
Mum has been treated with respect and kindness the whole time and encouraged to feel at homeDenise F(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Mum has been at The Manor since July last year; the staff made her feel safe, secure and welcomeC C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The staff were warm, caring and friendly.J M(Respite Resident/Service User)

Mum has been treated with respect and kindness the whole time and encouraged to feel at homeDenise F(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Mum has been at The Manor since July last year; the staff made her feel safe, secure and welcomeC C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The staff were warm, caring and friendly.J M(Respite Resident/Service User)

Situated on beautiful grounds on the edge of Somerset, professionals provide first-class 24-hour nursing and residential care and for those who are living with dementia in a modern purpose-built home. The purpose built 17 bedded unit dementia unit called Willow was opened in 2023 and is a beautiful addition to the care home.
The home has beautiful well tended gardens with an outdoor dining space alongside woodwork areas and a...
Care Provided by Barchester Manor Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 80 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent 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
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment. For nursing care, Weekly Fee rate will be dependent on personal needs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Manor Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Manor Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Graham Allen(General 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 (80)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (32)
Visiting
- Residents love to see family members and friends. Visiting hours are not restricted.
Parking
- There is a generous cark park on site. Disabled parking is available immediately next to the front door.
Barchester Manor Care Home Reviews (104)
Barchester Manor Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.856) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Manor Care Home has 104 reviews.
The home has cared for my mother extremely well. She has recovered very well from a major operation. The physio team have been amazing in getting my mother back on her feet and walking again. All of the staff have been great.
We are so happy to hear that your mother was extremely well cared for during her stay with us at The Manor Care Home.
I have been treated with every kindness, care, courtesy and love.
We are so happy to hear that you have received kindness ,care, courtesy and love during your stay with us at The Manor Care Home.
My aunt is currently in The Manor for respite care following a fall. All aspects of her care have been excellent. The home is clean, spacious, & welcoming. All the staff are kind and helpful. Special mention to Ramis the physio who has helped aunt become mobile and confident again.
Thank you for the feedback and time taken to leave a review, it is a pleasure to care for your Aunt.
Mum, having lived independently for 8 years being moved from London had an episode which lead to a 3 week stay in hospital. On discharge it was decided, by the family, that she was incapable of returning to her home and living independently. After looked at a couple of care homes it was decided partly due to there being vacancies that Mum would initially go into the Manor Care Home. Since moving in Mum has begun settling in and although "its not home" she has gradually integrated into both the surroundings and with the other residence. Mum enjoys the activities and is quite happy with food and the care she receives. Overall we are very happy with the care she receives.
Thank you very much for taking time to leave a review for us. It means a great deal to have your feedback and I will ensure this is shared with our team.
Overall Mum couldn't have been better looked after and we are so thankful to them.
Thank you for your lovely review and your kind words about our team. It means a great deal to hear that your mother received such exemplary care during her time with us. We wish you and your family all the very best.
Most of all I know that my brother is well looked after
Thank you taking the time to leave us a review, we will pass this on to the team.
I have been visiting The Manor with my Pat (therapy) dog and always received a wonderful welcome from the staff. It is a very friendly, happy place with lovely, caring carers. The food looks and smells very appetising, but I can't rate it as I leave before lunch! The residents are mostly full of praise for the treatment they receive.
Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased you and your therapy dog always feel welcome at our home. Your lovely comments about our team mean a great deal to us all - thank you once again.
Mum arrived with you 10 months ago and we did not think she would be with you very long, she was so poorly. However, with the care, both medically, but also practically, she recovered and indeed thrived enough to regain some of her independence - and certainly her spark! That was down to a very dedicated and special team, from the cleaners, laundry staff, carers, entertainment staff and to yourself.
In particular I would like to express my deep appreciation for everything that was done for Mum in the last days and hours. The Nursing staff and every one of the carers made myself, my family who visited, and most importantly, my mother feel supported and helped so that she had a peaceful death.
You are all trained and experienced in dealing with this, but we were made to feel a very personal sense of care and concern.
It was a privilege to care for your mother. She will be fondly remembered by our team.
Even after John had died and we had collected his belongings flowers arrived for my wife
Thank you for the time taken to leave us a review, Anthony. It was a delight to care for John and thank you for the appreciation to the team, I will make sure that this is shared with them.
Care provided to Doreen very good staff going out of the way with kindness and love.
Maintance very good if you need attention it is dealt with right away
Food in restaurant has certainly improved excellant cleaniless of patient and room very good
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased you've experienced kind, helpful care and have noticed the high standards of maintenance, cleanliness and improvements to our dining. Your comments mean a great deal to our whole team.
David was only a resident here for a few days, but was made comfortable & peaceful. All staff acted with dignity, care and friendliness. Can highly recommend Manor Care Home. Top marks from our family. Wonderful people.
Thank you very much, We will pass it on to the teams.
In most other respects the staff are excellent, very caring and friendly.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. This is not the level of care or response time we would normally expect, and we can only apologise for this. We have addressed this with the team to ensure assistance is provided more promptly going forward.
Your kind words about our caring...
During 8 days, I visited Manor Care Home to see a friend who was dying. He had a cardiac condition, which made it too difficult for him to be cared for at home, and he was too old for heart surgery to correct his problem.
The first thing which strikes you when visiting Manor Care Home is the absence of the characteristic smell of Care Homes. This is only achieved by meticulous housekeeping.
The Care Assistants who looked after my friend were always calm, kind and gentle, even when he displayed his highly developed stubbornness. Because of his illness, he was not keen to eat or drink, which did not help his condition, but it is a choice that people with mental capacity can make. This situation was handled splendidly.
I have given Manor Care Home a 5-star rating and would happily recommend it to anyone considering care of a loved one.
Thank you so much for your lovely words and recommendation. It means a great deal to the whole team to know that our care, kindness, and attention to detail made a difference to your friend during such a sensitive time.
I am very happy here. Everyone is very helpful.
Thank you for kind words. Everyone at the manor aim to make everyone lives at the manor the best they possible can be.
My mother-in-law was admitted to The Manor for palliative care. She was admitted quickly and her admission was smooth and she was treated with dignity. She was only in The Manor for a week, but every care professional treated her with such care and dignity and that extended to our family too. Thank you for making her last few days as comfortable as possible.
Thank you so much four your kind words. We are truly grateful that you took time to share your thoughts with us. Knowing that we were able to help make your mum as comfortable as possible means a great deal to our entire team. Your feedback is incredibly meaningful, and I will be sure to pass it on...
In my time here as a resident I have been very happy with most things but in particular I have enjoyed the activities groups, in particular the knitting club.
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely feedback. Were delighted to hear that youve been happy during your time with us and that the activitiesespecially the knitting clubhave brought you joy. Its wonderful to know that these groups help make your experience meaningful. We truly appreciate your kind words and will be sure to share them with the team.
My husband was very happy here and sorry to leave. The staff are wonderful.
The respect shown to Dad as he was ill + after his death was wonderful - thank you.
The unit manager was really helpful + caring. A huge thank you to all staff involved in his care.
My wife & I just want to say A BIG THANK YOU, for the wonderful care my father-in-law received in his 18 months at The Manor, until his death yesterday,
From the ease and lovely welcome when he first moved into the Manor in Aug 23
The wonderful care by ALL Staff at The Manor
All the correspondence & queries that were dealt with so professionally by the unit manager
All the wonderful care he received by the Carers, Nurses, Auxiliary staff etc
All the wonderful support and care he received from the local GP.
For everything we are TRULLY THANKFUL.
I'm sure sometimes you just "crack on" with the job, but never forget, how truly remarkable you are, in what you give to individuals and society as a whole in your professional roles.
THANK YOU!
Regards
After a very serious stroke 2 and a half years ago, my husband was diagnosed as needing 24 hour nursing care. The managers at the Manor Gate Care Home, Bishops Hall were extremely kind and helpful when my daughter and I visited her to ask for a room for him. He lived there until January this year when he sadly passed away. While there he considered it as his home. His room was spacious, all of the staff there were very kind, friendly and helpful to all the residents and cheerful. They were most considerate to myself and our two daughters. He loved the meals, as did we all, and thought everything tasted homemade. The Manor was always warm and cozy. All the staff were extremely cheerful, friendly and helpful. He was always clean and tidy. We would recommend this home to anyone, and often do.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 December 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- 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 (88) & Events (0)
- 08 Jul 2026
We are proud to celebrate an amazing milestone as Vilma, our Laundry Assistant marks 25 years of Service at the Manor. For a quarter of a century, Vilma has been...
- 30 Jun 2026
Exciting things are happening! After several months of hard work, our wonderful refurbishment project is almost complete, and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with you. Ahead of...
- 29 May 2026
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our first Dementia Café last week with the Alzheimer's Society. It was lovely to see so many people come together...
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Awards / Recognitions (39)
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Accreditations
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Meet the Team (11)

I’m Katrina, General Manager here at The Manor and a Registered Nurse. I’ve spent over 25 years leading and supporting care services, including general nursing, rehabilitation and specialist dementia care.
I have been told that I am known for my calm, approachable style, and perhaps that’s because I believe strongly in creating a workplace where staff feel listened to, valued & supported. I believe that if staff are empowered to deliver their best, this directly impacts the quality of care that residents receive, being the highest standard of compassionate person-centred care.
I was honoured and incredibly proud to be a WAGs award winner in 2024, receiving the Superwoman award for my contribution and leadership in adult social care.
I’m incredibly passionate about my job, but when I’m not at work, I love spending time with my family, including my 3 beautiful granddaughters, as they keep me young at heart and very busy.
I also like to travel, keep fit with yoga and love to walk coastal paths with my husband.

Throughout my nursing career, I have had the privilege of caring for people living with dementia, which has been both rewarding and inspiring. I joined The Manor Care Home team in 2019 and enjoy leading a dedicated team of staff who are committed to providing compassionate, person-centred care.
Our home has excellent systems in place that support the well-being and quality of life of our residents, and I am passionate about ensuring every individual feels valued, respected, and cared for.

Hello, my name is Nike, and I started at The Manor in 2023.
I work as an Administrator, supporting the smooth running of the care home and helping ensure our residents and team have everything they need. I’m proud to be part of a team that makes The Manor such a welcoming place to live and work.

Hello, my name is Harshi. I joined The Manor in 2023 when I completed my NVQ Level 2, which has really helped me build my skills and confidence in providing the best possible care for our residents.
I work on the Dementia Unit, where I find every day both rewarding and meaningful. I’m lucky to be part of such a supportive and friendly team that always encourages me to do my best.

Hello, my name is Sharon, and I have had the pleasure of working at The Manor for over 35 years - needless to say, I truly love it here!
In 2015, I qualified as a Care Practitioner, and my role continues to be as challenging as it is rewarding. I have been working in care since the day of my 18th birthday, and supporting residents has always been my passion.

Hello, my name is Ramis, and I am one of the Physiotherapists here at The Manor Care Home.
I love supporting our residents through tailored exercises that help them build strength, confidence, and independence. It is incredibly rewarding to see the positive impact this has on their daily lives and overall quality of life.

I have been part of The Manor Care Home since 2012, starting as a kitchen assistant, where I helped serve meals and ensure residents had drinks and snacks. While working in the kitchen, I discovered how much I enjoyed spending time with residents and seeing their engagement in activities. This passion led to an opportunity to join the activities team, where I could focus on what I love most - connecting with residents and supporting their well-being.
I take great joy in spending time with residents, hearing their stories, and discovering the activities they enjoy. My goal is to keep our residents active, engaged, and happy, with fun and laughter always at the heart of The Manor Care Home.

Hello, my name is Troy. I joined The Manor’s maintenance team in 2023.
I take pride in keeping the home looking its best. Working at The Manor is incredibly rewarding, and it’s great to know that the work that I do makes a positive difference in the daily lives of our residents.

Hello, my name is Ian and I started working at The Manor in 2012.
I am a gardener and love keeping the grounds beautiful, from planting seasonal flowers to maintaining the lawns and shrubs. Seeing the gardens thrive and bring joy to everyone who lives in the home makes my work rewarding.

As a Barchester Operational Trainer, I ensure that staff have the level of skill and knowledge required to competently carry out their role so that all residents receive high-quality care, and that there is a high level of impact on the quality of staff behaviour and knowledge over the long term, leading to a continuous improvement in the quality of care for the residents.
As a Trainer, I actively involve my learners, and my continued focus is to ensure all learning and development activities and inductions are run to a consistently high standard across my 6 homes, alongside meeting external requirements. I have just celebrated my 10th year with Barchester Healthcare, and I love my job.
It’s not just about the teaching but the learning that takes place. All our learners on their first day are taught to identify our Barchester values so that they can incorporate them into everything they do. As a trainer, I strive to meet the needs, abilities and aspirations of my learners. I believe it’s about inspiring learners to help them change and develop their personal, social and professional skills to the best of their ability and take responsibility for their own development.

Hello, I’m Sarah, a hairdresser here at the Manor Care Home. I visit the home on Mondays and Fridays. I have worked here since 2021, but have been a qualified hairdresser for over 30 years. I feel very lucky and blessed to work here in such a wonderful environment.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Manor Care Home
What types of Care is Barchester Manor Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Barchester Manor Care Home have?
There are 80 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Manor Care Home?
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 Barchester Manor Care Home to the centre of Taunton?
1.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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