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Middleton Hall Retirement Village is an award-winning, purpose-built retirement community set in a beautiful 45-acre estate that offers a range of residential care services and supported apartments. Independent retirement living apartments and bungalows are also available to purchase on site.
The care services offered include:
Middleton Grove - supported apartments in the historic heart of Middleton Hall offering spacious and comfortable rental accommodation. Care support, housekeeping and dining services are included to...
Middleton Hall Retirement Village is an award-winning, purpose-built retirement community set in a beautiful 45-acre estate that offers a range of residential care services and supported apartments. Independent retirement living apartments and bungalows are also available to purchase on site.
The care services offered include:
Middleton Grove - supported apartments in the historic heart of Middleton Hall offering spacious and comfortable rental accommodation. Care support, housekeeping and dining services are included to enable residents to enjoy an independent lifestyle.
Middleton Court - a higher dependency care service designed for people living with, for example, a progressive neurological condition such as Parkinson’s disease, those recovering from a stroke and people requiring a higher level of physical care, such as a needing a hoist to help with mobility difficulties.
Middleton Gardens - residential care in bright and spacious ensuite rooms with communal dining and sitting areas, supported by friendly and professional care teams.
Middleton Oaks – three households providing innovative small group living facilities for up to 8 people living with dementia or memory difficulties. A lifestyle where residents can participate in different events and use all the facilities available on site is promoted.
All residents are supported to stay active and independent and daily activities and regular trips are organised. Residents, their families and friends can enjoy the village’s extensive community amenities including the Orangery bistro, restaurant, library, art studio and the 45-acre estate, with sports pavilion, bowls, boules and pitch and putt, woodland walks and community allotments.
The onsite Health and Wellbeing Centre team also assist residents to use the gym and fitness studio, swimming pool, jacuzzi and therapy rooms and undertake one-to-one sessions.
Care Provided by Middleton Hall Retirement Village
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 90 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Middleton Hall Retirement Village to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Care fees are based on Middleton Hall's individual assessment of care needs, which determines the most suitable type of care service best placed to meet the person's needs. The fee rates vary depending on the type of care required and the type of care service within Middleton Hall. For more information about fees and charges and what is included within the fee rates, please contact Middleton Hall for further details.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Middleton Hall Retirement Village for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Owner
- Middleton Hall Retirement Village
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Debby McGinnes (Head of Care & Quality)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2017
Room Information
- Single Rooms (82)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
Visiting
- Open visiting policy and visitors welcome at any time.
Parking
- Parking is freely available in car parks near Reception.
Middleton Hall Retirement Village Reviews (84)
Middleton Hall Retirement Village has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.782) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Middleton Hall Retirement Village has 84 reviews.
The care my mum received in her last few months at Middleton Hall was second to none. The home is immaculately clean. The decor up beat, modern and comfortable. The care staff are of the highest professional standard and just as importantly they were all so caring and compassionate with my mum...
The care my mum received in her last few months at Middleton Hall was second to none. The home is immaculately clean. The decor up beat, modern and comfortable. The care staff are of the highest professional standard and just as importantly they were all so caring and compassionate with my mum until the end. My mum was so happy and content there and knowing she was safe and loved and well cared for was everything to me. The care staff responded calmly and so quickly when she was at end of life. They ensured that she was kept comfortable throughout and had dignity at her most vulnerable time. They were also incredibly supportive to the family and helped us through a very difficult journey of saying goodbye to our lovely mum
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your kind words on the service provided. I will pass on your positive comments to the Care Team which will mean a lot to them, and to the Housekeeping Team. Although your Mum was only with us for a short period of time, it is pleasing...
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your kind words on the service provided. I will pass on your positive comments to the Care Team which will mean a lot to them, and to the Housekeeping Team. Although your Mum was only with us for a short period of time, it is pleasing to know that your Mum was happy and comfortable during this time, and also that you felt supported as a family by the team.
Middleton Hall all staff work together. Like cogs on a clock or wheel. Everyone is treated with dignity. It is tranquility in abundance, and care. It is like a haven of peace, tranquility in abundance. I have had a wonderful staff and look forward to my next stay, as a visitor or to stay.
Middleton Hall all staff work together. Like cogs on a clock or wheel. Everyone is treated with dignity. It is tranquility in abundance, and care. It is like a haven of peace, tranquility in abundance. I have had a wonderful staff and look forward to my next stay, as a visitor or to stay.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your kind and thoughtful comments, particularly about the staff team. We would look forward to welcoming you back for another stay at Middleton Hall at any time.
I think a welcome pack would be helpful with the number of reception, gym & hairdresser & podiatrist. Also to have a list of activities left in the room. We were told there would be name tabs to stick on articles for washing. These haven't materialised. The carers are AMAZING, nothing is too much...
Plenty of activities to chose from, impressive. Thank you
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and we appreciate your comments, which we will take on board and implement where possible. We do have our activities displayed but accept that for some residents, a copy of these in their room, would be beneficial. I will pass on your kind words...
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and we appreciate your comments, which we will take on board and implement where possible. We do have our activities displayed but accept that for some residents, a copy of these in their room, would be beneficial. I will pass on your kind words to the Care and Health and Wellbeing teams, and am pleased that your parents enjoyed their short stay at Middleton Hall
was so helpful as there was so much to continuously communicate....
was so helpful as there was so much to continuously communicate. Similarly the Reception Staff dealt with all issues so courteously and the Accounts Dept were clear and efficient handling queries etc. This all helped my parents have the restful stay they needed, and importantly helped us to cope with everything and concentrate on them.
So turning to their care, the accommodation is spotless and the facilities, gardens etc adding much more to the enjoyment of the place. Involvement depends on what residents can manage and so inevitably there are quiet days ahead. This is where the empathy and professionalism of the Carers was delivered with knowledge of our parents needs and situations. It's taken a while to post this but with genuine reflection and thanks.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review, which we welcome. Although your parents were with us for a short period of time, we are pleased that you found the care and communication between the relevant teams most effective. It can be difficult when parents have differing levels of care...
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review, which we welcome. Although your parents were with us for a short period of time, we are pleased that you found the care and communication between the relevant teams most effective. It can be difficult when parents have differing levels of care needs, and it is something that we are well positioned to provide within the different types of care services available at Middleton Hall. Your review demonstrates the positive, whole team approach at Middleton Hall, where everyone has a part to play in the overall experience.
Four years ago my brother in law on his death bed told me that my sister had dementia and would need caring for. The problem was that I lived in the North East and they lived in the North West and as I lived in a one bedroom bungalow there was no way that she could live with my wife and I so a care...
Four years ago my brother in law on his death bed told me that my sister had dementia and would need caring for. The problem was that I lived in the North East and they lived in the North West and as I lived in a one bedroom bungalow there was no way that she could live with my wife and I so a care home was the only solution. We looked at a number of homes around where she lived but none looked suitable enough so we looked at homes in the North East witch would suite us more as could visit her more often. After looking at a dozen or more we finally settled on Middleton Hall Retirement Village as they had a unit specifically for people suffering with dementia. The care and support my sister received was second to none, The carers and all the staff were friendly and treated my sister as if she was a member of their own family. wherever we went they knew my sister and I cannot thank the staff and everyone who works there enough.
Thank you for taking the time to post a very touching review about your sister and the positive experiences that you had about Middleton Hall. We know that Middleton Oaks provides a great setting for residents living with dementia and because of the smaller number of residents in each separate...
Thank you for taking the time to post a very touching review about your sister and the positive experiences that you had about Middleton Hall. We know that Middleton Oaks provides a great setting for residents living with dementia and because of the smaller number of residents in each separate "house", the teams build strong working relationships with each resident and their family/friends. We are pleased that Middleton Hall was able to provide the specialist care your sister required. I will share your feedback with the teams involved as well as the senior management team.
Mum was wonderfully cared for, couldn't have asked for anymore. She was very happy in her three and a half years she spent here. It gave her the independence she would have wanted. She was surrounded by what she has always known,; the beautiful countryside and made her final years very special....
Mum was wonderfully cared for, couldn't have asked for anymore. She was very happy in her three and a half years she spent here. It gave her the independence she would have wanted. She was surrounded by what she has always known,; the beautiful countryside and made her final years very special. Thank you to all staff and management at the Oaks.
Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your kind words. Everyone will have fond memories of your mum and her musical skills, which brought a smile to all. We are pleased that we were able to provide the care and support your mum required during her time at Middleton Oaks and I will share your positive comments with the care and management teams across Middleton Hall.
The care my stepmother received was excellent. The staff are kind and caring, treating their residents as individuals. We were kept informed of any changes etc., especially towards the end. The staff are always pleasant and friendly. The establishment is well run. In each section my stepmother...
The care my stepmother received was excellent. The staff are kind and caring, treating their residents as individuals. We were kept informed of any changes etc., especially towards the end. The staff are always pleasant and friendly. The establishment is well run. In each section my stepmother lived in the care was the best there is.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for the kind and positive comments about Middleton Hall and the staff teams. I know that your stepmother was with us for a number of years and that when her care needs changed, she transferred into the most appropriate care service, with...
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for the kind and positive comments about Middleton Hall and the staff teams. I know that your stepmother was with us for a number of years and that when her care needs changed, she transferred into the most appropriate care service, with many staff getting to know her well. I will share your feedback with the teams involved and also with the Senior Management Team.
Middleton Hall is a fantasic place. The place is immaculate. The staff cannot do enough for you. Friendly, professional and caring. I was there for 2 weeks for respite care, made some new friends and loved the staff.
Middleton Hall is a fantasic place. The place is immaculate. The staff cannot do enough for you. Friendly, professional and caring. I was there for 2 weeks for respite care, made some new friends and loved the staff.
We appreciate your time in completing this review. Although only for a short stay break, we are glad that this was an enjoyable experience. Thank you for your positive comments about the environment and the staff team, which I will share with the different departments and senior management team.
All the Middleton Hall Retirement Village staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating to both my mother and myself as we dealt with such a large change to her lifestyle.
It was inevitably an...
All the Middleton Hall Retirement Village staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating to both my mother and myself as we dealt with such a large change to her lifestyle.
It was inevitably an emotional time for her and the staff showed great empathy for her situation. They were also very good at offering me advice and guidance throughout.
The Middleton Hall facilities are very comprehensive, well-presented and of the highest quality.
I would recommend Middleton Hall very highly indeed.
Thank you for your feedback and although your mother was only with us for a short period of time, we are pleased that this was a positive experience, and that you also received good advice and support from the team at the time. I will share your feedback with the Senior Management Team as well as the care team and would take this opportunity to wish your mother the very best in her new home.
Members of staff are very caring and me sure that residents are informed of activities and facilities.
Members of staff are very caring and me sure that residents are informed of activities and facilities.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. All feedback is important and especially from current residents, as we continually want to make improvements and develop services across Middleton Hall. I will share your comments with the care and health and wellbeing teams, as well as the Senior Management Team.
Middleton Court is a very special place. I am so very grateful that Mum spent her last few weeks receiving fabulous care and attention from such a wonderful team.
Middleton Court is a very special place. I am so very grateful that Mum spent her last few weeks receiving fabulous care and attention from such a wonderful team.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your kind words. I know that your mum was only with us for a short period of time, but am pleased that you found the care to be of high standard. I will share your comments with the team in Middleton Court and with the senior management team.
I just needed a period of rest with everything taken care of following a period of acute care in the hospital. Middleton Hall provided exactly what I needed, privacy, peace and quiet, lovely surroundings, and very professional and caring staff. And delicious food which tempted even my jaded...
I just needed a period of rest with everything taken care of following a period of acute care in the hospital. Middleton Hall provided exactly what I needed, privacy, peace and quiet, lovely surroundings, and very professional and caring staff. And delicious food which tempted even my jaded appetite. Two weeks here and I feel able to take on the world again.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your kind and complimentary comments on your short stay at Middleton Hall. We are glad that you had a positive experience and that this helped on your journey to making a full recovery from your recent hospital stay. I will pass on your comments to the care team and share them with the senior management team.
Middleton Hall is the pinnacle of professionalism and care. We moved our dad in towards the end of his life when his Alzheimer's became too much for us to be able to give him the care he needed and deserved. The staff at Middleton Hall were incredible. They were so patient and kind with him and...
Middleton Hall is the pinnacle of professionalism and care. We moved our dad in towards the end of his life when his Alzheimer's became too much for us to be able to give him the care he needed and deserved. The staff at Middleton Hall were incredible. They were so patient and kind with him and with us. We wish he could have enjoyed it longer as there were so many activities for him to enjoy and his room was beautiful with stunning views. Sadly, it was not to be, but we are greatly comforted knowing that he was cared for so well right to the end.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your very kind words about Middleton Hall, and especially about the teams involved in the care of your dad. Although with us only a short period, it is good to hear that the care your dad received, provided some comfort and reassurance...
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your very kind words about Middleton Hall, and especially about the teams involved in the care of your dad. Although with us only a short period, it is good to hear that the care your dad received, provided some comfort and reassurance for the family at a difficult time. I will share your comments with the team and with the senior management team.
I would like to thank the staff at Middleton Hall Retirement Village for their excellent care and support shown towards my mum, during her recent week's stay. The staff were both professional and friendly - getting to know my mum very quickly, helping her to be independent and assisting her when...
I would like to thank the staff at Middleton Hall Retirement Village for their excellent care and support shown towards my mum, during her recent week's stay. The staff were both professional and friendly - getting to know my mum very quickly, helping her to be independent and assisting her when she needed help. During her stay, she enjoyed many of the activities on offer - a day trip, the knit and natter group, and especially the assisted swimming (which she loved!). The opportunity to mic and chat with new friends ensured she enjoyed her stay enormously and knowing she was safe and happy gave me great peace of mind. Another visit is already being planned.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your very kind and positive words about the care team and living well team at Middleton Hall. It was great that your mum was able to participate in the different activities on offer, and that she particularly enjoyed her swimming...
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your very kind and positive words about the care team and living well team at Middleton Hall. It was great that your mum was able to participate in the different activities on offer, and that she particularly enjoyed her swimming sessions. I will share your feedback with the senior management team and with the other teams involved. We look forward to welcoming your mum again for her next stay at Middleton Hall.
Like a hotel, very comfortable, friendly and wonderful outside spaces to explore and enjoy.
Like a hotel, very comfortable, friendly and wonderful outside spaces to explore and enjoy.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and providing us with valuable feedback. We are pleased that during your stay in Middleton Gardens, you found the overall experience a positive one. I will share your feedback with the teams at Middleton Gardens and Middleton Hall, and we wish you well on your return home, after your short stay with us.
My brother was a resident for over three and a half years and his care was exceptional. Professional caring staff made what could have been a difficult time a great deal easier for him and our entire family. The facilities are superb food excellent and events and entertainment outstanding. Should I...
My brother was a resident for over three and a half years and his care was exceptional. Professional caring staff made what could have been a difficult time a great deal easier for him and our entire family. The facilities are superb food excellent and events and entertainment outstanding. Should I or my husband need supervised care home care we hope we will be able to use Middleton Hall.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for the very kind words about Middleton Hall. We are pleased that you found the care your brother received from the team in Middleton Court of a high standard, and we know that your brother really enjoyed participating in the various social...
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for the very kind words about Middleton Hall. We are pleased that you found the care your brother received from the team in Middleton Court of a high standard, and we know that your brother really enjoyed participating in the various social activities and events that are organised by our support teams. I will share your positive comments with the teams involved and with the senior management team.
My father was a resident in Middleton Oaks from November 2022 until very recently. The unique environment based on a family living model, of this amazing residence, meant that my father absolutely thrived during his time here. We had wonderful walks around the extensive grounds, he was able to...
My father was a resident in Middleton Oaks from November 2022 until very recently. The unique environment based on a family living model, of this amazing residence, meant that my father absolutely thrived during his time here. We had wonderful walks around the extensive grounds, he was able to continue his hobby of swimming due to the spa facilities available and he took part in day trips out with the other residents, which he really enjoyed. His quality of life was enhanced by the enormous amount of care, attention and friendship from the excellent, well-trained staff and managers; he truly felt welcomed as a part of the Oaks family group. As an Alzheimer's sufferer, the small number of residents in his house was extremely beneficial; he was able to form good friendships with the residents and the fact that the same staff were based in each house meant that they became familiar to him, despite his Alzheimers. I cannot recommend Middleton Oaks, part of Middleton Hall, highly enough.
Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your kind and very positive words about the care your dad received and also of the team at Middleton Oaks. We believe that the smaller style setting has real benefits for those living with different forms of dementia, and it is always good...
Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your kind and very positive words about the care your dad received and also of the team at Middleton Oaks. We believe that the smaller style setting has real benefits for those living with different forms of dementia, and it is always good to have this recognised and acknowledged by family members. I will pass on your comments to the care teams and share them with the senior management team.
The fact that Middleton Hall Retirement Village is employee-owned, makes it unique and is reflected in the way the care home is run and the quality of care given to residents. I have never doubted that my mum is in good hands, and I know that, despite it being a challenge sometimes, she is treated...
The fact that Middleton Hall Retirement Village is employee-owned, makes it unique and is reflected in the way the care home is run and the quality of care given to residents. I have never doubted that my mum is in good hands, and I know that, despite it being a challenge sometimes, she is treated with care and respect.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for the positive comments about Middleton Hall, and the care that your mum receives from the team in Middleton Gardens. I will share your feedback with the teams involved and also with the Senior Management Team.
I could not rate Middleton Oaks more highly. Words such as outstanding, impeccable, professional and superb barely do justice to this facility, truly a ‘home’, that cared for my husband, and by extension his family, at a time of his greatest need. Combining professional knowledge with human warmth,...
I could not rate Middleton Oaks more highly. Words such as outstanding, impeccable, professional and superb barely do justice to this facility, truly a ‘home’, that cared for my husband, and by extension his family, at a time of his greatest need. Combining professional knowledge with human warmth, the carers were empathetic, proactive and knowledgeable. Anticipating my husband’s every need, they provided exemplary care based on a deep understanding of both his health and personal needs. When such a level of professionalism is situated in a beautiful building, surrounded by peaceful and extensive grounds, with facilities that would do justice to a first-class hotel, the combination is truly remarkable. I recommend Middleton Hall wholeheartedly and without reservation. Thank you!
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and sharing such warm and personal comments about the team who cared for your husband at Middleton Oaks. I know it is a big decision when a family member requires 24-hour residential care and I am pleased that you found the teams involved,...
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and sharing such warm and personal comments about the team who cared for your husband at Middleton Oaks. I know it is a big decision when a family member requires 24-hour residential care and I am pleased that you found the teams involved, knowledgeable, professional and most of all, very caring in providing individualised care for your husband. We are all proud of the environment and facilities we have at Middleton Hall, and it is very kind of you to recognise these as well as the care provided. I will pass on your comments to the different teams, as well as share them with the senior management team.
My father was in care for the final 11 months of his life. There are no words to express my gratitude to everyone at Middleton Hall. Every single thing was outstanding. If there were 100 stars on the review I would give it 100 stars. I will not be able to say thank you enough times to every member...
My father was in care for the final 11 months of his life. There are no words to express my gratitude to everyone at Middleton Hall. Every single thing was outstanding. If there were 100 stars on the review I would give it 100 stars. I will not be able to say thank you enough times to every member of staff who treated my father with kindness and dignity. The management was so professional. The room and the facilities were first-class. The food was outstanding. But I’ll keep coming back to the staff and tell anyone who is reading this that the staff are the most amazing people. I visited regularly and each time I left I knew that my father was safe. Choosing Middleton Hall was the best decision we made. We had looked at a number of homes but the beauty of Middleton Hall made it our number one choice. It has wonderful walks around the grounds. There are regular activities for every person there. The gym and the people who worked with my dad were fantastic. Thank you Middleton Hall.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your very kind words about the team at Middleton Oaks and the others involved with your father's care at Middleton Hall. I am pleased that you found the facilities at Middleton Hall of a high standard and that the care delivered from all...
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your very kind words about the team at Middleton Oaks and the others involved with your father's care at Middleton Hall. I am pleased that you found the facilities at Middleton Hall of a high standard and that the care delivered from all departments reflects the quality that we aim to achieve for all residents. I will pass on your comments to the different teams, as well as share them with the senior management team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 10 March 2021Good
- 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
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 12 October 2026Please contact us for further information about our policy for admissions and viewings at the current time.
News (48) & Events (6)
- 17 Sep 2026
The popular Middleton Hall Village Show returned with a fantastic turnout, welcoming residents, families and members of the wider community for a day packed with entertainment, activities and fun. The...
- 14 Sep 2026
Ballroom dancing, a Grand Luncheon and medieval knights all featured in a busy week at Middleton Hall Retirement Village, which culminated in the return of its popular Village Show on...
- 07 Sep 2026
We enjoyed a wonderful afternoon of dancing, music and good company at our Strictly Come Ballroom Afternoon Party. Held in our marquee, the event was one of the many social...
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Meet the Team (5)

I was honoured and excited to be join the team at Middleton Hall Retirement Village as their Care Director on March 1st 2021. With this role, comes...
I was honoured and excited to be join the team at Middleton Hall Retirement Village as their Care Director on March 1st 2021. With this role, comes the opportunity to shape, develop and influence how Middleton Hall’s care services move forward and fully believe in the vision and values that have been established.
One of the exciting things is that this is a completely new role at Middleton Hall and I am planning to use my knowledge and experience to add value to the important services that we provide to our residents and families as well as our care teams.
Having initially qualified as a Registered Nurse, I have spent all my career predominantly in the private healthcare sector working with some local smaller companies, as well as larger national care providers. During this time, I have developed my managerial and leadership skills working in different roles within the sector, from Care Home Manager, Regional Director and Operations Director, before joining Middleton Hall.
As Care Director at Middleton Hall, I am responsible for providing clinical and some operational leadership and with the support of the Co-owner team, am focused on Middleton Hall being established as a provider of high-quality care and wellbeing and developing a motivated and engaged care services team.
In my spare time, I enjoy watching all types of sports, particularly rugby and trying to play a bit of golf.

Debby joined Middleton Hall in 2000 and has seen the organisation grow and develop over the past 26 years. As Head of Care & Quality, her role has...
Debby joined Middleton Hall in 2000 and has seen the organisation grow and develop over the past 26 years. As Head of Care & Quality, her role has evolved alongside the services, with a continued focus on quality, staff development and, above all, the people who live at Middleton Hall.
A key part of her role is working with prospective residents and their families, as well as overseeing staff training, which has grown significantly over the years and now includes more face-to-face learning. Quality remains a priority for Debby, who says there is always “a new challenge or mountain to climb”.
Debby has enormous respect for the care teams at Middleton Hall and is particularly proud of the relationships they build with residents. She values the genuine bonds between staff and residents, and the way care teams get to know the people they support so well.
Her career in nursing began with a childhood ambition. Having wanted to be a nurse from around the age of five, Debby qualified in 1984 with First Class Honours. She went on to work in Accident and Emergency, coronary care and on an older people’s ward, before moving into private healthcare and occupational health. She later developed a passion for training and took on her first Matron’s position in Northallerton before moving to Middleton Hall.
During her career, Debby has gained particular expertise in dementia, nutrition and end-of-life care. She is especially proud of achieving a First Class Honours degree in Dementia Studies, with her daughters attending her graduation. She has also spoken on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour and at a nutrition conference in London.
More recently, Debby was delighted to receive the Senior Leader of the Year award at the Housing With Care Awards. After more than two decades at Middleton Hall, she remains passionate about her role and always looks ahead to “what’s next” – continuing to learn, develop and make a difference.

Sheenagh first joined Middleton Hall in 2010, bringing with her a background in the hotel industry. She started as Head Housekeeper before taking on...
Sheenagh first joined Middleton Hall in 2010, bringing with her a background in the hotel industry. She started as Head Housekeeper before taking on responsibility for the restaurant and the then coffee shop. She was also part of the team that planned, designed and opened the Orangery.
In 2014, Sheenagh moved into care, managing what was then known as Family Living. The pilot scheme helped Middleton Hall develop the approach that would eventually become Middleton Oaks. One of her proudest achievements has been seeing that vision come to life with the opening of Middleton Oaks.
Today, Sheenagh is Care Manager for Middleton Oaks, where her role has grown with the addition of the third house. The service now supports 24 residents with a team of more than 50 staff. Although her role is now more office-based, her favourite part of the day is spending quality time with the residents in her care.
She holds an NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Health and Social Care and is particularly proud of the experience she has gained throughout her career at Middleton Hall.
For Sheenagh, what makes Middleton Oaks special is its homely approach. Staff don't wear uniforms, helping them feel more like part of the family, while residents eat together around one table and are encouraged to use the home-style kitchen freely. The communal areas are also designed to feel welcoming rather than clinical.
She is particularly proud of the close relationships the team builds with residents and their families. With three staff supporting every eight residents, the team can quickly recognise individual needs and provide personalised support. The fact that Middleton Oaks is not a locked unit also gives residents a greater sense of freedom and control. The team is supported by Middleton Hall's Health and Wellbeing team, who provide meaningful activities and engagement for residents.

Julie first started working at Middleton Hall as a teenager, working evenings and weekends in what is now one of Middleton Hall’s residential care...
Julie first started working at Middleton Hall as a teenager, working evenings and weekends in what is now one of Middleton Hall’s residential care services, Middleton Gardens. She quickly moved into a full-time carer role at 16 and gained experience across all services, particularly supporting more independent residents.
Over the years, she progressed to senior roles and became the first manager of Middleton Grove, a unique service created by Middleton Hall to offer independent supported retirement living. She also helped to launch the newly built Middleton Woods independent retirement apartments as Temporary Manager, helping residents settle in and connecting them with other services. Eventually, she returned to Middleton Gardens as Residential Manager, where she has now led the service for over 11 years.
During her career, she has completed NVQ levels 2–4, a Manager's Award and a Level 2 Counselling course. She has also piloted the Better Health initiative at Middleton Hall.
In her current role, she cares for 22 residents and manages 26 staff across days and nights. She oversees care assessments, support plans and the general running of the service, working closely with residents and their families. Every day is wonderfully different, and she aims to make each resident’s life fulfilling, whether that’s visiting their old village, enjoying a pub lunch, attending a family wedding, or anything else that brings them joy.
What she loves most about her role is the variety, the memorable moments with residents and staff and the opportunity to make each resident feel valued. Outside of work, she enjoys walking her dogs, reading and spending time with her grandchildren

Joanne Watson has been part of Middleton Hall for most of her working life, joining at just 17 on a six-week work experience placement through the...
Joanne Watson has been part of Middleton Hall for most of her working life, joining at just 17 on a six-week work experience placement through the Job Centre. After being offered a permanent position, she began a career in care that now spans an incredible 43 years. Having briefly worked elsewhere, Joanne soon returned to Middleton Hall, where she has remained ever since.
Throughout her career, Joanne has achieved her NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications and completed training in the safe handling of medication. She has progressed through a number of roles, including Lead Carer and Deputy Manager, and now works as Acting Manager of Middleton Grove, overseeing the day-to-day running of the department.
For Joanne, the most rewarding part of her role is knowing that residents are safe, happy and receiving a high standard of care. She is particularly proud of her team and the compassion they show residents. She also values Middleton Hall’s unique retirement village setting, where residents can enjoy the facilities and community while accessing different levels of care as their needs change.
Away from work, Joanne lives with her husband and their two much-loved Dachshunds, Rosie and Katie. She enjoys walking them along the beach and through local parks, and is a proud mum of two and grandmother to six grandchildren.
After more than four decades at Middleton Hall, Joanne has countless treasured memories of the residents and colleagues she has worked with, and remains committed to making Middleton Grove a happy and caring place to live.
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