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.
Over all time Water Royd House Nursing Home has 95 reviews.

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Review from Lorraine P (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 July 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was able to have my 1st garden visit since lockdown with Mum. This was arranged to take place in reception, but away from others, due to heavy rainfall.
The visit was extremely well organised and I felt that Mum's safety was paramount.
She looked well and happy. I always have had, and will continue
to have, confidence in the ability of Water Royd House staff to care for my mum in a lovely way.
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Review from S D (Partner of Resident) published on 19 July 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
With this being my first visit, I felt quite apprehensive but on my arrival, I was made very welcome. The visit was as relaxed as it could be considering the coronavirus issue at this present time. Also, I am not able to honestly answer the questions below as I have not been in the building.
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Review from S C (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad stayed at Water Royd to recuperate following an operation. As a family, we are extremely impressed by the care that he received. The staff are all very professional and friendly and treat each resident as an individual. They all soon remembered my dad's name and little things like how he drinks
his tea and coffee. My dad' stay covered the Christmas period. Not only was the home beautifully decorated, but the staff went out of their way to create a festive atmosphere for residents and families.
Reply from Catherine Smith, Home Manager at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you for your kind words about the care we were able to provide for your dad during his stay with us here are Water Royd. Our staff members will be both rewarded and motivated to hear that their high level of care and support were so much appreciated.
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Review from R B (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 29 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My stay at Water Royd was for a period of six weeks to allow me to recuperate following an operation. I am most impressed by the organisation of Water Royd and the calibre of the staff who are extremely friendly and professional in their approach and contribute to the happy atmosphere. Their courtesy
and care for all the residents, in my opinion, is above the call of duty. The activities although good, were not to my taste.
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Review from S P (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care that my dad received in Water Royd could not have been any better. The staff are so attentive and caring, they are amazing, nothing is too much trouble for them. Towards the end of his life he was treated with great respect and dignity at all times. During his care, they always encouraged him
to exercise and join in activities. I would and do recommend this care home to anyone who is looking for somewhere for their loved ones to be cared for. Amazing home from home.
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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Water Royd is a very friendly and welcoming care home. The care my mum receives is excellent. My dad visits mum every day and all the staff always chat with him and ask if he wants anything to eat or drink etc. My mum has been a resident here for three years now and is completely bed bound and her skin
is in excellent condition.
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Review from L D (Wife of Resident) published on 1 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very happy with the care and attention my husband receives which is a priority over other things - however bedding, towels, carpets etc need renewing.
Reply from Paul Brookfield, Regional Director at Water Royd House Nursing HomeThank you for your very kind words regarding the care provided to your husband at Water Royd House. We have an ongoing rolling programme for refreshing/renewing bedding/linen/flooring etc. However, I will pass this on to the home manager and housekeeper to monitor and review.
Kindest regards
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Review from S H (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was a resident at Water Royd from 7/8/17 to 31/5/18. Our family found the home to be a wonderful environment for what was mum's last journey. Mum was treated with kindness and compassion and dignity. Staff very quickly understood what mum's needs were. The manager and staff create a lovely
atmosphere, all very friendly. It does help when you are visiting a relative at the end of their life. We as a family are very grateful that we found Water Royd House for mum.
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Review from Kelvin T (Mother of Resident) published on 25 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is easy - Excellent!
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Review from Andrew C (Son of Resident) published on 5 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has spent the last three years of her life in this beautiful, caring home. Following a slow decline into full-blown Alzheimers several years ago, this home came up top of my list of the dozen or more homes and visited in the area. She was loved and respected by all the staff, who made the final
chapter in her life the best it could have been. Top notch.
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Review from Josephine S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
After viewing other nursing homes, Water Royd was recommended and didn't disappoint. Our family were impressed throughout our mums final months. Exceptional care, compassion, help and support from everyone including kitchen staff. Our views and wishes were met to make our mums last few months a happy
one. Staff even put on a fantastic 80th birthday party for our mum.
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Review from Helen B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad was in Water Royd from March to June 2018 after having a stroke. All staff from cleaners to senior staff were friendly and pleasant. When he was at the end of his life, they were exemplary to me and him. I have only praise for them all.
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Review from Joy P (Niece of Resident) published on 8 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Excellent support from staff members at a time of crisis. Staff went above and beyond their job role to support my uncle, also extending support and reassurance to myself.
Full care needs met always. Staff professional and accommodating at all times. Full credit to all staff for their dedication.
Thank you!
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Review from K C (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An excellent, caring and effective facility, providing high-quality care in a supportive and friendly way. Mum has been here since August 2017. The home is immaculate and great care is taken to be friendly, to listen, and to provide a safe, friendly and thoughtful environment. All are treated with respect,
problems highlighted and potential solutions discussed openly. We have been impressed and very relieved our Mum is so well cared for.
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Review from Jean H (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are caring and understanding. They show love to residents.
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Review from Alex W (Grandson of Resident) published on 23 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Nannan has stayed here. Highly recommend.
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Review from James E (Grandson of Resident) published on 23 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My nana was here and was cared for by staff which I highly recommend.
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Review from J N (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been here 2 years and has received excellent care. Staff caring and understanding. We feel she's in safe hands and feel as though we're leaving her with family. We visit all the time and always welcomed. Thank you to all.
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Review from Diane B (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Whilst my Mum was a resident for 4 short weeks, she was treated with dignity and respect by all members of staff, I cannot recommend this nursing home highly enough. It is the best in the area. Every need of my mum was met to an excellent standard right up to the end. All the staff are a credit to their
profession. We are always welcomed and made to feel special and everyone knew what they are doing and knew how my mum was doing, again can't thank you enough for what you did for my Mum and for us as a family.
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Review from G W (Son of Resident) published on 3 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother will have been at Water Royd for nine years next month. She was originally in the residential area but with the onset of dementia in the past couple of years has now moved into the dementia wing. She is well looked after and fully appreciates the comforts of the home. The standards of care
and treatment in these nine years has always been excellent - as indicated below in my ratings.
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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

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

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.

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