
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.
Plenty of activities, trips out and external visitors. Looking around all residents are clean and comfortable. No signs of stress. The staff are lovely, work extremely hard to create a positive outlook. Meals are interesting and well presented. The home is very comfortable and clean. The residents...
Plenty of activities, trips out and external visitors. Looking around all residents are clean and comfortable. No signs of stress. The staff are lovely, work extremely hard to create a positive outlook. Meals are interesting and well presented. The home is very comfortable and clean. The residents are well cared for.
Very pleased with the way the home is run. Carers are good and very helpful. Everything tidy and clean.
Very pleased with the way the home is run. Carers are good and very helpful. Everything tidy and clean.
The surroundings are really pleasant; it's a nice place to visit. Dining rooms are clean and airy. Bedrooms spacious and you can make them 'home from home' with your own furnishings etc. However, what stands out for me is the staff. All the girls are caring and highly professional. They seem to...
The surroundings are really pleasant; it's a nice place to visit. Dining rooms are clean and airy. Bedrooms spacious and you can make them 'home from home' with your own furnishings etc. However, what stands out for me is the staff. All the girls are caring and highly professional. They seem to genuinely care about doing the best for the residents, keeping them safe and comforted. That means the world to me. It is hard to come to terms with a loved one needing care, but I would wholeheartedly recommend Melbury Court.
My mother entered Melbury Court in October 2016. She was extremely unwell and if it were not for the care she received at this home, she would not be here today. The staff are kind, caring and the home has a lovely atmosphere.
My mother entered Melbury Court in October 2016. She was extremely unwell and if it were not for the care she received at this home, she would not be here today. The staff are kind, caring and the home has a lovely atmosphere.
Excellent staff. All very caring. Home always spotless and never any nasty odours.
Excellent staff. All very caring. Home always spotless and never any nasty odours.
My mother was only at Melbury Court for a short time and she died after just over two weeks, but, she had settled happily and clearly enjoyed it. We are grateful for the kind care she received.
My mother was only at Melbury Court for a short time and she died after just over two weeks, but, she had settled happily and clearly enjoyed it. We are grateful for the kind care she received.
My mother has been a resident at Melbury for over 2 years. The care she has just keeps on getting better. When she first went in to care it was near her home and it was a disaster, this caused me a lot of stress. Melbury was recommended to me by a friend and also my podiatrist, it is closer to my...
My mother has been a resident at Melbury for over 2 years. The care she has just keeps on getting better. When she first went in to care it was near her home and it was a disaster, this caused me a lot of stress. Melbury was recommended to me by a friend and also my podiatrist, it is closer to my home which makes visiting much easier. My mother is very frail now but we still have quality time together thanks to everyone at Melbury. I had a lovely visit today seeing my mother so warm and comfortable in immaculate surroundings together with a lovely lunch prompted me to make this review. If you are like me require nothing but the best for your loved one then your answer lies at Melbury. I feel welcomed the staff are all so friendly and the care is marvellous but most of all I know that when I am not there she is loved and given the very best of care.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 April 2020Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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
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