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St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

29 Benedict Street, Glastonbury, Somerset BA6 9NB
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St Benedict's Nursing Home provides residential, nursing and dementia nursing care within two separate units.

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 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

Type of carePermanentRespite
Nursing CareFrom £1,550N/A
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,550From £1,550

All fees stated are plus funded nursing care (FNC)

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

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)

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9.9

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.

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Review from Richard B (Husband of Resident) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Right from the truly excellent kitchen staff, who produce such wonderful food 365 days of the year including Christmas Day, through to the fantastic cleaning, laundry and maintenance staff, for all of this I am truly gratified. But, to all the health care staff that care for my wife every day and night with such love and attention to detail, pristine bed sheets and pillowcases and all the loving care that we all would wish for ourselves, I am so truly thankful to all these Angels that treat my wife with such love and respect. I must add my deepest thanks to all the nursing and management staff, the kingpins that function to make everything run so smoothly for us to enjoy every single day.

Reply from Philip White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, we are all so pleased that you and your wife are so happy with St Benedicts.

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Review from Leanne M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 26 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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My grandad spent a number of months last year in the Vicarage Unit at St. Benedicts Nursing Home. When I visited the staff were very friendly (Grandad knew them all by name including the non-care staff) and offered me tea or coffee on arrival. Grandad’s room was clean, as were the lounge and dining areas. The home always smelled fresh! The food looked really great with a large variety of meals, sometimes themed. This was an important part of Grandad’s day. Whenever our family needed an update on Grandad the nurses were easy to talk to and were always honest and professional. I would recommend St. Benedicts all round but particularly for their end-of-life care and clear attention to dignity. We thank all of the staff so much!

Reply from Philip White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We strive to make everyone feel welcome, and give all of our residents a "home from home" feel. It's excellent to hear that you were so happy with the care your grandad received whilst at St Benedicts.

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Review from Hilary Q (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father moved here just over three months ago from a care home in Manchester so that I could visit him more frequently. The transition went well. Dad is very happy here and I have found all the staff very welcoming and friendly. The nursing staff are very professional and I feel he is being closely monitored in all aspects of his health and care. The activities staff also are very good at giving him attention and the carers are diligent, caring and considerate. I can tell that all the staff are happy in their work.

Reply from Philip White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I’m so pleased to hear your Father has settled in so well and is enjoying his stay with us.

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Review from Pauline B (Sister of Resident) published on 16 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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My brother is really looked after and staff and management are very friendly. I could not look after my brother at home any more, now I feel like a sister more than a carer. He likes staying in his room and watching TV. The lounge is very nice and there’s a lot going on there.

Reply from Philip White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you for your feedback. I'm so pleased to hear that you are now in a position to be a sister again and support your brother.

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Review from J P (Grandson of Resident) published on 16 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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I recently visited St Benedicts Nursing Home where my grandmother is staying and I was impressed by the compassionate care provided to residents. The staff were attentive, the facility was clean, and there was a welcoming atmosphere. I highly recommend it for anyone seeking quality long-term care for their loved ones.

Reply from Philip White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

We really appreciate your kind comments and thank you for your recommendation. It's lovely to know our staff are making you feel welcome and the compassionate care that your grandmother is receiving.

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Review from Caroline H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 14 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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My father-in-law has been in St Ben's for a few months. He is eating well and seems to enjoy his food. His wife joined him for Christmas dinner. His room has had his personal touches added which makes it very homely.
The care staff are very kind, attentive and respectful of his needs.

All in all, we're very pleased with his care.

Reply from Philip White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you for your lovely comments. We are delighted to hear that you are so pleased with your father-in-law's care.

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Review from G H (Son of Resident) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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Warm and friendly environment. The staff are all very friendly and provide an excellent level of care with a lot of empathy. A good level of activities are provided which are well supported by staff and residents. Food is good, with choices available to suit personal preferences.

Reply from Philip White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you so much for your lovely review; it is so nice to read about your opinions about St Benedicts.

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Review from J B (Wife of Resident) published on 1 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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My husband spent the last nineteen months of his life at St Benedict’s; he was treated with kindness, dignity and respect at all times until his passing. I found St Benedict’s to be very supportive at such a difficult time, especially supporting me as well. I will be eternally grateful.

Reply from David White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Your review is very kind and heartfelt; thank you. We were both honoured and privileged to look after your husband and also you in your time of need!

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Review from Alison P (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website
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My mum moved into The Deanery in June 2023 at the most stressful time of my life. I had looked at several other nursing homes for her, but as soon as I visited The Deanery, I knew it was the right place.
She is beautifully cared for with dignity and kindness.
All the staff are very professional, kind and friendly.
Her room is basic but comfortable, and everywhere is spotlessly clean.

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend St Benedict’s to anyone.

Reply from David White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Alison, thank you so much for your kind words. Our staff greatly appreciate your review. Many thanks.

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Review from E T (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 5 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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This review is to make people aware/warn people what we went through and to think twice if you are considering placing your loved ones here.
Due to Covid and him having to self-isolate, by the time we were able to see him, it was too late for us to be able to get him home.
We were asked to drop off personal belongings to make his room homely. When we went in these were still in a bag, his room was not nice and cosy as we were told it would be.
His room was disgusting, including food/juice sprayed up the wall including blood, dirty and had broken basic furniture, and needed a bit of decorating.
He was denied basic rights, failed to medicate him when in pain. Frog marched him across the room in a hoist. Didn’t even call him his right name.
They lost his items, didn’t return all his belongings when named.

One staff member spoke about others very rudely in front of patient's visitors, heard her call somebody “a loud-mouthed cow”, had no empathy whatsoever.

Reply from Philip White, Operations Manager at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

As you are fully aware an investigation was undertaken following a complaint by yourself. Sadly an electric shaver charging lead was misplaced and a replacement was offered to be purchased, this has yet to be taken up by you. All other complaints you have raised above were found not to be accurate,...  

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Review from Paul P (Son of Resident) published on 13 May 2020 Submitted via Website
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I have found St Benedict's to be simply outstanding in its care for my very elderly father.
He was previously in three other establishments in the UK or abroad, two of which cost twice as much, and St Benedict's is in my view the best by some considerable margin.

I have nothing but praise for the staff and the TLC they lavish on my father, particularly under the current very challenging locked-down conditions, and I have no hesitation in recommending it.

Reply from Philip White, Operations Manager at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you for your kind words. It's great to hear that you are so pleased with the care that your father is receiving whilst staying in our nursing home and I will pass on your kind comments to all of our staff!

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Review from Penny (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 February 2020 Submitted via Website
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My Mum spent the last 18 months in St Benedict's care home as a self-funding resident. She really did not like the idea of having to be in care but had no other option as she had become completely immobile.
Because of the amazing care, received, she truly ending up regarding St Benedict's as home. She loved the staff and I will be forever grateful for St Benedict's making her last days here comfortable.

The staff at St Benedict's are all wonderful and really connect with the residents. I would recommend St Benedict's care home to anyone.

Reply from William Merivale, Assistant Operations Manager at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you very much for your kind words. It's great to hear our staff made your mum feel at home. She is greatly missed by us all.

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Review from Esme I (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 2 September 2019 Submitted via Website
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My grandmother has received a high level of care from this care home. Her room is light, bright and airy if a little small. The home is always warm but also well ventilated. There always seem to be homemade cakes on offer and frequently fresh flowers about the place. It has a more homely feel than some homes I’ve visited and I’ve been pleased with the care my grandma has had over the last few years.
The staff are generally very good, attentive, friendly and yet professional. The manager is excellent at her job and sometimes brings her dog, which again gives it a home from home feel.
It is a few minutes from Glastonbury Abbey and shops if you wish to take your relative out for a walk/go out in a wheelchair and have a coffee or afternoon tea nearby.

Overall, I would recommend this home and feel they do a very good job.

Reply from David White, Owner at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you for your kind words and we are very pleased to hear how happy you are with the care your Grandmother is receiving.

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Review from Shaun G (Son of Resident) published on 5 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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St Benedict's care home - what a truly wonderful care facility this is. From our first visit to look at what they had to offer. The care and love they gave mum and us her family, was first class. We felt as is we were walking into our own home every time we called in to see Mum until her passing.

Reply from Ann Barclay, Home Manager at St Benedicts Nursing Home Ltd

Thank you so much for your kind words and taking the time to make these comments. Our thoughts are with you.

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Review from Sharon C (Wife of Resident) published on 15 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Settled in very well, the staff are very friendly and caring.
They have made all the family and friends feel very welcome, they always offer drinks.
Very delicious food, the soft diet option is well presented and tasty.

Persona care is excellent always clean and tidy. Any problems are dealt with professionally, caring and quickly. Next of kin is contacted quickly if there are any issues.

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Review from David D (Son of Resident) published on 22 December 2017 Submitted via Website
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We are very impressed with the care and service provided to my late father who was here several years in your care.

Great care and kindness is shown by all the staff to all the service users. Despite all the complexities and patience required by the staff to provide a genuine level of care.

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Date: 16 July 2019
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  • 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 Barclay
Ann BarclayJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2008

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 Merivale
William MerivaleJob Title:Assistant Operations ManagerJoined: 2016

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 White
Philip WhiteJob Title:Operations ManagerJoined: 2003

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 Frear
Bonnie FrearJob Title:Quality Assurance ManagerJoined: 2023

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 Hansraj
Peter HansrajJob Title:Deputy Home ManagerJoined: 2025

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 Venn
Linda VennJob Title:Administration/AccountsJoined: 2023

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 Cojocari
Valentina CojocariJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2018

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 Chiguvare
Catherine ChiguvareJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2024

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...

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