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Wessex House

Behind Berry, Somerton, Somerset TA11 7PB
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Wessex House, Somerton

Wessex House offers quality furnishings and modern care facilities, ideal for providing support to those who require nursing care.

Staff are well-qualified and receive ongoing training, at the same time as pursuing person-centred objectives and ensuring choice and variety for residents. A varied programme of activities is offered and IT facilities are available, including Skype and Wi-Fi to keep in touch with loved-ones.

Care Provided by Wessex House

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • 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 56 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
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • 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
Residential CareFrom £1,520From £1,520
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,520From £1,520
Nursing CareFrom £1,520From £1,520
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,520From £1,520

Wessex House fees start from £1,520 per week, adjusted to individual care requirements.

Contact Wessex House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you 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

  • Lorna Cross(Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2006

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (54)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (54)

Wessex House Reviews (82)

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9.8

Wessex House has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.832) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Wessex House has 82 reviews.

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Review from D G (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Recently my Dad was admitted to hospital but due to the diligence of the medical staff and team on his floor it was luckily only overnight.

The team quickly picked up / sensed Dad was not his usual self, contacted the "out of hours service" the GP then spoke to me and we agreed on a plan. He went to A+E had bloods etc done, an infection was diagnosed, medicine prescribed and was back to Wessex in less than 24 hrs. Also I would like to thank the "Activities" ladies for getting Dad back out into "The Big Wide World"

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Thank you for sharing your 5-star feedback for the care your Dad receives at Wessex House. We were glad to be able to ensure that he quickly received the medical assistance he needed, and was able to return back to Wessex House quickly. We will share your heartwarming feedback with the team.
Kind regards,

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Review from Emma B (Sister of Resident) published on 2 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My brother, who has severe learning disabilities, advanced dementia, and complex diabetes, has now lived at Wessex House for over 18 months. (He previously lived in supported housing, which could no longer meet his increasing health needs.) He is exceptionally well cared for at Wessex House. He has 1:1 care during the day, but from the outset all the staff have sought to fully integrate him in the home and engage him in the many activities that take place, as much as his varying needs permit. Wessex House is always very clean and tidy, the food is good (the kitchen work hard to meet his complicated dietary needs whilst still providing variety and food he likes). When there, I'm always offered food and drink and the staff from the manager to cleaning staff are always very welcoming. Clinical staff keep us well informed and liaise very effectively with the nearby surgery to maximise his quality of life. And staff turnover seems very low - testament to this friendly and well-run home.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House

Dear Emma, thank you for your wonderful feedback about the care your brother receives at Wessex House. It is our privilege to support him to feel a part of life in our home, and enable him to join in with the activities he chooses, whilst ensuring that his care needs and dietary requirements can be...  

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Review from P B (Resident / Service User) published on 22 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Wessex House looked after the residents very, very well. The food is very good, and managment is also good and very helpful. The activities are also very good, and the reception is very good and helpful. The cleanliness is very good, and our rooms are well looked after. Laundry does a very good job.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House

Dear Paul, thank you for sharing a review of Wessex House in Somerton. We are thrilled that you rate all aspects of your experience as 5-stars, and we will share your feedback with the team. Kind regards, Wessex House

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Review from Jennifer W (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My father was in Wessex House for palliative care. The staff were always polite, capable, caring and responsive. The Manager, Lorna, provided really excellent service and was awesome. We were very happy all round with the excellent care the home provided. Thank you.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Dear Jennifer, thank you for sharing your experience relating to your Dad's care at Wessex House. Your kind words mean the world, and we will be sure to share them with Lorna and the rest of the team. Thank you for trusting your Dad into our care.
Kind regards,

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Review from S D (Wife of Resident) published on 29 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Wessex House is a lovely friendly home, very welcoming, the rooms are kept really clean and tidy, the cleaners are very nice. All the residents look clean and well fed, the selection of meals reflect the age of the residents e.g. meat or fish + veg.

The coffee mornings are very popular, the staff make it feel special, with a raffle and quizzes and our yesterdays leaflet, very welldone. Overall the home has a family feel, I always welcome when I visit.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that you find Wessex House to be a friendly and welcoming home, and that the cleanliness, environment and care we provide are so clear to see.

It's especially lovely to hear your kind comments about...  

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Review from Robert S (Brother of Resident) published on 17 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Since my sister has been at Wessex House (approximately 6 months) I've not found any staff member - for example carers, nurses, cleaners, cooks or any others especially the events organisers that were not willing to help at any time.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Dear Robert, thank you for your kind words about the entire staff team at Wessex House in Somerton. We are so pleased that yourself and your sister have found our team to be consistently helpful and accommodating.
Best regards,

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Review from Linda P (Wife of Resident) published on 13 April 2026 Submitted via Website
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Overall the care home is very well run and it has made my husband very welcome it's bright clean and seems to be a happy place, the food seems good and his room is spacious and very clean, there seems to be plenty of things to do if my husband wants to.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Dear Linda, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences of Wessex House in Somerton. We are so pleased that you are content with the environment, atmosphere, activities and food which are available for your husband to enjoy as he wishes.
Kind regards,

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Review from A L (Friend of Resident) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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From the moment my friend arrived at Wessex House until the moment he passed away the care he received was first class. But it was not just the care he received, as a friend I was welcomed with open arms too. Everyone without exception made me welcome.
The care and respect shown in his final days from all staff was incredible.

Care Homes often get bad press, Wessex House exceeded all my expectations and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it as a place of safety, comfort and care.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Thank you so much for your kind words about Wessex House - they mean the world to us. It was our honour to care for your for your friend at such a precious time, as well as ensuring that his nearest and dearest felt welcomed and supported. Please take good care.
Kind regards,

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Review from R E (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad was taken into care at short notice. From day one he was welcomed. All the staff no matter who they were, were kind, attentive and respectful at all times. Senior staff kept the family informed of any changes, or took him the phone to chat to distance family. Although a short stay, at the final hours dad was given the necessary attention, and the family support, but also left to grieve as required.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback for Wessex House, and for your kind words about the care your Dad received during his time with us. It was our privilege to care for him, and support his family, during his final precious chapter. We continue to hold you in our thoughts.
Best regards,

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Review from A C (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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* outstanding care
* the cheerful cleaners, the care staff, the nursing staff and management all had time for you nothing was too much trouble
* excellent services ie laundry and hairdresser
* located opposite the health center
* kept informed throughout mums stay

* will highly recommend this care home we are lucky to have this in somerset

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for Wessex House in Somerton. We are touched by your kind words, and delighted that you rate all aspects of your experience as 5-star. Kind regards, Wessex House

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Review from Maria B (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our Mum was at Wessex House for 2.5yrs until she passed away last month. Accepting she needed professional help was difficult for us but from day 1 Lorna and her team looked after Mum and us. Their care has been exemplary but their compassion shows no bounds. All the staff have stretched their care beyond Mum to us as a family. Even at the end we were able to be with her and all the night staff kept checking in on us. On a practical level, the home has always been spotlessly clean, the food excellent and plentiful. We were welcome anytime. We have built up a lovely relationship with the staff, we miss them now we arent visiting every day. The other thing we noted.. the majority of the staff that were there when Mum was admitted were still there 2.5 yrs later so it was good to have that continuity but its a sign of a good home that the staff turnover is so low. We will always be grateful that if Mum couldn't be at home she was in the next best place at Wessex.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Dear Maria, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback for Wessex House, particularly at this sad time for your family. It was our pleasure and privilege to care for your Mum - and support her family - during her precious last chapter. You will always be part of our Wessex House family, and we hold you in our thoughts.
Best regards,

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Review from R P (Son of Resident) published on 4 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum has been at Wessex House for nearly a year now with quite advanced dementia. I have always found the staff friendly, patient and careful. They are kind to, and patient with mum in all the interactions I have witnessed.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Thank you for your kind and positive feedback for the care your Mum receives at Wessex House. It means the world to us that you rate all aspects of your experience with us as 5-stars. Thank you.
Best regards,

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Review from P B (Resident / Service User) published on 21 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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A well-run and happy home.The staff are really kind and helpful.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback for Wessex House in Somerton. We are delighted that you rate every aspect of life at Wessex House as 5 stars!
Best regards,

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Review from J C (Wife of Resident) published on 14 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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My husband was a resident for approximately 6 weeks. From emergency admission to his passing, he was always treated with the utmost kindness, courtesy and respect from all staff. My family and I interacted daily with everyone at various times of day and night; with cleaners, laundry and kitchen staff, care assistants and nursing professionals and the administrative and management teams. Nothing was too much trouble and there seemed to be a way for everything to be accommodated, albeit when short-staffed, it sometimes took a little longer. There appears to be a good relationship with the nearby doctors' surgery (also short staffed!) with regular reviews. The Manager, Lorna, is confident, friendly and caring. She and her senior team made themselves available to me when I needed them most and even after just a short acquaintanceship, I would welcome any of the staff as friends. The impression is of a workplace where everyone smiles, even under pressure, and is respected for what they do.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Thank you for sharing your kind words for the care your dear husband received at Wessex House, especially at this sad time for your family. Our thoughts and best wishes remain with you.

Best regards, Wessex House

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Review from S G (Wife of Resident) published on 4 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband has been a resident for 11 months. He has always been treated with care and kindness in a most professional way. I have been contacted promptly when any problems have arisen, and these have been dealt with by the nursing staff in a competent manner.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback for your husband's care at Wessex House in Somerton. We are pleased that you feel confident and well-informed about his care.
Best regards,

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Review from Sylvia D (Wife of Resident) published on 30 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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I find Wessex House a friendly place, the staff are all approachable and helpful. My husband enjoys his food and the menu looks good to me. Residents are encouraged to attend the activates, music being a favourite. The home is always clean, comfortable and welcoming. The residents clothes look clean which is important to me.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House

Dear Sylvia, thank you for taking the time to share your lovely feedback for Wessex House in Somerton. We are so pleased that you find our home to be welcoming and friendly, and that your husband is enjoying the food and activities on offer. We will share your kind words with the team. Best regards, Wessex House

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Review from M H (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our mum has been a resident in Wessex House for over 2 years and we have found their care to be excellent. Mum recently celebrated her 80th birthday and they helped us mark this milestone and made the moment special.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House
Thank you for sharing your lovely feedback for Wessex House - it was our absolute pleasure to help your Mum celebrate her special birthday! Thank you for entrusting her into our care.
Best regards,

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Review from Jill S (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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My Mum needed a short period of care whilst convalescing from a hospital stay. The standard of care was excellent and the staff were all extremely kind to Mum. Her room was spacious and the whole place was very clean. Whenever I visited the staff were always very welcoming.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House

Thank you for sharing your feedback on Wessex House in Somerton. We are thrilled that you rate every aspect of your Mum's respite stay with us, as 5-star! It was our pleasure to support your Mum's convalescence following her hospital stay, and we wish her all the best for her ongoing recovery. Best regards, Wessex House.

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Review from D P (Son of Resident) published on 11 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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We reviewed 3 homes before choosing Wessex House. The light level, cleanliness and kitchen impressed us. Since arriving, the attitude of the staff and their professionalism have surprised us. They are more flexible than I was at home, so if meals are missed (sleeping) she is fed when awake, even at night. The staff are very observant and understanding, and the whole team communicate with each other. Spoke to a member of staff you don't know, and they know more than you do about food, sleep patterns etc. Importantly, they are always available. They also keep an eye on me!

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback for Wessex House in Somerton, and for rating our team, the environment and the care on offer so highly. We strive to provide the highest quality care and support - not only to our residents, but to their loved ones as well. It means the world to...  

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Review from Julia B (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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Following a terminal diagnosis, we decided to place dad into the care of Wessex House for end of life care. From the initial enquiry to the day that dad passed away, the standard of care has been second to none.

I feel I need to highlight the staff kindness and compassion, the quality of care, and a welcoming environment that feels like home. The staff went above and beyond to create a positive and comfortable experience for both dad and the family that visited him.The rooms and general living spaces are immaculately clean and well maintained. All rooms are bright, cheerful, welcoming and where dad felt safe and happy. Dad was always offered a excellent variety of quality food options that were very appetising and cooked by their own chef! I cannot thank the (Management Team) for their kindness and also the clinical staff who were always on hand to answer any questions we had.

Reply from Wessex House, Somerset Care at Wessex House

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a beautiful review for Wessex House, especially at this sad time. It was an honour to care for your dear dad and to support him to be as comfortable and content as he could be in his final days. Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss, and know that you remain in our thoughts. Best regards,Wessex House

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Date: 01 June 2022
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  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Awards / Recognitions (3)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Somerset Care
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Somerset Care
  • 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Somerset Care

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Lorna Cross
Lorna CrossJob Title:Registered Manager

Welcome to Wessex House. I would be delighted to welcome you to visit us, to enable you to see this is a lovely home with dedicated, well-trained staff who are committed to providing the very best care possible. Wessex House relocated to purpose-built premises in 2014, enabling residents to benefit from lovely modern facilities.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wessex House

What types of Care is Wessex House registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Wessex House have?

There are 54 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.

What are the Facilities & Services at Wessex House?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Wessex House to the centre of Somerton?

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

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