of 10 for that. Also, the activities, especially throughout covid, were fantastic. An excellent, well-run nursing home from owner, management, nursing, carers etc. Well done everyone!

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Review from Jessica H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 6 October 2020
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Bymead House has a strong family atmosphere and I could not imagine how my grandma could be better looked after. The staff quickly got to know my grandma and her close relatives, and are always friendly and helpful. Throughout the pandemic they have done everything they can to ensure we are still able

to communicate with her and that she is active. They even arranged a fabulous 100th birthday party for her with the whole family and friends using video conference. Every time I speak to Grandma she is keen to express that she is "very happy" at Bymead, that "everyone here is very nice" and "they take good care of me". Her room is small but sunny and she has everything she needs. It was a big decision for Grandma to move into a home, but we are certain that it was the best decision for her. It gives the family all great comfort, especially during the recent challenges with the pandemic. If you are looking for a home for someone you love, I cannot recommend Bymead highly enough.

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Review from J C (Son of Resident) published on 27 August 2020
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A wonderful, clean and welcoming care home. Residents are well looked after and respected by all staff. Staff are very friendly to families and have resident's well-being first and foremost. There are fun activities for residents to join in and occasional trips out. Could not ask for a better home to

place my mother in to.

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Review from Lyn T (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 July 2020
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My mother has been at Bymead for 16-months, and have found the home to be well run with caring staff, and it is nice to know that my mum is being well looked after. She enjoys the many activities that the home have especially, Bingo. Being a vegetarian and a very fussy one, the staff will always make

sure she has something nice to eat. Nurses and carers are all very friendly as are all the staff. I would have no hesitation in recommending the home to anyone that needed nursing care.

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Review from John S (Son of Resident) published on 27 July 2020
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The staff at the home are always very approachable and have a very caring approach towards my mother. They have been working especially hard during the coronavirus to keep my mother and the other resident's spirits up during this very difficult time. Mum has told us how much she has appreciated the

care she has received.

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Review from Jenny M (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 July 2020
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Mum has been living in Bymead for over 2 years now. I warmed to Bymead right from the start. Both the setting and location are great but more importantly I could immediately see the staff engaging positively with the residents in a manner both caring and professional. This has been a key feature throughout

the past 2 years and is so important. Lots of activities are arranged - from the summer fete to firework nights - to encourage residents to mix and just brighten their days. When mum has had particular periods of ill health they have been so quick to respond and have been so supportive both to her and to me.
Of course these past few months have been particularly trying but the management and staff of Bymead responded so well to the challenge - making the physical and mental wellbeing or residents their clear number one priority. I am so grateful for that. I am so glad that in those very many weeks and months when I was not able to visit that she was safe in the care of Bymead.

Reply from Amy Blacklock, Manager at Bymead House

Thank you very much for your comments, they are greatly appreciated by us all.

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Review from William S (Son of Resident) published on 24 July 2020
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My mother has been a resident in Bymead for 4 years. The care she has received has been exceptional with wonderful, caring, knowledgeable staff who have always been kind and supportive of both her and all her family. The management is excellent and always keep us informed of developments and regularly

visit the residents and clearly provide very good support and training for the staff. The home is very attractive and clean with good bedrooms and excellent large sitting and dining areas. Meals are excellent - varied, freshly prepared with a lot of choices and the kitchen staff are very accomodating of special needs and requests. The views over the large well-tended gardens are a huge bonus and provide enormous pleasure for everyone. We cannot praise Bymead highly enough and are always extremely grateful our mother is being looked after there.

Reply from Amy Blacklock, Manager at Bymead House

Thank you for your wonderful comments. I shall pass them on to the staff who deserve such a boost during this time. Best Wishes, Amy.

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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 July 2020
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The staff, environment and ethos are all fantastic. Bymead House is a family-owned/managed home. All residents (relatives, friends and staff) are part of the family and are all treated as you would want your nearest and dearest to be treated.
Residents' quality of life at Bymead is excellent.

Reply from Amy Blacklock, Manager at Bymead House

Thank you very much for your kind words, they are very much appreciated by us all at Bymead.

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Review from Lindsay G (Son of Resident) published on 23 July 2020
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I could not have found a better care home for my mother. The staff are excellent both in their attitude to their work and the care they give to the residents. Residents are encouraged to participate in the many activities that are provided.

Reply from Amy Blacklock, Manager at Bymead House

Thank you very much for your comments and kind words which are very much appreciated by us all at Bymead.

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Review from David H (Son of Resident) published on 23 May 2017
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Mum spent two years as a resident at Bymead having had to leave her home when the level of care required made it no longer feasible for her to stay at home. Besides having had several TIAs and quite severe arthritis she also had vascular dementia. Bymead were welcoming, professional and caring from

the get-go. Mum was, probably like many making this transition, initially resistant and uneasy at being in a home but the staff were engaged and attentive without being invasive or assertive: they wanted to make sure Mum felt as relaxed as possible and also made sure that her family were kept informed of her condition as she settled in. It is notable that Bymead does not have significant staff turnover so both the carers and nursing staff can build meaningful relationships with residents and the home's management also make a point of staying connected with residents and their families. Throughout Mum's stay and her ultimate passing at the home, this team were always caring and considerate.

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