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The Mews Care Home

Southburn Terrace, New Herrington, Houghton le Spring, Tyne & Wear DH4 7AW
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staff are always lovely and I feel genuinely safe in the knowledge they care about my grandadAlex G(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)
The Mews Care Home, Houghton le Spring
The Mews has been amazing for my mam. The staff are all wonderful, friendly, and so caringMark T(Son of Resident/Service User)
The Mews Care Home, Houghton le Spring
Would not like to be anywhere else. My experience has been excellent.Jean M(Resident / Service User)
The Mews Care Home, Houghton le Spring

Situated in a quiet residential area of Houghton-le-Spring, The Mews Care Home provides residential and nursing care in a home from home setting.

The home is equipped with a range of facilities to offer residents an engaging and happy lifestyle. From the bar and lounge area and the on-site hair salon to the regular activities and events arranged by the team, the team strive to create an active and positive... 

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Care Provided by The Mews Care Home

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 47 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,050N/A
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,050N/A
Nursing CareFrom £1,250N/A
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,250N/A

Contact The Mews Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Depending on initial assessment.

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

Person in charge

  • Graham Coulton (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2017

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (47)

Parking

  • Ample parking to the side of the building

The Mews Care Home Reviews (46)

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The Mews Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.564) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Mews Care Home has 46 reviews.

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Review from K D (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 August 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Julie R (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Kevin C (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from J M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Natalie F (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Alfred S (Husband of Resident) published on 22 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Colin C (Son of Resident) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from C M (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from M R (Friend of Resident) published on 15 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from L D (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Review from L R (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 December 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Julie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 December 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Review from S H (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 December 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Lily H (Sister of Resident) published on 2 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from K M (Son of Resident) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Wendy C (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 02 December 2023
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Good
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Awards / Recognitions (26)

  • 13 Mar 2026Recipient: Kara Healthcare
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Meet the Team (1)

Graham Coulton
Graham CoultonJob Title Home ManagerJoined 2025

Frequently Asked Questions about The Mews Care Home

How much does The Mews Care Home cost?

The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,050 for residential care, from £1,050 for residential dementia care, from £1,250 for nursing care and from £1,250 for nursing dementia care. Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).

What types of Care is The Mews Care 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 Mews Care Home have?

There are 47 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Mews Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Mews Care Home to the centre of Houghton le Spring?

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

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