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The vicarage is the nursing and residential care facility and for those with nursing needs who have dementia, there is the Deanery unit to cater for their needs.
The attractive period building, which was originally a rectory, is nestled within the attractive environs of Glastonbury, and houses 60 bedrooms; 30 of which are nursing and residential beds...
Care Provided by St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd
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 60 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
- Day Care
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
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All fees stated are plus funded nursing care (FNC)
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd 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
- White Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Ann Barclay(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (56)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (28)
Parking
- Parking at the front and rear of the building
St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd Reviews (36)
St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.851) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd has 36 reviews.
My Dad spent his final months at St Benedicts in late 2025/early 2026 and the care he received was fantastic. He was treated kindly and with compassion and respect, and his changing needs were more than met at every stage, even when this presented challenges for the team looking after him. Not only that, but myself and other members of my family were warmly welcomed at every visit by the staff, who were friendly and helpful whenever we needed something. The food was of a great standard and the staff thoughtfully offered me something to eat and drink on several occasions when I spent the whole day/weekend visiting. Although Dad was sadly too unwell to participate in many of the activities, I could see that there was a vibrant and varied programme available. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend St Benedicts to anyone looking for care for a loved one. Thank you to the whole team.
Amy, thank you for your review. It's so nice to hear that you "were warmly welcomed at every visit" and many thanks for your recommendation.
Every single member of staff treated Dad with kindness and respect making sure he was always clean and comfortable.
We were constantly amazed by the fabulous standard of home cooked meals offered ,Dad particularly liked the breakfasts!
As he grew frailer the support given to him and all of us a family was second to none, and for that we will be forever grateful.
I would highly recommend St Benedicts to anyone looking for good family friendly care.
Thank you for your lovely review. I'm so glad to hear that your dad enjoyed our home cooked food, this I something we pride ourselves one!
All the staff I have spoken to are courteous and considerate, they are never put out by my visits and always show nothing but patience and respect.
More importantly they are engaged with the residents whatever time of day I have visited. Activities are consistent not sporadic and individual requirements are always considered and respected.
St Benedicts are communicative, knowledgeable and principled. Their residents are people not faces and that matters.
Peter thank you for your review. "Treating our residents as people and not faces" is exactly what we strive for and I'm so pleased to hear that we are achieving this!
Thank you for looking after my father-in-law with dignity, respect and above all kindness. The staff at St Benedicts were his carers and his friends, who according to him make a good cup of tea.
Thank you for your review. I will pass on your lovely words to the team, and please feel free to pop in for a "good cup of tea!"
All the staff at the home have been above and beyond in everything they do. They have made the last 6 weeks of my father's life comfortable. They have been outstanding in looking after him. He was always cleanly shaven and washed everyday. They really care and have a passion about their work and take a great deal of pride in there work. In short they care, the team is like one big family. I would recommend this home to everyone. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. Being one big family is our aim and the team our truly grateful for your kind words.
We will never be able to thank everyone at St. Benedicts for what they have done for our mum, and all of us. You have nurtured, loved and cared for Mum, showing her dignity, kindness and respect. You have become a 'family' for our Mum and us. When we have needed guidance and support your staff have always been there. During the last few days of our precious Mum's life your nursing home has become our home. You have not just loved and cared for Mum but for all of us too and for this we will always be grateful.
Thank you for writing such a lovely review. We aim to not only care for our residents too and I'm so pleased to read we did exactly this with your family.
The care everyone has given our lovely Mum has been incredible. All members of staff are caring, kind and respectful. Not only has our mum been nurtured, but so has our dad during his visits to Mum. The staff have taken time to get to know them both which has meant the world. In the last days of Mum's life the home has become our home and the staff our extended family. We have no words to explain how grateful and thankful we are for all of your love.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to care for your Mum.
Would highly recommend St Benedicts Nursing Home in Glastonbury to everybody. My dad Robbie was only with them from October to when he sadly passed away in December as it was end of life care. From the moment my dad arrived the kindness, compassion and care from all the nurses,carers and management was truly outstanding. They truly go above and beyond to not only provide the most top level of care for there residents but also have so much care and support for family members too. They treat all the residents like there own family members. Have the upmost level of care and a true place for residents to call there home. All the staff deserve the upmost praise and admiration in everything they do here at st benedicts and you will always have a special place in all our hearts and never be forgotten for everything you done.
Thank you for your lovely review. Reading that our "nurses, carers and management was truly outstanding" is fantastic and exactly what we aim to achieve at St Benedicts. Thank you for letting us care for Robbie and knowing that "you will always have a special place in all our hearts and never be forgotten for everything you done" is truly heart warming.
My friends, a married couple had a double room here at the end of their life.
Firstly, the help and information provided by the manager when I first enquired about the placement was so helpful, she went above and beyond. My husband and I had a lovely meeting with her and nothing was too much trouble. Especially as I didn't know the ropes.
My friends were really happy there, settled in quickly, no pressure to do more than they wanted to. We could visit anytime, the nurses and care staff were excellent and kept me informed regularly. They were all so respectful of my friends wishes in everything, especially their medical care.
I couldn't of wished for them to be in a better place, I was so pleased that they had such wonderful care at the end, I have nothing but praise and respect for the staff here. It was a pleasure to get to know them and we really appreciate all their hard work.
Thank you for your review. It's so heart warming to hear our Home Manager Ann went "above and beyond" and that "nothing was too much trouble."
It was a pleasure to care for your friends at St Benedicts.
I will be forever grateful for the care given to my late father Anthony, known as Tony. He loved his time there and he got to know all the staff and felt really at home. They were all so lovely to him and treated him with great dignity, kindness and respect. My Dad loved making a joke and enjoyed telling the staff all about his life and what he'd got up to in his past and had a real connection to some of them. Myself and my family felt very welcomed when visiting and couldn't fault his room, we were allowed to make it feel very homely with his personal belongings. It is with great sadness that I recently lost my Dad as he was loved so very much but we'll always remember St Benedict's with fondness and appreciation for how well my Dad was looked after. I would recommend this care home for anyone looking for their relatives.
Thank you for such a heartfelt review, our staff loved caring for your Dad and we were very sad to lose him. The dignity, care and respect our staff showed makes us all extremely proud!
Mum spent her final 2 1/2 very happy years being looked after by the caring and dedicated staff. Whenever we visited we were warmly welcomed with tea or coffee, in fact we felt like one of the family. There were always plenty of activities plus singalongs, magicians and mums favourite the owl obsession. We would have no hesitation in recommending St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd.
Thank you for your kind review. It was an absolute pleasure to look after your Mum!
My brother was in the nursing home for just over six months, and during that time was given every care, attention, and utmost support and not only to him, but to us who visited throughout his stay. I would highly recommend this nursing home to anyone.
Thank you for your lovely comments, it is appreciated!
This was also true in the care of her sister some years ago and I cannot speak too highly of the care for which I am extremely grateful.
Thank you for your review. I will pass on your lovely words to our team.
Since my husband came to St Benedict's, although it's a long way for me to come, I could not be happier with the treatment he has received. The manager and staff are very helpful and considerate, obviously, my husband is borderline dementia and would rather be at home, he appears, on the whole, settled.
Thank you for your lovely comments. Hearing that you "could not be happier" be with the care your husband is receiving at St Benedicts is what we are always striving for. I will pass your comments on to the team and I'm sure they will be very grateful.
Generally when visiting my brother we are warmly welcomed. I feel that my brother is being well cared for. The staff are attentive and will answer any questions or concerns with upmost honesty. My brothers room is always clean and tidy, as he is as well. Personally I would have no qualms in referring anyone to St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd.
Thank you for your kind review. We are so glad to read that your brother is "being well cared for."
Nothing is too much trouble for them and they really try to make every resident feel welcome and engaged in very trying circumstances. The facilities are clean and well-maintained and the standards of care are what you would expect for a loved one. I would thoroughly recommend St Benedicts Nursing Home to anyone who is considering placing someone there.
Thank you for your kind words. It's lovely to hear that our high standards are being maintained and nothing is too much trouble. Many thanks for your positive feedback.
I hope and trust that the management and owner realise how lucky they are to have such a special, dedicated and wonderfully caring team who enabled Mum to enjoy the last 3 years of her life and for me to know that she was being so well looked after. I will always be in their debt.
Thank you for your kind words. Our staff are amazing, and we are very grateful for what they do on a daily basis!
Human Angels. In September 2023 my father was admitted to St Benedict's Nursing Home in Glastonbury after spending most of the summer at the Royal United Hospital in Bath. He left hospital with a very complicated diagnosis of 'acquired haemophilia', which is an incredibly rare and terminal condition. Coupled with diabetes and dementia the challenge was going to be great. The care and attention at St Ben's was exceptional and we not only thank them for the care of my father, but also for the care and compassion we all received. My father passed away peacefully on, 17th November, 2023. It would be unjust to single out any individuals, as clearly the overarching culture at the home is outstanding. As a family, we cannot thank all of the staff enough for their care and support and we believe, they are 'human angels'. We look forward to returning for the anniversary celebrations, to drink with the 'angels', to our beloved Dad and husband.
Robert, your review is so greatly appreciated. All our staff work so very hard and it's lovely to hear that their hard work and dedication is being noticed by our families and residents. Your kind words will be passed on to our team! Many thanks.
Having to make a decision as to where to place a loved one when they are at their most vulnerable is one of the most traumatic and hardest I have ever had to make but I needn't have worried. From the very first time I visited St Benedicts, I knew Mum would be safe and well cared for. The whole team at St Benedicts showed immense professionalism and the highest standard of care to not only Mum but the family as well. All the staff were amazing with Mum and they all saw past her illness and treated her with respect and dignity. Everything that could be done for Mum was done and nothing was ever too much. We were always greeted with a smile and made to feel like part of St Benedicts family. Communication between us and the staff was brilliant. We will never be able to thank everyone enough for the care they showed Mum in the last weeks of her life. We had peace of mind knowing that when we left her after visiting she was safe, happy and well looked after.
Thank you for your heartfelt review. We are so pleased to hear that your Mum and also your family could rely on the St Bens family to support you all at your time of need.
My Mum has been in this home for a few years now. We had a few little teething problems but management went all out to help with our problems it was just settling Mum into her new environment. But I would recommend St Benedict's Nursing Home to anyone, the staff has been brilliant with Mum and always kept us updated on any health problems. Thanks so much to you all.
Thank you for your review. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 July 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- 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 (17) & Events (0)
- 29 Jun 2026
A 77-year-old Glastonbury man who was invited back to St Benedict’s School where he was a pupil in the 1950s, to help them mark their 150th anniversary celebrations last week,...
- 22 Apr 2026
An encounter with a Siberian Eagle Owl who was making a special visit to St Benedict’s Nursing Home has brought about an unexpected change of heart from one of the...
- 07 Apr 2026
Our residents had such fun dressing up and exchanging memories on St Patrick's Day about lots of different things relating to Ireland: holidays, family connections, jokes, music – all sorts!...
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Meet the Team (8)

Ann originally trained to become a Registered Nurse at the Charing Cross Hospital in Fulham, qualifying in 1986, and worked across a range of disciplines before relocating to Somerset in 2003. She joined us full-time in 2008.
She says: "I realised how much I enjoyed working in a nursing home environment and making a difference to the residents living there - I so love hearing our residents laughing. For me, the key is dignity, independence, respect for our residents – and having them enjoy their lives."
When not at work, Ann enjoys walking her dog, running, swimming, eating “posh nosh”, spending time in Cornwall and travelling around the UK in her VW camper van, holidays abroad, watching F1 racing and birds, and watercolour painting.

William has been with us since 2016. He previously worked in further education as a lecturer and sports coordinator.
He says: “What I love about coming into work is the sense of teamwork among our amazing staff. We work so closely together, and they make me feel proud. They all represent the homes so professionally. They’re doing a job they love and it shows! Another highlight is celebrating milestones with residents, their families and friends and the best part, by far, is sharing wonderful words of praise and gratitude about our staff.”Outside work, William enjoys all sports – both watching and playing. He also loves watching his children play sports and "encouraging" them to watch it with him.

Philip started working full-time at St Benedict's in 2003 but previous to this worked in the kitchen at weekends washing up from the age of 16.
Philip is the son of David White, who established the business in 1984 alongside his father, Philip's grandfather Leslie.
In his 20 years at St Benedict's, the home has increased in size from a 38-bed nursing home to now a 60-bed nursing and dementia nursing home.
He says: "At the heart of the care we provide is our commitment to providing a relaxed and nurturing home-from-home environment for our residents and ensuring they retain a genuine connection with their friends and families and local communities. This is what makes our homes special and our work so rewarding.”
Philip has always lived locally growing up in Wells, Somerset where he now lives with his wife and 2 Daughters.

Bonnie is responsible for overseeing all three of our homes, supporting the managers and helping ensure overall quality, systems compliance, new care planning and supporting governance principles.
She joined us in 2023 after nearly a decade with a specialist dementia care home in Wellington, first as clinical lead for dementia care then as deputy manager.
She says: "Working in care is one of the most rewarding things you can do: knowing it’s in your hands to deliver the best quality of life for your residents and enjoying the variety of a working environment where no two days are ever the same."
A mother of two, Bonnie enjoys spending time with her children, her extended family and her dogs.

Peter has worked in the care sector for 37 years, both with the NHS and in the private mental health sector.
“Dementia care is a specialism which is less well understood than many, and it’s a condition for which there is currently no cure, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make an important difference to the lives of those we support. Every day is a learning opportunity, both for myself and the rest of my colleagues: we learn from each other and we learn from the residents. It’s such a rewarding environment.”
Outside work Peter enjoys gardening, the company of his ginger cat Lego, travelling and keeping abreast of world news. He and his wife, a counsellor and occupational therapist, have two adult children, currently both at university.Peter’s previous roles have included orthopaedic specialist nurse manager with the NHS, and clinical lead in the private mental health sector at a specialist college for adults with brain injuries and learning disabilities.
His enthusiasm and cheerful personality are infectious, and with his natural teaching ability he is already passing on his clinical knowledge and expertise to staff in the home.

Linda has worked in the accounts field for 30 years and only started in the care home industry in November 2023. Linda has really enjoyed getting to know our residents and their families and can often be found having some fun with them in the communal areas, especially when there is music!
Linda enjoys knitting and crocheting in her spare time, along with time spent with her 2 cats, Floki & Minnie.

Valentina has worked at St Benedict's since 2018. She feels all the staff are sociable and friendly.
When Valentina is not working, she enjoys travelling to different places in this country and abroad.

Catherine feels this role suits her personality well, as she is a naturally caring person; she likes to take care of others and make a difference in their lives.
Catherine enjoys an active life, jogging in the mornings, travelling and seeing places, then relaxing with a good book...
Frequently Asked Questions about St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd
What types of Care is St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd have?
There are 56 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd to the centre of Glastonbury?
0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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