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Llys-y-Tywysog is located in the village of Grovesend, between Gorseinon and Pontardulais. The team support the residents living at Llys-Y-Tywysog with person-centred 24-hour care on both a permanent and short term basis when available.

The team of highly-qualified and attentive staff focus on the individual needs of residents with tailored care plans for each person. They hope you will see their dedication and commitment to delivering excellent services is reflected across the home in each department.

You are invited to visit at anytime.

Care Provided by Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 54 Service Users

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • 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 £1,500N/A

This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.

Contact Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog 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)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Michelle Bowen(Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2017

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (48)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)

Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog Reviews (151)

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Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog has a Review Score of 10 (9.982) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog has 151 reviews.

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Review from Paula C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 17 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother in law had a two week restbite at Llys-y-Tywysog Care Home the staff are all amazing Helped Josie through her panick attacks because she gets very upset at home She was very settled very quickly for which we are very grateful, she had lost weight at home, but so lovely to see her eating well again with all the support from Llys-y-Tywysog staff

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Review from Christine N (Wife of Resident) published on 15 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Fab home Keith really enjoyed his time here.

Will definitely return.

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Review from C S (Son of Resident) published on 6 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent respite care for my mother post hospital. Lucky to find such a place at short notice and so accommodating.

Reply from Michelle Bowen, General Manager at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Thank you for your lovely feedback, I will ensure this is past on to the team

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Review from Helen J (Aunt of Resident) published on 5 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Thoroughly enjoyed today with the Elvis singer, everyone joining in, singing, dancing and smiling throughout. Staff joining in and loving it.

Always a pleasure to visit every Friday.

Reply from michelle bowen, general manager at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Thank you for your lovely feedback, that truly means a lot to us. It's wonderful to hear that you've had such a positive experience.

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Review from Nicola J (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Lovely care home. My mum is very happy and settled well. Staff are brilliant.

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Review from M L (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 25 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Well organised, all residents thoroughly enjoyed.

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Review from Margaret W (Friend of Resident) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our friend is obviously very happy here. She joins in with what ever seems to be going on and never complains.

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Review from David W (Friend of Resident) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very well run & so friendly. Spotlessly clean & a great atmosphere

Well done

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Review from William R (Son of Resident) published on 20 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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All the staff are very friendly and helpful.
The rooms are well apointed and the whole building is clean and tidy.

Management have been very good at settling Mum in and explaining all the systems to me.

Reply from Michelle Bowen, General Manager at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Thank you for your kind words. I will feed this back to the team.

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Review from Ryan T (Grandson of Resident) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff are attentive. My gran seems very comfortable here.
There appears to be good activities.

Food is always commented as 'good'

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Review from David S (Son of Resident) published on 4 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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So pleased to find somewhere that puts the needs of my mother first, we have had an amazing welcome and feel as at home as Mum.

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Review from Sian S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 4 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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So pleased to see Mum so happy and settled.

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Review from David O (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 9 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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As you can see from my ratings my overall option speaks for itself from overall experience for my mother in law which gives our overall experience as a family confidence in the care and total fulfillment of the patient.
Cant say enough for Michelle and her direct management team and overall care staff as a whole

Thank you all so much!!!

Reply from Michelle Bowen, General Manager at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Thank you for your kind words and positive feedback.

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Review from Christine J (Respite Resident) published on 8 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been very pleased with the care that I have received. I will be recomending this care home to everyone.
Management, senior carers, carers, housekeeping and catering have been awesome.

I felt that I could approach any member of staff for assistance. They always helped. The care home was very clean and the food was superb. This home is a perfect option for care. I stayed for 2 weeks, recovering from a hip replacement

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Review from Stephen M (Stepson of Resident) published on 28 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have just called in to see my step mum & was pleasently surprised to see that she was in the dining room watching & enjoying a great live entertainer. The room was packed with fellow residents & attentive carers & some family members. Every one was singing along & some residents were dancing. There is a great feeling of friendship here & there are some lovely characters. A great afternoon of entertainment was enjoyed by all. It is just one example of the great care & attention that is always provided here

Reply from michelle bowen, general manager at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Thankyou so much for taking the time to send us a review. As a home we appreciate your feedback. We are so happy you had a wonderful time.

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Review from Tanya F (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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I come to join all the staff and residents at Llys-y-Tywysog for the BBQ Open Day. Although the weather let us down the singer and all the residents, staff and guests had a fabulous time.
It was such a hard decision to put mum in a care home but as soon as I met and visited Llys-y-Tywysog, I knew it was the place for mum and they've been all outstanding with their care for her.

Thank you!

Reply from Michelle Bowen, General Manager at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Thank you very much for your kind words. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Your feedback means a lot to us.

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Review from Mark W (Great-Nephew of Resident) published on 15 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Fantastic lively and super positive atmosphere. Amazing to see such fantastic care and dignity for people in their later years.

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Review from Debbie W (Relative of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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What a wonderful happy place to be. The staff are friendly and clearly care about the residents. A very joyous afternoon.

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Review from Phil W (Son of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Food was wonderful for mums 100th birthday. The staff as always were so friendly and professional and everyone made it such a special day. We could not be happier. Thanks.

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Review from E P (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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This was from my mother's 100th birthday. We were able to invite family to a beautiful buffet in an upstairs lounge. We then joined all the residents for entertainment. The staff, as usual worked incredibly hard, nothing was too much trouble despite all their dutues. We were all incredibly impressed with such a wonderful happy day for my mother.

Reply from Jackie Bartlett, Activities assistant at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Thankyou so much for taking the time to send us a review. As a home we appreciate your feedback. We are so happy that your mother and your family had a wonderful time here.

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News (47) & Events (6)

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  • 23 Jul 2026

    Today residents enjoyed a full cowboy event. Food was delicious ranch burgers. Residents were entertained by a country and western singer from Musicare. Everyone enjoyed dancing and singing with their...

  • 23 Jul 2026

    Today residents enjoyed a full cowboy event. Food was delicious ranch burgers. Residents were entertained by a country and western singer from Musicare. Everyone enjoyed dancing and singing with their...

  • 23 Jul 2026

    Wills petting farm kindly came in with rabbits guinea pigs, and 2 baby goats today. Residents thoroughly enjoyed seeing and stroking all the farm animals. It made our residents have...

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Meet the Team (18)

Michelle Bowen
Michelle BowenJob Title:General ManagerJoined: 2001

Hello I am Michelle the General Manager of Lys-Y-Tywysog. I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog for over 20 years, I really have worked in every department and I love every element of the job! In 2019 I completed the QCF Level 5 in management to become Deputy Manager and was delighted to be appointed General Manager in 2021.

It is so rewarding working in this wonderful home and I am honoured to lead such a committed team. I am sure we have one of the longest serving teams of any home, with a number of the team having worked at Llys for over 10 years and some over 20 years. I am passionate about delivering excellent care to residents and enriching their lives every day with the focus on person centred care. We also offer a fantastic life enrichment programme with fun and varied activities and events.

I am here to offer support to the residents, their families and the team. For anyone considering care for themselves or for a loved one our doors are open for you to visit and meet the team.

Dianne Pearson
Dianne PearsonJob Title:Night Team LeaderJoined: 2009

Hello I am Dianne and I manage the night team here at Llys-Y-Tywysog. I enjoy working with the residents and take an individual approach to residents night time routines and preferences. I have worked at Llys for over 10 years and in that time I have I also completed the QCF level 5 in Health and Social care Leadership and Management.

Emma Burder
Emma BurderJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2022

Hello, I am Emma, and I am the Deputy Manager. I started at Llys-Y-Tywysog in 2022 as a Team Leader with an extensive background in care. I love working in the care sector, and I thrive on bringing energy and joy to the residents. I love the variety of the role, and Llys has a wonderful atmosphere.

Claire Davies
Claire DaviesJob Title:Team LeaderJoined: 2015

Hello I am Claire and I work at Lllys on a position of a team leader. I have been part of the team here at Llys-Y-Tywysog since 2015. I love working with the residents and enjoy nothing more than a good chat. It is so interesting to hear all about residents' lives and work with the team to ensure we are providing the highest quality of care.

Kath Thomas
Kath ThomasJob Title:Home AdministartorJoined: 1992

Hello I am Kath the administrator at Llys-Y-Tywysog. I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog since 1992 and I am very proud of the success of Llys-Y-Tywysog and the excellent reputation held within the local community.

I manage all the administration and finance within the home to ensure the home runs efficiently and I regularly speak to families. I am proud to have achieved a Silver Award in the 2015 Wales Care Awards as well as my NVQ Level 4 in Management and Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care.

Lucy Raddenbury
Lucy RaddenburyJob Title:Administration AssistantJoined: 2022

Hello, I am Lucy and I am the Administration Assistant at Llys-Y-Tywysog, working in reception. I have worked for Barchester for many years formally as the administrator at another local home. I now work part-time working with Kath to ensure the smooth running of everything behind the scenes. I love meeting all the residents and their families and feel very fortunate to work in the care environment.

Teresa Bevan
Teresa BevanJob Title:Activities CoordinatorJoined: 2024

Teresa started at Llys in October 2024 as a Carer and, within one year, went on to become a Senior Carer. Teresa decided on a new challenge in Dec 2025 and is now responsible for providing the residents with some great activities.

In her spare time, Teresa is also the owner of a successful events company and is often found combining this with her role at Llys.

Caroline Williams
Caroline WilliamsJob Title:Head of HousekeepingJoined: 1995

Hello, I am Caroline, and I am the Head of Housekeeping at Llys-Y-Tywysog. I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog since 1995, and I really enjoy working with my team to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness all around the home. It is a delight to chat with residents as we clean and deliver their laundry.

Hilary Casey
Hilary CaseyJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2019

Hello, I am Hilary and I work on the care team at Llys-Y-Tywysog. I very much enjoy working in care and I like to feel I am approachable and able to relate and communicate with the residents. It has been wonderful to join such a great team here at Llys-Y-Tywysog.

Janice Lonsdale
Janice LonsdaleJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2009

Hello I am Janet and I joined the team at Llys-Y-Tywysog over 10 years ago as one of the care assistants. I loves working with all our residents and having worked here for so many years I really do know every residents' individual needs.

Nicola Jensen
Nicola JensenJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2015

Hello, I am Nicola and I am part of the care team at Llys-Y-Tywysog. I have worked as a care assistant for many years and absolutely love working with the residents. I really feel no task is too much trouble I am very much here for the residents.

Lisa Griffiths
Lisa GriffithsJob Title:Kitchen AssistantJoined: 1997

Hello, I am Lisa and I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog for 25 years mainly in the kitchen. I like to think I am part of the furniture I absolutely love working here with a great team and all the wonderful residents.

Steve Bessent
Steve BessentJob Title:General AssistantJoined: 2018

Hello, I am Steve and I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog for nearly 5 years as a General Assistant. I work mainly in the kitchen as well as assisting the housekeeping and laundry tea, With many feathers in my cap, I am working all around the home and have a great rapport with the residents and they do like me telling them jokes!

Christy Thanarasa
Christy ThanarasaJob Title:Team Leader

Hi, my name is Christy.

I began my career as a care assistant and was later promoted to Senior Care Assistant. Previously, I worked in the pharmaceutical industry in Sri Lanka, gaining extensive professional experience. I also completed an MSc in Management at the University of South Wales.

In 2025, I transferred from another Barchester home to Llys as a Team Leader. This is a challenging and highly responsible role that allows me to utilise my leadership, management, and care experience to support my team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. I am committed to making a positive impact on residents’ well-being and maintaining premium standards of care.

Esther Jones
Esther JonesJob Title:Senior CarerJoined: 2024

Esther joined Llys Y Tywysog in 2024 after working here as part of an Agency and enjoyed it so much that she came back as a full-time staff member.

She has a wealth of knowledge from her 20 years of experience within the Care Industry. Esther is currently working toward her NVQ Level 3.

Noreen O'Reilly
Noreen O'ReillyJob Title:Senior CarerJoined: 2024

Noreen joined the team in November 2024 and worked in another residential home prior to that. Noreen has a passion for people and can always be found helping within the home, assisting with any task in any department needed.

She has achieved her NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and is looking forward to hopefully starting her Level 5 soon.

Noreen gives 100% to her job role and is always willing to share any knowledge and insight that she has gained over the years.

Damien Porter
Damien PorterJob Title:Head of MaintenanceJoined: 2012

Damien started in Llys Y Tywysog in 2012 and stayed for 2 years before a change of role. Damien then went on to become the Maintenance Manager at a Local High End Wedding Venue, where he was responsible for all day-to-day maintenance checks, landscaping, health and safety checks and also the general day-to-day running of the site.

Paula Courtney
Paula CourtneyJob Title:Hostess

Paula joined Barchester originally 27 years ago as a Carer and remained for 4 years. Paula then decided to change her role due to having a very young family.

Paula returned to Llys approx. 4 years ago as the Activities Coordinator, where she gained a vast knowledge and understanding of all residents' likes and dislikes and was responsible for them having a great range of exciting activities, and was an asset to the team.

Paula recently decided that she wanted to reduce her hours due to family commitments, and we are delighted to have her on board as the Hostess, where she is responsible for the residents’ whole dining experience

Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

What types of Care is Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog registered for?

Older Person Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog have?

There are 48 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, 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 Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog to the centre of Swansea?

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

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