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The home has well-kept grounds that is situated in 34 acres of magnificent Cheshire countryside, close to the thriving community of Marple and within easy reach of Stockport, Manchester and Altrincham.
Their approach to supporting residents involves personalised care plans, including the individual and their families in the process as much as possible.
Care Provided by Barchester Marple Dale Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 63 Service Users
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Barchester Marple Dale Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
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.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Marple Dale Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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 choose 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
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Michelle Timperley (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (63)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (59)
Barchester Marple Dale Care Home Reviews (72)
Barchester Marple Dale Care Home has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.008) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Marple Dale Care Home has 72 reviews.
They were so caring, compassionate, loving and amazing in the way they looked after mum..but also their care for me was incredible.
I had lots of hugs, chats and reassurance.
It is a very very...
They were so caring, compassionate, loving and amazing in the way they looked after mum..but also their care for me was incredible.
I had lots of hugs, chats and reassurance.
It is a very very special place and I cannot begin to express how much I appreciated their support and kindness
Thank you for your wonderful comments, it was a pleasure to have been able to care for your mother and yourself, I will share your lovely words with the staff team, you are always welcome to visit us at anytime.
I think the care my aunt has received has been excellent. She is now happier and more mobile than she was when she arrived. Thank you to everyone for all your care and support.
I think the care my aunt has received has been excellent. She is now happier and more mobile than she was when she arrived. Thank you to everyone for all your care and support.
Thank you for your lovely feedback and this will be shared with our team. It is our pleasure to care for your aunt.
A very caring and friendly environment. The staff take great care to meet the residents needs,
A very caring and friendly environment. The staff take great care to meet the residents needs,
Thank you for your review, we take great pride in caring for our residents.
Thank you for also looking after us as a family
Thank you for also looking after us as a family
Thank you for your amazing feedback, it was an honour to care for you all as a family. Always know you are welcome to visit anytime.
Calm, tranquil & lovely environment & care
10/10
Calm, tranquil & lovely environment & care
10/10
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, this is greatly appreciated and this will be shared with our team.
Mum came to Marple Dale for end of life care and we as a family cannot thank the staff or praise them enough for the exemplary care Mum received. Her care & management of her medical needs were above & beyond, she was treated with the greatest care & dignity. We were also looked after & greatly...
Mum came to Marple Dale for end of life care and we as a family cannot thank the staff or praise them enough for the exemplary care Mum received. Her care & management of her medical needs were above & beyond, she was treated with the greatest care & dignity. We were also looked after & greatly supported by all the staff. We will be eternally grateful for the way Mum was looked after. P.S thank you for feeding us!!!
Thank you for your lovely compliments of the care your mother received whilst in Marple Dale, it was our honour to care for her and your family at such a time, your always welcome to visit anytime.
I would like to thank the staff of Marple dale care home for their huge kindness & help on the occasion of my mothers 105th Birthday. They provided fabulous balloons, chocolates, cards etc. which helped make her day special. I am very grateful for the attention they give her.
I would like to thank the staff of Marple dale care home for their huge kindness & help on the occasion of my mothers 105th Birthday. They provided fabulous balloons, chocolates, cards etc. which helped make her day special. I am very grateful for the attention they give her.
The staff without exception are kind and friendly.
Activities for the able are good and well attended. Lots of fun.
The food is adequate to good with a nice supply of drinks and cakes available...
The staff without exception are kind and friendly.
Activities for the able are good and well attended. Lots of fun.
The food is adequate to good with a nice supply of drinks and cakes available to everyone. Some crockery needs attention due to cracks and chips!
My mother was taken into Marple Dale at very short notice following a hospital visit. The staff were very helpful in all the arrangements and put us all at ease. The room and care is excellent and all rooms are very clean and tidy. The arrangements for visiting is very easy. All the staff give you...
My mother was taken into Marple Dale at very short notice following a hospital visit. The staff were very helpful in all the arrangements and put us all at ease. The room and care is excellent and all rooms are very clean and tidy. The arrangements for visiting is very easy. All the staff give you time and updates on my mothers wellbeing.
It is very early day (only in residence for 4 days so far) and John has not settled in very happily. He wants to be at home and feels no restraint against shouting about his plight. It has been very stressful visiting him but I have tried to be calm but firm. I would welcome more advice/support...
It is very early day (only in residence for 4 days so far) and John has not settled in very happily. He wants to be at home and feels no restraint against shouting about his plight. It has been very stressful visiting him but I have tried to be calm but firm. I would welcome more advice/support from the care/nursing/staff on how to deal with his rage and agression. They will be much more experienced than I am and could help me to learn what to do. But I - and he - will soldier on and I am confident that in such a good environment things will get better.
My mom was in here for two weeks as we needed emergency care, the world was promised when I came to visit but none was given when we agreed to come and stay. We were told that a certain room was available and then when we turned up it was no longer which seems strange considering it was only couple...
My mom was in here for two weeks as we needed emergency care, the world was promised when I came to visit but none was given when we agreed to come and stay. We were told that a certain room was available and then when we turned up it was no longer which seems strange considering it was only couple of days before we turned up. The cost also changed when we got there and suddenly become more expensive. The care that we received in the first week was great but then one of the caring nurses Nancy went on holiday and it all changed. My mom was left unattended and sadly had a fall which resulted in a trip to hospital which for a dementia patient is confusing and extremely traumatic. I wish I could add the pictures of the mess that the fall had caused. We stipulated that my mom had to be on a low fat diet and the food that was given was far from low fat. Clothes went missing as well as her cushion from her wheelchair, this was eventually found a week after she had left. Run out of space!!
Thanks for your review. We're sorry to read of your experience with Marple Dale was not as you expected. After checking with the General Manager your concerns where not raised at the time, we would like to give you the opportunity to discuss further. Please contact the General Manager of the home, or alternatively feedback@barchester.com. Kind regards Barchester's Customer Feedback Team.
The home itself is very...
The home itself is very well presented in a peaceful setting and there are activities for residents, including days out. The staff were generally good and some were excellent. I didn't have much contact with the manager but the deputy manager was defensive and unhelpful when an issue was raised about Dad's care. Food, whilst generally good, was at times poor - too much chicken nuggets and chips. Admin was very efficient and helpful.
This was a corporate-run care home and as such, it met all the required governance and care standards but probably lacked a more intimate and homely care environment that you might find in smaller care facilities.
Thanks for leaving a review and your kind comments in relation to our staff. We're sorry that you were unhappy with the home itself, we can't see that yourself or family members have raised your concerns with us previously. If there's anything we can do to support you further, please reach out to us at feedback@barchester.com. Kind regards, Barchester's feedback team.
My dad was fast tracked from hospital, from the minute he arrived he has been treated with the upmost care and respect. I cannot thank all the staff for the kindness shown to him and also to me. Dad is poorly so will not see just how beautiful a place Barchester Marple Dale Care Home is. Outside...
My dad was fast tracked from hospital, from the minute he arrived he has been treated with the upmost care and respect. I cannot thank all the staff for the kindness shown to him and also to me. Dad is poorly so will not see just how beautiful a place Barchester Marple Dale Care Home is. Outside everything is maintained to a high standard, inside the lounge and bistro areas are decorated and furnished beautifully as are the corridors. I would not hesitate to recommend Marple Dale, it is 10/10 from me.
The nursing staff have been fantastic with all her...
The nursing staff have been fantastic with all her specialist care she has required, ensuring the correct treatment and dressings have been carried out, getting her from bed-bound to being mobile again with the help of a walking frame.
My mother feels comfortable and has a good rapport with the majority of the care and management staff and has a smile on her face most of the time which tells me she is comfortable.
My brother was admitted to this care home 5 weeks ago. The home is beautiful, that's why we chose it. However, the care in this place is awful. Some careers were fine but there were a few that were incompetent. The food is absolutely horrendous. We talked to residents who order out 4 times a week...
My brother was admitted to this care home 5 weeks ago. The home is beautiful, that's why we chose it. However, the care in this place is awful. Some careers were fine but there were a few that were incompetent. The food is absolutely horrendous. We talked to residents who order out 4 times a week because the food is so bad. My brother had a medical emergency and the nurses did nothing but stand at the bottom of his bed and watch. We had to ask them to do something to help him. The manager is absolutely appalling. We had a few issues and she refused to speak to us. My sister went down to speak to her and she hid in her office and sent her an email saying she was busy. I would not recommend this care home to anyone. They have no compassion for the vulnerable residents they are supposed to be looking after. They have been reported to CQC and the Council by my brother's social worker.
Thanks for leaving a review, were disappointed to read your comments, particularly as the home supported your loved one for a much longer stay than was originally agreed. Our home team are always available to support and well share your feedback with them about meals, however, the feedback we...
Thanks for leaving a review, were disappointed to read your comments, particularly as the home supported your loved one for a much longer stay than was originally agreed. Our home team are always available to support and well share your feedback with them about meals, however, the feedback we usually receive about food at Marple Dale is positive. We do have some younger residents who enjoy eating fast food takeaway as their preference and were very happy to support them. We understand that your brothers needs are very complex and assisted to ensure he has the care needed including in an emergency. Sadly, due to the complexity of the care required, the decision was made they were no longer able to sustain the placement. Its really important for us that residents are at the center of decision making and were sorry the placement couldn't continue. Kind Regards, Barchester's Customer Feedback Team
I visited my friend with many doubts, having visited many care homes but my goodness, what a wonderful experience! My friend was settled and happy after only a couple of weeks. The environment was exceptional - clean, bright, fresh and well cared for. All the staff I met were true carers - wanting...
I visited my friend with many doubts, having visited many care homes but my goodness, what a wonderful experience! My friend was settled and happy after only a couple of weeks. The environment was exceptional - clean, bright, fresh and well cared for. All the staff I met were true carers - wanting the best for the residents. They were professional, friendly but most of all, caring. Nothing was too much trouble. All the questions of a new resident were answered and dealt with immediately. I came away happy that my friend had found a home from home - with the help she needs. Thank you.
Admission and open discussion with the senior administrator was first-class and continued to be so up to obtaining a place.
Highly rate the administrator and the staff. Nursing lead was also super.
Admission and open discussion with the senior administrator was first-class and continued to be so up to obtaining a place.
Highly rate the administrator and the staff. Nursing lead was also super.
We wish to express our heartfelt gratitude for the exceptional care and support provided to my wife during her time at Barchester Marple Dale Care Home. From the moment she arrived, all her needs were met with the highest levels of respect and care. The dedication and compassion of the team went...
We wish to express our heartfelt gratitude for the exceptional care and support provided to my wife during her time at Barchester Marple Dale Care Home. From the moment she arrived, all her needs were met with the highest levels of respect and care. The dedication and compassion of the team went above and beyond our expectations. We were deeply grateful for the comfort and dignity afforded to my wife at a very difficult time. The staff's kindness and professionalism made a significant, positive impact for which we can't thank you enough. Your unwavering commitment to my wife's well-being and your support for the family was truly remarkable. We are very thankful for finding Marple Dale and for the outstanding care you provided.
Thank you for your kind words, we really appreciate such lovely feedback, as a team we always strive to provide outstanding care, we are thankful we were able to support you all. I will share your review with the team. Thank you for choosing Marple Dale.
My mother has been in Marple Dale Care Home for 4 months, the care she has received has been amazing, the carers go above and beyond for my mother, she is treated with the upmost respect, my mind is settled knowing my mother is in Marple Dale and being looked after so well, as a family on the whole...
My mother has been in Marple Dale Care Home for 4 months, the care she has received has been amazing, the carers go above and beyond for my mother, she is treated with the upmost respect, my mind is settled knowing my mother is in Marple Dale and being looked after so well, as a family on the whole we are very grateful.
Thank you for your lovely review of the care your mother is receiving at Marple Dale, We are so happy that you feel reassured that your mother is living at Marple Dale, it is always nice to hear such words as amazing, above & beyond care. We truly appreciate your review and I will share this with the team.
My wife is very happy here now that she has settled down. The staff are very attentive to her needs and friendly. The food is not what she's used to because she is on a puree diet, but she is coping. Everyone here has gone that bit more caring for her and we are pleased with everything especially...
My wife is very happy here now that she has settled down. The staff are very attentive to her needs and friendly. The food is not what she's used to because she is on a puree diet, but she is coping. Everyone here has gone that bit more caring for her and we are pleased with everything especially as I can visit her mostly all the time. Great, friendly, at-home feeling, all the time.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 12 April 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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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- 12 Nov 2026Organiser: Barchester Marple Dale Care Home
Awards / Recognitions (17)
- 27 Oct 2026Recipient: Barchester Marple Dale Care Home
- 15 Oct 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
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Meet the Team (10)

Hi, my name is Michelle, and I am the General Manager here at Marple Dale Care Centre.
Thank you for taking the time to look further into what...
Hi, my name is Michelle, and I am the General Manager here at Marple Dale Care Centre.
Thank you for taking the time to look further into what Marple Dale Care Centre has to offer to you or your loved one.
Here is an opportunity to look at some of our staff team in the home, who all play a vital role in day-to-day life. I have worked in the Healthcare sector for approximately 25 years as a Registered General Nurse, Nurse Manager, Turnaround Manager and Registered Manager throughout the Manchester & Lancashire Area, working alongside a wealth of experienced healthcare professionals.
I love my role and what I do, and I am lucky to be supported by a fantastic team that demonstrates a nurturing, warm and compassionate approach.
The home's core objective is to promote a high standard of person-centred, kind and compassionate care.
Pop in for a cuppa and speak to one of the team, you’re always welcome!

My team and I strive to keep the home looking at...
Hi, I'm Julie, and I am Head Housekeeper here at Marple Dale Hall and have worked here since 2023.My team and I strive to keep the home looking at its best and are very proud of the work we do. We ensure the home is showcased at its finest and value feedback from our residents, relatives, friends and visiting healthcare professionals and are often complimented on the cleanliness of our home.

As a Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience, I am...
I am delighted to be part of the team at Marple Dale Care Home as Deputy Manager.As a Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience, I am passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Worked at Marple Dale in 2021 and returned.
I work closely with the Home Manager and our dedicated team to ensure residents receive compassionate care in a safe, welcoming environment where they feel valued, respected and at home.
I am proud to be part of the Marple Dale team and to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents.

I have been working in the care home sector since 2001. I was an administrator at another Barchester home – Arbour Court – for 2 years, when the home...
I have been working in the care home sector since 2001. I was an administrator at another Barchester home – Arbour Court – for 2 years, when the home was part of Westminster Healthcare. I then came to Marple Dale as a Senior Administrator before it was owned by Barchester.
Although it is a very busy environment, I do enjoy the challenge of the role. I am here to support the staff and families, mainly in the financial running of the home, and I will always strive to work as hard as I can.
I work very closely with the General Manager and assist wherever I can.
Being part of the Marple Dale family is very rewarding, and I feel lucky to be working in such a beautiful setting.

Hi. I am William, Head Chef at Marple Dale Care Home. I joined the team in 2024, and since then I have worked with the catering team to ensure a...
Hi. I am William, Head Chef at Marple Dale Care Home. I joined the team in 2024, and since then I have worked with the catering team to ensure a high standard of food and beverages is served daily to our residents, so they can enjoy nutritious, freshly prepared meals in an exquisite dining area, ensuring the same standard of tray service is available for those who choose not to dine in the dining area.

Hi, I'm Cynthia, and I have worked with our amazing team since 2021. Initially, I joined Barchester as a Registered Mental Health Nurse and was...
Hi, I'm Cynthia, and I have worked with our amazing team since 2021. Initially, I joined Barchester as a Registered Mental Health Nurse and was successfully to Unit Manager, where I support the Senior General Manager and Deputy Manager in ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care and that the staff team feel supported.I am proud to support our residents and families and feel that I show empathy and can make a difference in their lives.

Hi, my name is Lewis. I joined the team in September 2021 as a general assistant and then moved to the activities team in January 2022. Most...
Hi, my name is Lewis. I joined the team in September 2021 as a general assistant and then moved to the activities team in January 2022. Most recently, I became Activities Team Leader in December 2023. It has been a great journey here at Marple Dale, and I can’t wait to continue. I love my role as one of the homes Activity Coordinators, and love finding out new and exciting ways to engage residents with activities and each other.
Here at Marple Dale we try to do as many different activities as we can, to keep our residents as active as possible, as it is so important to keep active. I love what I do and love knowing that our residents have so much enjoyment from such a wide variety of activities.

From my very first days as a Health Care Assistant to a senior carer, I began learning that caring for someone is about so much more than completing...
From my very first days as a Health Care Assistant to a senior carer, I began learning that caring for someone is about so much more than completing a task. It is about seeing the person behind the care plan. It is about listening, noticing the small changes, understanding a person's history, respecting their wishes and beliefs, and recognising what matters most to them. I learned how important communication, compassion, observation, teamwork and dignity are in providing truly person-centred care. I learned how to recognise when something was not quite right, when to seek help, and when speaking up could make a difference. These were not simply skills I was learning for a job. They were skills that were shaping the nurse I wanted to become.
One of the things that meant the most to me at Marple Dale was seeing that every resident mattered, regardless of how unwell they were or what stage of life they were in. That approach resonated deeply with me. It reminded me why I had chosen a career in caring in the first place. It also gave me the opportunity to experience something that would have a lasting impact on my nursing journey.
My Home Senior General Manager, Michelle Timperley, believed in my dream from the beginning. I remember sharing my aspirations with her, and rather than making me feel that they were too big or too far away, she encouraged me to believe that they were possible. She supported me, motivated me and gave me opportunities to grow. The team around me did the same. Their encouragement helped build my confidence and reminded me that I did not have to make this journey alone.
In August 2026, I qualified as a Registered General Nurse and was able to finally wear my blue uniform and continue my lifelong dream.

Hi, I am Anu. I have worked alongside the Marple Dale team since 2021 as a Registered General Nurse. I predominantly work nights to provide a safe...
Hi, I am Anu. I have worked alongside the Marple Dale team since 2021 as a Registered General Nurse. I predominantly work nights to provide a safe and peaceful environment to ensure the residents in my care have a restful night. I am proud to belong to an outstanding and caring team, and I am passionate about providing high-quality care and making sure that the Barchester values are at the heart of our care.

My name is Stephanie, and I joined the Marple Dale team in 2021 as a general assistant and quickly found my passion for providing care and support to...
My name is Stephanie, and I joined the Marple Dale team in 2021 as a general assistant and quickly found my passion for providing care and support to our residents. I took a full-time care position and was successfully promoted to a Senior Care Assistant. I continued in this role for some time, then a position within the activities team became available as well as within our administration team, which I felt suited my career development at the time, I currently continue in these roles and enjoy my time making others happy, all our team are proud of our our home and will always be the team around our manager.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Marple Dale Care Home
How much does Barchester Marple Dale Care Home cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,724 for nursing care. Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
What types of Care is Barchester Marple Dale Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Barchester Marple Dale Care Home have?
There are 63 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Marple Dale Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Barchester Marple Dale Care Home to the centre of Stockport?
3.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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