
Gateford Hill and all its staff are truly outstanding.V E(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)

I cannot speak highly enough of the care and consideration shown to me, by everyone here.J M(Respite Resident/Service User)

The care, the staff, the food, and activities have improved their health and quality of life.Wendy B(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)

Gateford Hill and all its staff are truly outstanding.V E(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)

I cannot speak highly enough of the care and consideration shown to me, by everyone here.J M(Respite Resident/Service User)

The care, the staff, the food, and activities have improved their health and quality of life.Wendy B(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)

Gateford Hill Care Home is a Grade II listed country house adapted to offer quality care and a comfortable environment in which people can achieve a relaxing lifestyle. It is one of Nottinghamshire’s most popular nursing and residential homes.
The home is set in a beautiful part of Nottinghamshire in the large, specially-converted period home. The home was built in 1824 and has 30 acres of grounds, including two acres...
Care Provided by Gateford Hill Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 66 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen. Please contact us for further information.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Gateford Hill Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Gateford Hill 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)
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
- Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Claire Diggles (Care Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (66)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (63)
Gateford Hill Care Home Reviews (90)
Gateford Hill Care Home has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.696) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Gateford Hill Care Home has 90 reviews.
Unfortunately, on the 20th of January, my aunt passed away. The support, care, help and kindness shown by the staff was very comforting and nothing was too much trouble. They felt like a part of our family. My uncle was cared for with love and compassion.
We would like to thank each member of the team for their exceptional care.
Dad was only in the care home for 5 days but the care he received was excellent. Also, all members of staff treated his family with care and respect at the time of his passing.
I will never forget their kindness and it means so much to me to know how much love, care and attention they all gave to mum.
My husband, now deceased, went for palliative care. He resided a very poorly man for one week before death. The peace and quiet of the grounds are within the home. Quiet, calm and caring describe the wonderful staff who nursed my husband to the end. Residents were smiling knowing that they were in a safe environment. I was made most welcome and shown so much compassion at such a sad time.
This care home has become home from home for all the family and our friends and we have made more friends while staying here. My dad has no worries which is just what he needed, he has the freedom to explore the surroundings there are many activities going on all the time, to join in or just as stimulating to watch.
More staff would be desirable I think this is generic throughout the caring services, however even though dad is really poorly now I always feel he is safe and in good caring, friendly hands, mum and I just couldn't cope on our own Gateford Hill and its wonderful staff day and night are helping us cope Thank you xx
I was made welcome by all the staff and I could see my aunt improve because she was being cared for. I never had any concerns or worries about anything.
The carers rang me when necessary to report any changes and took control when the situation arised and informed other services to ensure her care was catered to physically and financially.
I was quite concerned about coming into a care home due to past experiences with a family member but all these concerns were soon gone when staying at Gateford Hill. The staff were extremely supportive and friendly. I felt secure and safe and would have no hesitation in either returning myself or recommending to others. Thank you Gateford Hill for all your help in my return to good health it has been a pleasure getting to know you.
Mum had multiple disabilities which combined presented a challenge which the staff rose up and met far beyond my expectations. I am more than impressed with the home and it's surroundings, the staff and the care they provide, the food and the facilities. Mum was always treated with respect and dignity whilst she was alive, it always made me smile that staff knocked on her door before entering even though she was deaf!
It was wonderful to walk in each day and be met with cheery smiles by everyone, no matter what their job. The kindness and compassion shown to me when mum died was second to none.
I am so impressed that I have offered to volunteer at the home one day a week to help with the varied activities that are laid on for the residents and have already recommended the home to a friend who needed quality respite care for his wife.
I cannot praise this home highly enough.
My brother-in-law was cared for at Gateford Hill for end of life care. As a family we cannot thank the staff enough for the care and love they gave him especially in his final days.
My aunt is very well looked after. The staff are caring and attentive to her needs. She is always clean and well presented, her clothing is always clean. The meals are appetising and she is given a portion size she can eat. If there is nothing on the menu that she likes she is offered a "free choice" of meal and also the smoothies are a welcome change if she is not hungry. Visitors are welcome at any time and are made to feel welcome by staff.
The home is situated in excellent grounds and the building although built in 1850s is adapted extremely well for resident's needs. The staff are capable and attentive to resident needs and all needs are catered for especially leisure activities which are essential for the wellbeing of all residents.
My dad was given a place here for end of life care, but since coming to Gateord Hill his quality of life and health has improved so much. Prior to this my Dad has been very ill for 15 years and for past 5 years was housebound. But with brittle health he was always in and out of hospital. He was at his lowest point when we came to Gateford Hill. After being in hospital for 10 weeks he said he thought he had 'lost everything' but it is amazing how well he is doing now, helped enormously by such positive caring staff and wonderful surroundings. My dad has progressed and is doing things he thought he could never do again - such as having a shower, sitting out on a chair, eating a near normal diet. He has a bit of his old self back and he is never far away from things to do/activities. As visitors our family are always welcomed and we are welcome any time. I cannot praise this place enough. Well done Gateford Hill - a great place!
The staff are very caring and it is a sociable place to be, views from the window over look the gardens and wildlife. It is an excellent place to be.
When visiting I always find the staff friendly and the rooms clean and tidy. Location is good with nice views from window and lots of activities available for residents
Excellent care home that provides lots of activities and cares about each and individual. The only thing that my mother complains about is the quality of the food, they can request any item of food but it is often cooked poorly. Listening to other people who's parents are in care, food and the quality of it seems to be a common thread at various care homes.
Good care and friendly, helpful staff.
Helpful staff.
The home is very good and I recommend the carers very much indeed because they are very helpful. I am happy to be here living with my husband.
My aunt suffers from dementia and needs nursing care. She is very happy in the home and likes the staff; even though she can be difficult at times with them. I have visited various such facilities and appreciate the high standard of cleanliness that they maintain. Their degree of professionalism and cheerful disposition in what at times can be difficult and long days. It may not be all things to all people but it is the best that I have seen. I would not be unhappy if I had to use them at a future date.
The staff are very friendly and approachable and are good with my father. The home is improving under the new manager and she is more willing to discuss any issues.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 July 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 28 Feb 2019Recipient: Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
- 01 Apr 2017Recipient: Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
- 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Gateford Hill Care Home.
Meet the Team (7)

Claire has been the Home Manager at Gateford Hill Care Home since April 2026. Claire started working at Gateford in 2009 as a carer and has steadily worked her way up through the ranks via the roles of senior carer, care practitioner, unit manager, deputy manager, and finally became the Home Manager.
She graduated from the University of Teeside in 2025 with a Nursing Associate degree. Always cheerful and positive, her passion for supporting and helping people shines through in everything she does.

Haley has recently become the Deputy Manager at Gateford Hill Care Home in April 2026. She has previously worked as a Clinical Lead, as Ward Manager at Rotherham Hospital, and as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative Care at Northern General Hospital in Sheffield.
Haley has been an RGN since 2016 and graduated with a Master's in Palliative Care in 2021, both from Sheffield Hallam University. She is a loving mum, is passionate about looking after people from all walks of life and understands a care home's pivotal role in supporting people when they are at their most vulnerable. Haley believes that building relationships and trust are fundamental to care and support.

Jackie has been working at Gateford Hill Care Home since November 2021, first as the Receptionist, and then as the Business Administrator since June 2023. Nov 2021 as a Receptionist. She has worked in health and social care for over 18 years and has been with MMCG for 5 years.
Jackie has achieved Level 3 in Administration and a Degree in Business and Management, graduating in June 2010. She loves people and putting the residents first, and is always on hand to answer questions from residents, relatives and team members alike.

Laura has worked at Gateford Hill Care Home as Lifestyle Coordinator since April 2025. Laura has previously worked in health and social care in the community since 2018, primarily in caring roles. Her true passion, though, is putting smiles on people's faces. She is the Queen of Events at Gateford Hill and always has new ideas for fun things to do. Laura is never afraid to make fun of herself to make others smile and enjoys her role immensely.

Lisa has worked at Gateford Hill in 2014 as a Care Assistant, before being promoted to Senior Carer and then Care Practitioner in 2022, and has worked across all of the communities within the home. Whilst working for Maria Mallaband, Lisa has also achieved a Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
When Lisa joined the team at Gateford Hill, it was her first role in social care, but you would never know it due to her passion and enthusiasm for providing high-quality care and support, which shines through day to day.

William has been working as Hospitality Service Manager at Gateford Hill Care Home since May 2025. He has previously worked as Chief Navigation Officer on Queen Mary 2 for 7 years and has 20+ years of experience working for popular hotel groups as a General Manager.
William graduated from the University of Leeds with a Master's in Hospitality in 2015. He enjoys his daily interactions with residents and visitors alike, the fact that no day is the same, and that every day brings new challenges.

Ryan has been working as Head Chef at Gateford Hill Care Home since June 2025. He has previously worked as a chef for a care home and for a leading food manufacturer.
Ryan enjoys the responsibility of ensuring all residents have a good experience at meal times whilst meeting their nutritional needs. He both enjoys the challenges and the rewards that this brings.
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