Water Royd House Nursing Home

Locke Road, Gilroyd, Dodworth, Barnsley S75 3QH
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Water Royd House is located in Gilroyd, a small village near to Barnsley town centre. The home has easy access to the M1. Local shops, library, hairdressers, surgery, pharmacy, public house and post office are all closeby.

Water Royd House provides accommodation for residents in single rooms with en-suite facilities. All rooms are fully carpeted and decorated to a high standard. Each room contains a television, nurse call system, fire detection, bed, and chest of drawers.

The home has a well maintained garden and a secluded patio for residents to enjoy in summer months. Parking is available for up to 20 cars.
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Care Provided by Water Royd House Nursing Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • 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 62 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex 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
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1500
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1600
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1754
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1854

Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen. Please contact us for further information.

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

Contact Water Royd House Nursing 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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Water Royd House Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Catherine Smith (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (62)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (10)

Visiting

  • No restrictions

Parking

  • Parking available onsite for visitors

Water Royd House Nursing Home Reviews (95)

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Water Royd House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.635) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from Mick B (Son of Resident) published on 16 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Water Royd look after my mum with great care - shes not the easiest to deal with as her vascular dementia means that her mood is up and down - but despite this the staff always know the best approach to use with her. Activities are varied and stimulating and the food is great, appetising and nutritious.
The facilities and rooms are good and always kept spotlessly clean. This is a great place to live for anyone who needs care in later life.
Reply from Catherine Smith, Home Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you so much for the lovely review of Water Royd House. It will be great to be able to share these reviews with the colleagues who work there, who take the utmost pride in offering the best care possible.
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Review from T P (Husband of Resident) published on 25 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would just like to thank Water Royd for taking care of my wife I unfortunately could no longer look after her at home due to demensia getting worse. She as settled in more than I expected. All the staff are always helpful and I can see they care for my wife and treat her with respect. The entertainment
program is really good and keeps her busy she as even been taken into town to the Christmas market she may not remember but I do and appreciate it so much. The food is excellent and she enjoys it so much she always as extras.
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Review from Angela W (Niece of Resident) published on 25 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff at Water Royd House could not have done anymore to look after my uncle. If they were concerned about anything they told me as soon as I entered the building. The food was excellent and very good quality. They kept the home extremely clean and looked after my uncles cleanliness with dignity and
care. They were especially fantastic with my aunt when she visited, she has dementia and they treat her with great affection and care as though she was a resident. Thank you all at Barnsley you could not have done any more.
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Review from L V (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After my mum having restbite in one care home then permanent in another we as a family felt totally let down. Mum moved into Water Royd in the middle of Nov 2025 the difference in my mum within days was astonishing she changed dramatically. She went back to her smiley happy self she made friends instantly.
Mum suffers from Alzheimers/dementia and we really thought she would struggle with the change but no the change was definitely for the better. The staff are amazing not just nurses and carers every single member of staff is approachable friendly and answer any queries we have. There are things to help keep stimulated which she needs as previously she was constantly bored. The entertainment provided is brilliant having singers twice weekly and a full activity calendar. We are so happy that there was a room available for mum at Water Royd
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Review from Philippa W (Independent Advocate Deputyship) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a visiting professional to this care home for many years, I have always found the home so friendly and welcoming, both to myself and to the residents and their families.
The staff are always on hand when needed and they know each and every resident that lives there and makes time for them all. It
is clean and homely and the activities that are offered are brilliant. It is a fantastic care home.
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Review from Kenneth D (Son of Resident) published on 13 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After the scandal from the state of care homes pre-COVID covid I was very sceptical about my mum being taken out of hospital for end-of-life care. After first visiting Water Royd and subsequently having my mum placed there, my fears were completely dispelled. My mum got the care she deserved during
her short time she was there.
Reply from Louise Parker, Deputy Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you so much for the lovely review of Water Royd House. We are glad we were able to give the reassurance you all needed at the time. We will pass this on to all our team as it is appreciated.
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Review from Peter R (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our father was a resident from 19/03/25 to his death on 08/07/25. Throughout that time he received excellent care and was treated with warmth and understanding throughout. During our frequent visits we witnessed the care given to other residents and it was without exception always kind and caring. Thank
you to everyone for looking after him so well.
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Review from Beverley S (Sister of Resident) published on 8 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister arrived to a lovely welcome from all the staff. I cannot thank them enough for the support they have given us. We have been able to make her bedroom into a familiar environment for her, which has made her settle much better.
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Review from Diane B (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum went into Water Royd House for palliative care and was in for the last 5 weeks of her life. The care she received was outstanding from beginning to end and I have nothing but praise for the wonderful staff who looked after her. Mum and I were treated with kindness and compassion by everyone and
I highly recommend Water Royd House.
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Review from Patricia B (Wife of Resident) published on 2 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was in a hospice 11 weeks. He has terminal stage 4 prostate cancer and parkinsons. I was asked to look for a nursing home. Water Royd House was the third one I looked at. My husband was only there for nine days. The nursing care was excellent. The support and care we received was special
from all the staff. We his family were there at the end of his life, most of the day. I thank you so much for all you did at this very sad time. Thank you.
Reply from Louise Parker, Deputy Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you so much for the lovely review of Water Royd House. It will be great to be able to share this review with our colleagues who work there, who take the upmost pride in offering the best care possible.
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Review from A L (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nanan became bed bound after contracting sepsis in December. Her memory started to fluctuate, and she became very confused. I went to Water Royd, hoping they could help stimulate her. The manager & staff greeted my nanan on arrival, and she was introduced to staff and those living there. The hairdresser
was there and offered to wash, cut & blowdry my nanan's hair. She then had lunch with everyone and said she wanted to go back very soon. Thank you everyone. This may become permanent in the near future.
Reply from Louise Parker, Home Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you so much for the lovely review of Water Royd House. It will be great to be able to share this review with our colleagues who work there, who take the upmost pride in offering the best care possible.
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Review from Karen T (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic care for my mother 84 yrs old respite staff are all fantastic brilliant care a credit to you all.The meals were 5* and plentiful immaculately kept and an overall excellent service.A weekly hairdresser comes and plenty of activities including singers .I can't recommend you enough well done
Reply from Louise Parker, Home Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you so much for the lovely review of Water Royd House. We are so happy to hear your mother enjoys our meals and activities. We will pass this on to all our team.
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Review from C N (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly and caring staff - mum really was well looked after


Excellent service would definitely recommend for all of they do.


They are second to none service


Beautiful place cannot thank them enough.

Reply from Louise Parker, Deputy Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you for your lovely review, we will pass your kind words on to all of our team!
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Review from Marion M (Wife of Resident) published on 6 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
For the first time in a long while, I can relax and feel confident that my husband is safe and well cared for. The staff are very friendly and obliging and make the place feel like a home from home. My husband is encouraged to participate in all activities, but never forced to do so. He is not a good
mixer and does need that extra encouragement. The standard of care is very good as is the cleanliness of the home in general. A welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
Reply from Catherine Smith, Home Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you so much for the lovely review of Water Royd House. It will be great to be able to share this review with our colleagues who work there, who take the upmost pride in offering the best care possible.
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Review from Julie S (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff and management are very friendly and welcoming. Staff are very good at keeping us informed. Food is good - variation of meals. Good assortment of varied activities which my family and I often join in with. Rooms are well kept and clean. Mum is well looked after and has her hair done weekly. Sincere
thanks to everyone.
Reply from Amy Herinckx, Commercial Business Partner at Water Royd House Nursing HomeWe appreciate you taking the time to share your positive comments regarding Water Royd House and our team. We are glad your experience reflects the high standards of quality care we hold ourselves to here at Maria Mallaband Care Group.
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Review from J G (Wife of Resident) published on 23 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely excellent in every possible way. The staff were brilliant all of them. So polite, friendly and genuinely caring. My husband felt safe and properly looked after from the moment he went into the home. He started to improve in his health from the moment he went in. I cannot recommend this care
home enough, it really is brilliant.
Reply from Louise Parker, Home Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeWe appreciate you taking the time to share your positive comments regarding Water Royd House and our team. We are glad your experience reflects the high standards of quality care we hold ourselves to here at Maria Mallaband Care Group. We wish you both all the best, and we all feel so blessed to be a part of the loving story of your journey together.
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Review from V W (Wife of Resident) published on 14 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Water Royd House Nursing Home to anyone looking for a home which provides superb care for their relative, a home which has a permanent staff who are so personable and who work so effectively to ensure that each resident is cared for very well. My husband has been a resident
for over three years and I am satisfied that he is well looked after, kept clean and comfortable, provided with suitable entertainment and is as happy as he can be, given that he is now in the latter part of his life. This is a home which is well managed, which is full of caring people who do a superb caring job.
Reply from Louise Parker, Deputy Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeWe appreciate you taking the time to share your positive comments regarding Water Royd House and our team. We are glad your experience reflects the high standards of quality care we hold ourselves to here at Maria Mallaband Care Group.
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Review from T C (Husband of Resident) published on 14 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Carers and management very good; good with residents, polite, helpful and friendly.
Reply from Louise Parker, Deputy Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you for the kind review, we will be sure to share this with the rest of our team as it is much appreciated.
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Review from M H (Wife of Resident) published on 11 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All members of staff from management to the housekeeping and maintenance spend time with all residents, speaking to them with respect and friendship.
Reply from Catherine Smith, Home Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeWe appreciate you taking the time to share your positive comments regarding Water Royd House and our team. We are glad your experience reflects the high standards of quality care we hold ourselves to here at Maria Mallaband Care Group.
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Review from Judith W (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been in Water Royd since June 2024, the care Mum has received from all the staff has been outstanding. Mum has been cared for with kindness, dignity and respect.


Moving Mum into permanent care was heartbreaking for all the family, Mum has advanced dementia, she became agitated, frightened

and very distressed most of the time, now she has constant reassurance and expert care which means Mum is content and importantly, feels safe.


Mum is always lovely and clean, and dressed in matching clothes, clearly Mum's dignity is important to the staff. All the staff are friendly and approachable, they always have time to listen to any concerns, and answer any questions with kindness and care. The laundry and cleaning staff do a great job, and the food is excellent. All the staff talk to Mum with kindness and respect.


Water Royd is like a family home, the care is outstanding, we can't say thank you enough for caring for Mum with such care, kindness and compassion.

Reply from Catherine Smith, Home Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeWe appreciate you taking the time to share your positive comments regarding Water Royd House and our team. We are glad your experience reflects the high standards of quality care we hold ourselves to, here at Water Royd.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.635)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.635) out of 10 for Water Royd House Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 26 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 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 4.635 for Water Royd House Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (214 Excellents x 5) + (79 Goods x 4) + (17 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 310 Ratings = 4.635
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Water Royd House Nursing Home is based on 26 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    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 62 registered maximum number of service users is 12.4, which has been reached with 26 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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: 15 Sep 2025

Overall Good

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  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Catherine Smith

Job Title: Care Manager

My name is Catherine Smith and I am the Registered Manager of Water Royd House Nursing Home in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.


Water Royd House is a purpose-built 62-bedded care home that caters for residential, nursing and residential dementia. I have worked for Maria Mallaband Care Group for eight years, starting out as a part-time Registered Nurse and have slowly worked up the ranks to become the Manager, a post which I have held for the past two years. I have 19 years experience as a Registered Nurse, working within the private sector. I have recently completed my level 4 in leadership and management and hope to further my academic career.

Frequently Asked Questions about Water Royd House Nursing Home

What types of Care is Water Royd House Nursing Home registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Water Royd House Nursing Home have?

There are 62 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Water Royd House Nursing Home?

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

How far is Water Royd House Nursing Home to the centre of Barnsley?

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

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