
beautiful place, the staff are all so welcoming, the residents are well cared foR T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



beautiful place, the staff are all so welcoming, the residents are well cared foR T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Melbury Court care home, situated in the historic town of Durham, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential, residential and nursing care.
The lovely home offers many facilities for residents to enjoy such as on-site hair salon, landscaped gardens and patio access on each floor. The enhanced wellbeing programme allows residents to pursue hobbies and interests whilst learning new skills.
From care assistants and nurses, to wellbeing...
Melbury Court care home, situated in the historic town of Durham, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential, residential and nursing care.
The lovely home offers many facilities for residents to enjoy such as on-site hair salon, landscaped gardens and patio access on each floor. The enhanced wellbeing programme allows residents to pursue hobbies and interests whilst learning new skills.
From care assistants and nurses, to wellbeing coordinators and chefs, each and every member of the professional care team is there to assist you or your loved one in settling into the home. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the care sector, the home manager leads the team to ensure residents are supported to lead their best lives at Melbury Court.
The dedicated and professional care team at Melbury Court likes to learn about each resident’s hobbies and interests to design a comprehensive activity programme, supporting those living in the home to enjoy the things they love most. From building relationships with neighbours in local community groups and schools, to arranging sightseeing trips in the local area, at Melbury Court, residents are always encouraged to take an active role in the Durham community.
Care Provided by Melbury Court Care 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
- For a maximum of 88 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Melbury Court Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Melbury Court 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.
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- HC-One
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Nicola Durham (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (88)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
Melbury Court Care Home Reviews (147)
Melbury Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.694) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Melbury Court Care Home has 147 reviews.
i found all the staff very friendly and helpfull. there care was really good and made sure he was always comfortable. Not only was the care team good, the reception you received when entering the home was also very good, the lady in the office who looked after the finance was also helpful, the...
i found all the staff very friendly and helpfull. there care was really good and made sure he was always comfortable. Not only was the care team good, the reception you received when entering the home was also very good, the lady in the office who looked after the finance was also helpful, the parking was a mare most of the time
Thank you so much for the kind words i will pass this onto our team
Our mother has received outstanding care and attention throughout her stay of several months. This is a beautiful home, with staff who are truly dedicated to the care of their residents and helpfulness to relatives. I wholeheartedly recommend Melbury Court Care Home to anyone, with gratitude.
Our mother has received outstanding care and attention throughout her stay of several months. This is a beautiful home, with staff who are truly dedicated to the care of their residents and helpfulness to relatives. I wholeheartedly recommend Melbury Court Care Home to anyone, with gratitude.
Thank you so much for the lovely comments i will pass this onto all the staff
The staff are very caring and professional. All staff management, office, etc, domestic all staff have been very nice to my father in law. Home very clean + tidy. Had days out with activities; loved them. Food been good and good variety / choice. The staff have been good support for me also,...
24 hour access for visiting. The family would like to say thank you for the care given by all staff.
Thank you so much for your kind words i will pass this on to our Staff
Staff are professional, friendly + caring. Nothing is every a problem. Would recommend Melbury. The parking is a total nightmare. Insufficient spaces with only 2 disabled bays! There is a large grassed area which could be repurposed for parking. This issue is a constant headache for staff and...
Staff are professional, friendly + caring. Nothing is every a problem. Would recommend Melbury. The parking is a total nightmare. Insufficient spaces with only 2 disabled bays! There is a large grassed area which could be repurposed for parking. This issue is a constant headache for staff and visitors alike.
I have been in Melbury Court since the beginning of July. My ankle was broken in three places and my foot cannot be put down. I feel very fortunate to be convalescing in such pleasant surroundings with such caring staff.
I have been in Melbury Court since the beginning of July. My ankle was broken in three places and my foot cannot be put down. I feel very fortunate to be convalescing in such pleasant surroundings with such caring staff.
I feel my sister is in a safe environment and facilities are good. I do find the home to be very warm and often find her uncomfortable. In my opinion the people would benefit from a higher staff ratio
I feel my sister is in a safe environment and facilities are good. I do find the home to be very warm and often find her uncomfortable. In my opinion the people would benefit from a higher staff ratio
The food is excellent and the ladies who do the entertainment and activities are amazing.
I am so pleased we chose this care home
The food is excellent and the ladies who do the entertainment and activities are amazing.
I am so pleased we chose this care home
Melbury Court is very pleasant and All the staff Is very helpfull and they are really careing to my dad Alan. They help all his needs. Melbury meats all his needs, and is very clean all over the building.
Melbury Court is very pleasant and All the staff Is very helpfull and they are really careing to my dad Alan. They help all his needs. Melbury meats all his needs, and is very clean all over the building.
The place is clean and smart and I believe it is most...
The place is clean and smart and I believe it is most unlikely that I'd ever find a care home better suited to my wife's needs.
It's a pleasure to walk through the door. Bright, cheerful, and staff are so pleasant, and nothing is a bother to them. They go above and beyond not just for the residents but also for the visitors.
It's a pleasure to walk through the door. Bright, cheerful, and staff are so pleasant, and nothing is a bother to them. They go above and beyond not just for the residents but also for the visitors.
Very happy with the care that dad is receiving.
Very happy with the care that dad is receiving.
Melbury Court is well run - rooms are clean and tidy. Staff very helpful and friendly. My father is very content here, which is great to see.
Melbury Court is well run - rooms are clean and tidy. Staff very helpful and friendly. My father is very content here, which is great to see.
Care home is welcoming, clean and homely. Staff are lovely, caring and empathetic. Residents are treated with respect and patience and are kept safe and looked after.
Care home is welcoming, clean and homely. Staff are lovely, caring and empathetic. Residents are treated with respect and patience and are kept safe and looked after.
My Mam was admitted to Melbury Court when she needed nursing care and it was impossible for us as her family to tend to all her care needs at home. It was the last thing she wanted or we wanted for her. We spent weeks searching for the right place, and we found it at Melbury. From the minute we...
My Mam was admitted to Melbury Court when she needed nursing care and it was impossible for us as her family to tend to all her care needs at home. It was the last thing she wanted or we wanted for her. We spent weeks searching for the right place, and we found it at Melbury. From the minute we entered the premises we were so impressed by the facilities and the warmth we felt instantly. During her months as a resident her care was exceptional and the staff worked hard to support her and us during a difficult time. From the skilled and dedicated nurses, to the obliging handyman, to the catering staff who visited every day and created bespoke menus, to the cleaner who made time to chat, to the management who ensured her care, to the tireless supportive care assistants. Every single member of staff treated her and us with dignity, respect and humanity. I can't recommend Melbury enough if you're looking for a place for your loved one. Thank you to all at Melbury.
Both my parents are residents at Melbury Court Care Home. The home is well run and the residents are well cared for. Staff at the home are caring, friendly and helpful. Regular activities are arranged for the residents should they wish to participate. Overall my assessment of the home is that it is...
Both my parents are residents at Melbury Court Care Home. The home is well run and the residents are well cared for. Staff at the home are caring, friendly and helpful. Regular activities are arranged for the residents should they wish to participate. Overall my assessment of the home is that it is well run and the residents are well cared for.
Friendly, professional staff have given lots of support while transitioning to care home life. Much better than lots of other places we visited before making our decision.
Friendly, professional staff have given lots of support while transitioning to care home life. Much better than lots of other places we visited before making our decision.
This care home seems very friendly and pleasant. The staff are kind and helpful. I'm afraid I don't visit all that frequently but these are the impressions I get when I do visit!
This care home seems very friendly and pleasant. The staff are kind and helpful. I'm afraid I don't visit all that frequently but these are the impressions I get when I do visit!
The staff made my mother very comfortable and relaxed. Absolutely fantastic place and staff brilliant. I feel really at ease with my mother being at Melbury Court. She is getting 1st class attention and very pleasant staff cant do enough for you. It is her first time in respite and cant fault...
The staff made my mother very comfortable and relaxed. Absolutely fantastic place and staff brilliant. I feel really at ease with my mother being at Melbury Court. She is getting 1st class attention and very pleasant staff cant do enough for you. It is her first time in respite and cant fault anything if I need respite again I would fee at ease and would not worry about my mother. Spot on.
My mother required a palliative care bed. Visited the home and was immediately put at ease by the professional approach, advice and information given. Assessment of care needs made promptly, and a smooth transfer to home. The carer has been very good, all staff are friendly and approachable,...
My mother required a palliative care bed. Visited the home and was immediately put at ease by the professional approach, advice and information given. Assessment of care needs made promptly, and a smooth transfer to home. The carer has been very good, all staff are friendly and approachable, respectful and kind. From all staff, ancillary staff, handyman, laundry, carers, nurses and senior management, we cannot thank them enough for their support for us all at an emotional time. This is a well-maintained home, the rooms are good, and very clean. Hardworking staff and polite care teams. My mother was treated with kindness and care, dignity was maintained, and her voice was heard. Thank you.
The care is very good, meals look very nice very happy with the care, excellent staff and management.
The care is very good, meals look very nice very happy with the care, excellent staff and management.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 April 2020Good
- 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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News (10) & Events (0)
- 04 Mar 2026
Melbury Court Care Home, located on Old Dryburn Way in County Durham, is opening its doors to the local community for its new weekly coffee morning. Every Wednesday from 10.30am...
- 19 Feb 2026
Residents at Melbury Court Care Home in County Durham were recently treated to a colourful and uplifting cultural celebration, thanks to a special visit from performers from Durham Chinese School...
- 18 Feb 2026
Residents at Melbury Court Care Home in County Durham enjoyed a heartwarming Valentine’s Day celebration on 14 February 2026, complete with a delightful afternoon tea and lively entertainment. The lounge...
There are no upcoming events for Melbury Court Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (13)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: HC-One
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Melbury Court Care Home
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Melbury Court Care Home
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Melbury Court Care Home.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melbury Court Care Home
How much does Melbury Court Care Home cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,286 for residential care (respite from £1,286), from £1,311 for residential dementia care (respite from £1,311) and from £1,329 for nursing care (respite from £1,329). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
What types of Care is Melbury Court Care 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 Melbury Court Care Home have?
There are 88 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Melbury Court Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Melbury Court Care Home to the centre of Durham?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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