Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Clos Pengelli, Grovesend, Swansea SA4 4JW
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9.9 140 Reviews
  • Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog, Swansea
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

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

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1245

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.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Michelle Bowen (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • 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 (140)

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Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.924) out of 10, based on 53 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog has 140 reviews.

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Review from Dorothy W (Wife of Resident) published on 31 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband had a respite stay at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog recently and nothing was too much trouble for all staff. Meals were prepared for him and taken to his room as he prefers to have it there, and staff were accommodating to anything. The welcome at Llys was warm and so friendly. I would definitely
be happy to leave him again.
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Review from Ellie C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandfather stayed for respite. He really enjoyed his stay. The staff were fantastic and the food was lovely.
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Review from P C (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad had a week's respite with Barchester. Dad is a quiet person, due to having strokes, but was treated with respect and all his needs were met. Staff were wonderful with my dad. Would highly recommend Llys-y-Tywysog.
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Review from Lee T (Friend of Resident) published on 24 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely welcome from staff, excellent facilities. Always nice to attend a nursing home that has welcoming staff and nice facilities. Residents all seem happy in the home. Staff very attentive to residents.
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Review from A O (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was staying with you for respite care over two weeks in November 2023. She was a little more than unsure of going prior to arrival but due to the reception and warmth of care she received from all the staff at Llys-y-Tywysog and the standards in all areas, she left grieving at the fact she
was and has utterly missed you all since and requested to return. Thank you so much for it all!
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Review from J G (Niece of Resident) published on 6 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt celebrated her birthday on 17th November with residents and on her actual birthday on 18th November with her family in the home. The staff have been excellent, worked so hard with good humour. The food provided was of a very good standard, carried and beautifully presented. You made her 100th
birthday such a memorable one.
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Review from Heulwen M (Relative of Resident) published on 1 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister and brother-in-law have been living here for the past 5 months and I couldn't praise this care home enough. Staff are very caring and any problems can be discussed, no problems. The staff are amazing from the manager to all nursing and care staff. It has been the best decision for both of
them and they are very happy living here which gives the rest of the family peace of mind.
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Review from Warren J (Husband of Resident) published on 24 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care provided by the staff has been excellent, displaying sympathy and understanding of my wife's condition. Meals and snacks are plentiful and tasty, first-rate cuisine. We highly recommend this home.
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Review from Meghan B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 24 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandparents came here in June and within 5 months of being here, they've really changed and got a lot fitter. It feels like a 5-star hotel, all the staff are amazing and caring to the residents.
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Review from John B (Son of Resident) published on 15 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff, without exception, are friendly, industrious and caring.
One staff member stayed with my mother for a number of hours after their shift ended - following a fall.
Excellent activities and well run in all departments.
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Review from Adam S (Friend of Resident) published on 10 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely fabulous home! Really friendly and welcoming staff, very clean and tidy.
Staff have been so helpful and very approachable.
I would highly recommend any family to use this home. My friend is so happy!
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Review from G C (Respite Resident) published on 9 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I enjoyed my visit to Llys-y-Tywysog. Would be quite happy to come again if the need arises. Plenty of activities, happy most days.
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Review from Alison E (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It was the first time in respite for my father, he has been very happy and settled in very good and has enjoyed his stay at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog. The staff were very friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble for them to do. We will definitely come back to Llys-y-Tywysog if we need to put
my father in respite again.
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Review from Luke R (Grandson of Resident) published on 6 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nan is always so happy here. The food is lovely. The entertainment is great!
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Review from H W (Son of Resident) published on 30 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mam has been a resident here for two months. She has settled in quickly and this is reassuring for the family to know that she is cared for, happy and more importantly safe.
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Review from Jean M (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with the home and the staff, Mum has excellent care and has joined in all the activities
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Review from R S (Resident) published on 3 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Following 2 major operations and a fall, I decided to go to Llys-y-Twysog for respite care. I loved it so much that I extended my stay by 8 days. The staff are amazing and really go the extra mile to take care of you. The food is excellent and the chef made sure that any dietary requirements were met.
If there was something I didn't particularly like, he would offer an alternative.
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Review from Michael I (Son of Resident) published on 23 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly staff, great activities, food is of a high standard and a good choice is always available. Management and staff are always helpful with any queries etc. Residents are always treated with dignity and they have great support from the staff. All residents have a smile on their faces whenever
I visit and that tells me it's a very happy place.
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Review from M W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 23 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My gran has only recently moved in and has settled in well. All staff are fantastic, all go above and beyond. The range of activities is also fantastic.
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Review from Keith W (Son of Resident) published on 23 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good service starting from the home visit. Everything was explained in great detail, found the manager very helpful with things relating to outside of the care home. The staff are very pleasant and hardworking. Mam has settled down very well and it's quite nice to know she is in safe hands and
the cakes are lovely.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.924)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.924) out of 10 for Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 53 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 53 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.924 for Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog is calculated as follows: ( (581 Excellents x 5) + (46 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 628 Ratings = 4.924
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog is based on 53 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 54 registered maximum number of service users is 10.8, which has been reached with 53 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Bed Vacancies

4 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 03 Sep 2025

We currently have 3 residential opportunities here at Llys-Y-Tywysog with standard and premium rooms available on our first and ground floor with en-suite wet rooms and access to decking/garden area.

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Meet the Team (13)

Michelle

Michelle Bowen

Job Title: General Manager Joined: 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

Dianne Pearson

Job Title: Night Team Leader Joined: 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

Emma Burder

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 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

Claire Mitchell

Job Title: Senior Carer Joined: 2015

Hello I am Claire a Senior Carer.  I have has 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 their lives and work with the team to ensure we are providing the highest quality of care.

Paula

Paula Courtney

Job Title: Activities Coordinator Joined: 2022

Hi, I am Paula the Activities Coordinator, I have recently returned to Llys-Y-Tywysog. I worked at the home for over 5 years when my children were younger. My close connection with Llys remained as my father-in-law was a former resident, so I was still visiting regularly. I am delighted to be back working with the team.


I am creative and hope to bring new ideas for activities and events as well as still running firm favourites! My passion is about enhancing the lives of the residents from individual time through to big celebratory events. Sarah will continue to work as part of the activities team, working alongside me part-time whilst studying for her degree at Swansea University.

Kath

Kath Thomas

Job Title: Home Administartor Joined: 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

Lucy Raddenbury

Job Title: Administration Assistant Joined: 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.  

Caroline

Caroline Williams

Job Title: Head of Domestic Joined: 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

Hilary Casey

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 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

Janice Lonsdale

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 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

Nicola Jensen

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 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

Lisa Griffiths

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant Joined: 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

Steve Bessent

Job Title: General Assistant Joined: 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!

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