The Weir Nursing Home

Swainshill, Hereford HR4 7QF
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  • The Weir Nursing Home, Hereford
Nestled within the stunning landscapes of Herefordshire, The Weir Nursing Home is a distinguished care residence set in a magnificent Georgian mansion dating back to 1785. Surrounded by National Trust Gardens, the home offers breathtaking views across the River Wye and the Black Mountains, creating a serene and tranquil environment for residents.

For over 30 years, The Weir has been a trusted provider of exceptional nursing care, residential care, palliative care, and respite care. With a commitment to personalised support, the home ensures that every resident receives the highest standard of care in a warm and welcoming setting.

At the heart of The Weir is a family-oriented atmosphere fostered by a team of highly trained and compassionate professionals. With a focus on dignity, comfort, and well-being, the home offers a safe and nurturing environment where residents can truly feel at home.

Whether seeking long-term care or a short-term stay, The Weir Nursing and Residential Home stands as a sanctuary of expert care, comfort, and community.
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Care Provided

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 35 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1049 – £1773
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1171 – £2383
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1500 – £1500
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1500 – £1500

Our Weekly Fee is based on the choice of bedroom and the personal care needs required. Before admission, a professional team member will assess to understand the support and care your loved one requires within the home. A personalised and tailored care plan will be created and monitored daily using our electronic care system.


Included in Our Weekly Fee:
Home staffed 24 hours a day
Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner), unlimited snacks and drinks
Accommodation with bed & and bedding, towels, bedroom furniture, chair, curtains, lighting and individually controlled heating
Laundering of bedding, towels, and personal clothing (except dry cleaning)
Unrestricted use of communal areas
Cleaning and decoration of rooms
Maintenance of grounds and gardens
Wi-Fi access
Range of in-house activities and external outings (excluding admission fees, if applicable)
Care and daily assistance in-line with assessment.


Prices quoted are based on permanent residency, per person per week for single occupancy.
Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen. Prices correct as of April 2025 but are subject to change.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact The Weir Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Zoe Jones (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (25)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (15)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (1)

The Weir Nursing Home Reviews (17)

9.3

The Weir Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.266) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Weir Nursing Home has 17 reviews.

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Review from Amanda G (Sister of Resident) published on 26 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Ever since my sister has been in The Weir from November 2024 I have found the nursing care to be professional but friendly. Nothing seems to be a problem and the food is excellent.
Reply from Julie Hamill, Home Manager at The Weir Nursing Home

Hi , many thanks for your kind words and valuable feedback. I will share your comments with the team. Thank you again for taking the time . Ju

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Review from H D (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has been with you at The Weir for nearly two years. I'm very happy with the service provided. The staff are exceptional. Dad is very happy in the lovely surroundings. Thank you.
Reply from Julie Hamill, Home Manager at The Weir Nursing Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to provide us with feedback. It is our pleasure to provide care to your father, i will share your lovely words with the team.Ju

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Review from P S (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been there for over a month now and I have been so impressed with the care from all the staff. Everyone is warm, patient, kind, helpful and professional. Mums health had deteriorated very suddenly and rapidly but within a few weeks her physical health has hugely improved.
The Weir has a
lovely communal and family friendly feel-even pets are welcomed. There is a genuine sense of care and compassion, which seems to have been lost in many health care facilities.
I would recommend The Weir to anyone in the sad position where a loved one needs residential care.
Reply from Kate Jenkins, Home Manager at The Weir Nursing Home

Thank you so much for this lovely review, the team will be so pleased to hear this.

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Review from S D (Son of Resident) published on 13 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad has been in the Weir for just over 3 years now. It is clear he is well cared for he has an excellent relationship with the staff and has lots of opportunity to take part in various activities. The food is excellent and the communication between myself and them is always very good.
Reply from Kate Jenkins, Home Manager at The Weir Nursing Home

Thank you for this great review, I will pass on your feedback to the team.

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Review from Lisa W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff provided exceptional support and reassurance to my grandfather and our family following the challenging decision to transition him to care. From his arrival, he has consistently received dignified, respectful, and patient treatment. He frequently praises the staff's kindness and expresses
deep gratitude for their care. He's also enjoying the diverse range of activities offered. Our visits are always welcoming, inquiries are promptly addressed, and concerns are effectively alleviated. As a family, we are exceedingly pleased with the level of care provided.
Reply from Kate Jenkins, Home Manager at The Weir Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words, the team will be pleased to hear this.

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Review from L R (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was a resident at The Weir for eight months. We were very pleased with the level of care and kindness that he received. The staff were thoughtful, patient and attentive and always welcomed us very warmly when we visited. I would not hesitate to recommend The Weir. Thank you!
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Review from Deirdre W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff nursed my mum, who was moved to the Weir on end-of-life care.
They were professional and caring and treated my mum with dignity.
They were also there to help and support me through a very difficult time.
I cannot praise and thank them enough.
Reply from Michelle Sheers, PA at The Weir Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words, they mean a lot to us.

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Review from A S (Husband of Resident) published on 13 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As my wife's husband, I was always made welcome. My wife had the best service in care and on a one to one basis. All the staff were so friendly and very polite to her. Thanks to all for helping me get through some difficult times.
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Review from B L (Husband of Resident) published on 4 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel lucky to have found this home to care for my wife.
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Review from Paul N (Father of Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been living at Weir Nursing Home for 2 years now and on entering he was down and out but with the expertise of all staff our son has come on quite well. Still needs a massive amount of attention but they carry on regardless.
Nothing but praise. Hope they keep up the good work.
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Review from Pamela N (Mother of Resident) published on 21 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son gets the very best care.
The staff are very kind to our son, he needs 24-hour care and they are all wonderful.
It's a pleasure to go to the home to visit our son.
We always receive a wonderful welcome and our son could not be in a better home.
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Review from J L (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The Weir is a friendly, welcoming nursing home. The residents have the chance to participate in many activities. Outings are also arranged for the residents. The meals are excellent and home cooked. Nurses are always on duty to administer medical care. Resident's families are made to feel welcome and
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Review from Pat B (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall good care, able to visit at all times. Home cooking. Residents are always clean, tidy and well fed. Events held on a regular basis for all to join in or not. Dog visit to your own room which is good for residents. Able to have own things around you. Safe.
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Review from Ann H (Niece of Resident) published on 26 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My uncle was admitted to the Weir in December 2016. We have nothing but praise for the levels of care given to him in the short time he has been here.
The standards are excellent and he is extremely happy here.
Thank you!
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Review from L W (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursing home in a lovely location. Residents are treated as individuals and dignity observed whilst still allowing for a fun and friendly atmosphere. Staff always considerate and caring towards residents, family and visitors.
There are sufficient activities for those able to take the park
and a wide variety.
Plenty of space for those who want to be on their own or with families/visitors for private visits.
Meals appear very appetising and varied with plenty of choices.
The home and garden is always clean and tidy, residents clothes are laundered to a high standard.
Staff approachable for any queries and are always professional.
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Review from Alan W (Son of Resident) published on 15 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Consistent in its approachability, Weir Nursing Home and its staff are everything you could hope for in a care home. Always cheerful and willing to help you feel confident that mum is in a warm and comforting environment. Mum is always happy when I visit and looks better than when she went into the
home. Four stars at least.
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Review from Carol P (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mother is looked after extremely well. Everyone is so kind. They do their best to make her life as comfortable as possible. Mother has a very good appetite and enjoys the delicious food prepared so well by the cooks at Weir Nursing Home.
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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.266)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.266) out of 10 for The Weir Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.809 for The Weir Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (55 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 68 Ratings = 4.809
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.457 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Weir Nursing Home is based on 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 = 3.6
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 35 registered maximum number of service users is 7. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 7 = 0.857
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 22 May 2025

Overall Good

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  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (4)

Zoe

Zoe Jones

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2025

Zoe has dedicated her life to caring for others, beginning her career in healthcare at just 16. Since qualifying as a nurse in 2009, she has gained extensive experience in nursing homes, oncology, haematology, and hospice care, as well as working as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in palliative care. Compassion and kindness are at the heart of Zoe’s approach, and she is passionate about supporting both residents and their families with dignity and respect.


Zoe feels privileged to lead the wonderful team at The Weir and is committed to creating a warm, homely environment where residents can truly thrive.


Outside of work, Zoe enjoys spending time with her family and three rescue dogs, as well as cooking, music, and vintage style.

Mariana

Mariana Papara

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Supporting Home Manager Kate Jenkins, the Deputy Manager ensures high-quality care, compliance, and staff development. Mariana provides strong leadership, maintaining a warm and welcoming environment for residents and staff alike.

Michelle

Michelle Sheers

Job Title: Administrator

Michelle, the Administrator at The Weir, plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the home by managing administrative tasks such as resident records, staff scheduling, and communication. Her organisational skills contribute to an efficient, well-run environment that supports both the care team and residents.

Megan

Megan

Job Title: Care Assistant

Megan is a valued member of our care team, bringing kindness, patience, and a positive attitude to everything she does. She is dedicated to supporting residents with compassion and respect, ensuring their individual needs are always met. Megan is known for her gentle manner, reliability, and for building strong, trusting relationships with both residents and their families. Her caring nature and willingness to go the extra mile make her an important part of The Weir community.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Weir Nursing Home

What types of Care is The Weir Nursing Home 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 The Weir Nursing Home have?

There are 25 Single Rooms and 5 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Weir Nursing Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Weir Nursing Home to the centre of Hereford?

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

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