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Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court

Penylan Avenue, Porthcawl, Bridgend CF36 3LY
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Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, Porthcawl

Purpose-built in 1973 and refurbished in 2000, Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court stands in extensive, well-kept grounds situated one mile from Porthcawl town centre and the Promenade.

Within the grounds there are beautiful inner courtyard gardens made up of a fishpond, scented garden and herb garden for residents to sit in, relax and enjoy the outdoor space. There is also a bowling green and Club House in the grounds...  

Care Provided by Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court

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 76 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • 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
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,186 - £1,636£1,491 - £1,800
Residential Dementia Care£1,484 - £2,512£1,632 - £2,534
Nursing Care£1,675 - £2,408£2,429 - £2,648

Our care fees are subject to a preadmission needs assessment which is a requirement of admission, so the Home can fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. The prices quoted are weekly and for guidance only. They will be confirmed following a full assessment. Respite care may be offered and is usually 10% above the permanent care fees, subject to availability and will depend on an assessment of a person’s care needs.

Contact Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court 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 choose a care home based in Wales, you may be eligible for the Welsh NHS-funded nursing care contribution of at least £201.74 per week. This support is not reflected in the fee amount shown, and the actual contribution may be higher depending on the Local Health Board.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Teresa Picton(Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+
  • Self-funding residents or Freemasons supported by their Local Authority

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 1973
  • Last Refurbishment: 2000
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (76)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (36)

Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court Reviews (118)

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Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.733) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court has 118 reviews.

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Review from Annette G (Wife of Resident) published on 20 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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First class in all ways, made me feel comfortable and explained about everything, always there to help. Nursing staff are amazing and carers are kind and patient, I am very happy with the review.

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Review from Julie T (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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My father is happy here and well cared for. The carers are exceptional and treat my father with kindness and respect and have a laugh with him. I also appreciate when I am in work and unable to take Dad to the activities the carers take Dad along so he is not left out. The carers are always willing to listen and are friendly to me and other visiting family members which is hugely appreciated. I enjoy visiting my Dad as I can see he is happy and well cared for which is a massive relief. The other residents look happy and will chat and are also relaxed and friendly. The care home has a lovely upstairs coffee/tea area which is nice to be able to take Dad and look over the gardens and across to the coast. The Managers and staff are also very helpful and will always give advice and help in a very friendly manner.

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Review from Andrea D (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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The ongoing kindness and sensitivity we see reflected in Mam's care mean that we are very reassured about the choice we have made. Mam is supported by skilled and committed people who react to her changing needs with great compassion. They are not only attentive on a practical level but in tune with her as an individual and that is so important. On a wider level, the amenities offered mean that there is something for everyone should they wish to be involved and the overall environment and the residents' rooms are lovely. We are very grateful.

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Review from F L (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court provides care as it should be provided. Residents are treated with respect and kindness. There is a lot in the media about the challenges facing care providers, but this home is evidence that good quality care is possible. It hasn't been easy through the pandemic but my relatives have been kept safe and well. Obviously, there were restrictions on visitors which impacted on the leisure activities but the staff rose to the challenge. If my relatives or I have any concerns the staff always listen and act on them. The staff are exemplary.

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Review from Steve C (Son of Resident) published on 18 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mother moved in last year with vascular dementia. The staff have been brilliant. My father died last year and they handled my mother with great care and understanding.
The management is excellent and everybody makes you feel welcome.

I honestly cannot find anything that could improve, an outstanding care home.

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Review from R T (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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Both Mum and Dad are very settled and well cared for and enjoy the excellent facilities and activities at the home. The staff and management are very caring, friendly and approachable. The building and grounds are immaculately kept and attractive.

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Review from D J (Respite Resident) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would like to thank all the staff on Hughes for the kindness and care I was given for the 4 months that I stayed there. You could not wish for better care. There were wonderful.

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Review from Julie P (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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Mum entered Albert Edward 18 months ago. Her mobility was and is very poor.
The warm welcome mum was given enabled her to settle in. Her room is spacious, a haven and a home from home filled with her favourite possessions.

Her visitors are welcomed and offered tea or coffee. The Chapel on-site with regular Sunday services is a comfort. The hairdressing salon is a morale boost and an excellent service and the complimentary coffee bar provides the feeling of an excursion to mum. The home is run by efficient, dedicated managers, always available and approachable. The carers are compassionate and dedicated. It is obvious that for them this is a vocation. Nothing is too much trouble. Mum's care is exemplary, they are superb, even more so if mum is unwell. Our family can not thank the staff enough. Mum describes the carers as 'the people here who are like my family'. That says it all.

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Review from A S (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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Dad has the best care in Albert Edward. We don't need to worry about him even though he has been bed bound for two years. He is always comfortable and his personal care needs are always taken care of.

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Review from Angela T (Friend of Resident) published on 5 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My friend lived at Albert Edward for just two years. She was cared for beautifully, right up until she passed away. I truly believe she could not have had better care anywhere. The support promised, even after her death, was phenomenal and much appreciated by me when arranging the funeral and memorial service.

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Review from Joan M (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 29 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Prior to my brother-in-law going into hospital, his care and passion from the home was excellent, I must say since his discharge his care has been second to none. They are brilliant. I am so pleased he is in their care and I can only say thank you.

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Review from Gareth A (Son of Resident) published on 22 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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My father moved into the Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court in May 2022. The management team at the home provided excellent pre-entry advice and guidance to the family and were very accommodating when I visited to look at the facilities. Dad's move went well and the whole team have made him very welcome. As with all moves of this nature, there is a need to introduce new care professionals and administrative tasks to attend to but these have all been undertaken smoothly. Four weeks in and the family are very pleased with the care Dad is receiving.

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Review from Anne W (Wife of Resident) published on 22 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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My husband has been a resident since January and I cannot praise the home highly enough. The staff are brilliant and they know all our names - mine, my son and daughter and even the dog! The food is excellent, it is really home from home. I am very pleased that my husband is well taken care of. Highly recommended.

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Review from William C (Husband of Resident) published on 21 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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I submitted a review 1 week after my wife took up residence in Ireland House. My wife has now been a resident for 7 weeks. My initial, very positive, review has been justified in all aspects of my wife's care. All members of staff are consistently professional and caring with nothing being too much trouble in the care they provide. Management, as I previously noted, is visible at all levels and very approachable to staff, residents, and families. In 7 weeks I have found nothing of a negative nature that would justify comment.

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Review from P P (Son of Resident) published on 12 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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I have been delighted with the care my father receives at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court. This includes not only the team on the specialist dementia unit but also everyone else I have had contact with - receptionists, cleaners, managers etc. The staff on the unit are always friendly and well informed about the status of my Dad - how he has been in recent days and upcoming appointments. They are also very accommodating in dealing with problems my Dad has (so for example they keep his shaver in the office to prevent my Dad from throwing it out, which he has a tendency to do). Every single member of staff is sympathetic and helpful. My siblings and I are very glad we choose this home for our father.

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Review from Steve R (Son of Resident) published on 12 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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Staff directly looking after my mum have always been welcoming, friendly, informative and supportive whenever I've visited or telephoned.

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Review from Claire P (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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My mother passed away at the Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court care home in January 2022. I couldn’t have wished for her to be in a better place. The staff were fantastic nothing too much trouble and the care she was given was wonderful I cannot praise them enough. They not only cared for my mother they also supported her family at this difficult time. I will never forget what they have done for us as a family thank you.

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Review from Kevin R (Son of Resident) published on 12 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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My mother is currently under "End of Life" care and as such, I am spending a lot of time at the home where I find all of the staff to be sympathetic, helpful and caring. At one time when I got to mums room the door was slightly ajar and from the discussion, I heard they were in process of freshening up my mother with a wash and change of clothes. The staff did not know I was stood outside the room but what I heard was the two carers talking in a very quiet friendly caring manner towards mum, which to me confirmed that I had made the right choice in selecting this well run home where all the staff from the home manager down to the ladies who clean the rooms are a credit to themselves, the home and to The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution.

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Review from A R (Resident / Service User) published on 19 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Having completed approximately 20 weeks in residence I feel that I am now in a position to comment on my experience to date. My stay so far has covered and met all aspects of care and support identified in my decision to avail myself of the services provided here and for which I am most grateful given my recent ill health episodes which necessitated short-term hospital admission. However, it is much to my surprise and disappointment that my otherwise lovely room does not have an ensuite shower - a definite minus point in this enlightened age of facilities!

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Review from Tessa M (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Overall the home is of a very high standard. The senior administration staff are excellent, highly efficient, and helpful. Caring staff are kind and responsible. The home is immaculate with a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.

However, meals are appalling! Lowest standard possible - almost inedible. My mother is often hungry and I try to bring in sandwiches etc as she cannot eat the food in general. Other residents and staff agree on the dreadful catering.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) Rating

Date: 21 May 2026
  • Well-being
    Excellent
  • Care and Support
    Excellent
  • Environment
    Excellent
  • Leadership and Management
    Excellent
Care Inspectorate Wales is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Wales.View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

No Vacancies

Posted: 16 July 2026

Please contact the Home to enquire about the latest availability.

News (13) & Events (0)

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  • 24 Jun 2026

    Residents at RMBI Care Co. Home Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, in Porthcawl, have recently stepped into the spirit of the races this week, enjoying a fun-filled Ladies’ Day....

  • 04 Jun 2026

    Residents and staff across RMBI Care Co. Homes took part in 'Learning at Work Week' during 18th to 24th May to share and learn new skills. The theme for this...

  • 28 May 2026

    RMBI Care Co. Home Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, in Porthcawl, has been awarded the highest possible rating of Excellent across all four domains by care regulator Care Inspectorate...

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Meet the Team (5)

Teresa Picton
Teresa PictonJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2008

I have worked at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court for many years, firstly as a carer between 1992 and 1996. I then completed my nurse training and returned to the Home in 2008 in the role of RGN in our nursing area, and then progressed to my current role.

Before coming back to Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, I worked as an Advanced Practitioner and independent Prescriber at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, out of hours. I also managed the hospital at night in the absence of the coordinator.

I decided to retire from the NHS and join the team at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, and I have enjoyed my time here. I am very proud to be part of this team.

In my spare time, I enjoy travelling in my motor home and knitting, especially for our residents' stalls at events. I am part of a quiz team in our local pub and enjoy being part of the Home's events.

Donna Griffiths
Donna GriffithsJob Title:Deputy Home ManagerJoined: 2018

I began my care career in 2007, completing NVQs and working my way up to Deputy Home Manager. With the opportunity to be part of a commissioning team for the flagship home of a previous care provider, I moved into care home administration before joining RMBI Care Co.

Here at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, we strive to provide the best care and exceptional service to all from the moment they walk through our doors.

Shelley Owen
Shelley OwenJob Title:Business Relationship ManagerJoined: 2018

Having worked at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court for five years, I have progressed to my current role as Business Relationship Manager. I hold several qualifications, including a degree in Health and Social Care practice, and I am currently working towards further qualifications in my role.

I work closely with residents and staff, so I remain fully aware of the needs of residents. I use this experience during training sessions to make it relatable and real, and to keep our staff and residents safe.

Simon Roberts
Simon RobertsJob Title:Facilities ManagerJoined: 2015

I’ve been working at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court for the past 8 years as the Facilities Manager. I'm responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all buildings, grounds, furniture, fixings and equipment.

From school, I started an apprenticeship with the Ministry of Defence as an Aeronautical Engineer and then moved up through the ranks, managing aircraft servicing and their surroundings. I eventually ended up on the business development side, planning and scheduling when I left after 16 years, qualified to HND level.

From there I moved into fleet car sales, working for Sinclair Volkswagen in Bridgend for 6 years. Then I moved into self-employment (painting, decorating and property maintenance).

Having lived in the local area for the past 40 years, I was lucky enough to fall on my feet and land the Facilities Manager's job at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court. It is a wonderful place to work and only a stone’s throw away from my home and family.

Nicola Osborne
Nicola OsborneJob Title:Activities CoordinatorJoined: 2022

I am part of a small team responsible for providing a range of activities for our residents. Our aim is to make activities fun, stimulating and beneficial, and to really make a difference in our residents' lives.

A warm smile, a kind gesture and a listening ear are essential for this role, and we try to embrace this every day. Being a little crazy is also beneficial, my role model for this job would have to be the iconic Sir Charlie Chaplin. We might not manage to change the world like he did, but we will certainly try to fill our Home with smiles!

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