
My Aunt is treated with the utmost respect and privacy. I would definitely recommend itV D(Niece of Resident/Service User)

The staff are amazing, nothing is too much trouble and we are always sure of a smiling faceJo S(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Mum is treated with the utmost respect and dignityClaire D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

My Aunt is treated with the utmost respect and privacy. I would definitely recommend itV D(Niece of Resident/Service User)

The staff are amazing, nothing is too much trouble and we are always sure of a smiling faceJo S(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Mum is treated with the utmost respect and dignityClaire D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Tennyson Wharf has been specifically designed to provide high-quality residential care for the elderly. Located opposite the beautiful Burton Waters Marina, this purpose-built home offers stunning views of the boats and yachts on show as well as the Lincolnshire countryside, and the gardens are extensive and tranquil.
The home offers a relaxed environment to all. Including residential care and those individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
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Care Provided by Barchester Tennyson Wharf Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 60 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- 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
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.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Tennyson Wharf Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Tennyson Wharf Care Home 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
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sarah Noutch(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2015
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (60)
Visiting
- Visitors to report to reception
Parking
- Parking available on site
Barchester Tennyson Wharf Care Home Reviews (136)
Barchester Tennyson Wharf Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.806) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Tennyson Wharf Care Home has 136 reviews.
Everything here is second to none. The care team and support team can't do enough to help. Food is amazing and lots of activities on offer. I would certainly recommend to anyone short or long term.
I visit my friend two times a week. I find Tennyson Wharf very clean, tidy and very friendly and helpful in all aspects of care.
I found the care home clean and tidy and well looked after. The food is tasty and there are plenty of activities to keep one engaged and occupied.
Many thanks to all at the care home who helped us celebrate our Mums 84th birthday. The decorations and home made cake were very much appreciated, as was the lunch on the top floor dining room. The staff team are kind, professional and courteous at all times.
I looked at 20 care homes before deciding on Tennyson Wharf for my mother. It was by far one of the best I had seen. Lovely scenic views and great friendly staff, offering the best care possible. Highly recommended.
Excellent care, comfort and food. What else could you want for a loved one?!
I came for respite care. The home is beautiful and the staff are extremely kind and helpful. The food is lovely and the setting is delightful. If I am ill again I shall certainly come back. Would really recommend.
Thank you, for your wonderful comments. You are warmly welcome to come and visit us anytime, whether it is to share a coffee and cake and some social time, or join us for one of our fabulous activities!
A first-class care home in terms of; location; care; environment; cleanliness. Expensive and many would not be able to afford this attractive venue. All staff are very friendly, caring and attentive.
Exceeds all expectations - delightful, beautiful rooms, staff are amazing. I wish I could live here, had coffee and cake with the manager, how lovely she is, so supportive to everyone.
Thank you for your very kind review, we look forward to seeing you at Tennyson again.
All caring, compassionate and considerate. Reception staff are warm and welcoming an asset to the home. The new manager seems to have made a big difference and staff are happy. It's truly lovely to see.
From all of us here at Tennyson, thank you for your kind comments. It is lovely to hear our staff are making a positive difference to the lives of our residents and their family and friends.
Just to say a big thank you to everyone at Tennyson Wharf for looking after my best friend so well. What a difference a couple of months makes. You have a wonderful new manager who is leading you well and everyone seems so happy. The food is lovely, nothing is ever too much trouble. You are all amazing people which is a huge comfort. A big thank you to everyone.
Thank you for your kind review. We are very pleased that your friend is enjoying living with us. We are very proud of our staff and the care they provide here at Tennyson Wharf.
Auntie has been at Tennyson Wharf the care home for a year now. Things were rocky for a while, but have improved significantly. We are now very happy with her care. My family and I feel she is safe and well looked after now. Lots of things to do and food is great. Lovely setting on The Marina, with great views from the rooms and lounge.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review and for your lovely words. We are glad that your Auntie feels safe and well looked after. Looking forward to seeing you again soon.
My mum has been a resident of yours over a year. Mum is treated with the utmost respect and dignity. The manager is extremely approachable and takes action with any issues if needed. The home offers excellent facilities and the team are happy and welcoming.
Thank you for your lovely comments. We are proud of our Home and our Team and strive to do our very best to ensure all our residents and their families enjoy their lives to the fullest.
She has actioned referrals to CPN for mum and kept us informed at all times.
It is heartening to know that you feel your mum, as well as you as a family, are being very well supported by Tennyson Wharf
I wish to compliment you on your carers, nurses, cleaners, gardener, hairdresser and above all the lovely receptionist............ I have visited for 16 weeks as a volunteer visiting a lady in your care, and just really think it is a wonderful atmosphere you provide for your 'extended family' as that's what it feels like to me!
Well done and thank you, you restore my faith!!!
Thank you for your review. We are so delighted that you have found our home so welcoming - we are proud to feel like a family here at Tennyson Wharf. We feel like one big family too!!
This is an excellent care home. Everyone from the receptionists to the actual carers are very kind and friendly. My Aunt is treated with the utmost respect and privacy. I would definitely recommend it to future residents.
Thank you for your very kind review. We are delighted that your Aunt is enjoying living with us and it is great to hear that you would recommend us.
I was extremely impressed with the professionalism and kindness of each member of staff.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are very proud of our recruitment and training process to make sure that we have the best staff possible. We are very proud of our staff at our home.
From the very beginning, I have only ever experienced friendly warm service form all the staff members at Tennyson Wharf. My wife has been looked after extremely well, sometimes in difficult circumstances. Always given a friendly greeting by all the staff who I meet on my visits. The carers and all staff members care, which is the most important aspect of their job.
There is nothing better than learning from family members that our residents are well cared for and thrive in our home. We also pride ourselves on our wonderful staff, without whom it would not be possible and it is great for them to receive such positive and warm comments. Thank you.
Enjoyable, the staff really make you welcome. The home is kept to a very high standard with a calming atmosphere. Would like more activities.
Our thanks for your comments. We all certainly take pride in our lovely Home. With regards to Activities, we have engaged two new Activity Co-ordinators and they are doing a sterling job in bringing new and exciting activities into the Home which we are sure your husband, and all, will enjoy!
I am very pleased I have found somewhere so kind and helpful as I cannot do like I used to. I am afraid it comes to us all, so well done to everyone here.
Thank you for your kind comments. It makes us very happy to learn that you are happy living here with us!
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 02 March 2021Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (34) & Events (5)
- 28 Jul 2026
Staff and residents at Tennyson Wharf in Burton Waters embraced their cowboy spirit as they celebrated National Day of the Cowboy, which took place on July 25th. This year marks...
- 27 Jul 2026
Dawn has been with us since the very beginning of Tennyson Wharf, a total of 11 ½ years. She has contributed so much to the lives of all at Tennyson...
- 27 Jul 2026
We had such a blast over the weekend as we were entertained by Jules and Jay, enjoyed pony rides from Comfort Horse Therapy, ate delicious treats from Bakes by Natalie...
- 13 Aug 2026Organiser: Barchester Tennyson Wharf Care Home
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Awards / Recognitions (15)
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 15 Apr 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Barchester Tennyson Wharf Care Home.
Meet the Team (8)

Hello, I am Sarah Noutch, General Manager at Tennyson Wharf. I first registered as a nurse in 2003. I began my career in the NHS working in the medical division. I came to Tennyson Wharf having worked at Barchester’s Lancaster Grange care home as General Manager.
I am passionate about delivering good quality, personalised care. This is reflected within the fantastic team we have here at Tennyson Wharf. I am always available for a coffee and a chat, and welcome you to meet our care team and view our home.

Hi, my name is Nicola Hodson. I am the Deputy Manager at Tennyson Wharf.
I began my caring career in 2007, working in a small care home, developing my skills and knowledge while working in various roles. I gained my NVQ5 in Leadership and Management in 2019.
I started working at Tennyson Wharf in 2023 and have been promoted twice. I was also nominated for the Regional Carer of the Year 2025.
I have a passion for dementia care, and I enjoy spending time with residents, helping them to feel valued and even joining in with a puzzle.

Karen joined Tennyson Wharf in April 2022 as the home`s Administrator. Previously, Karen worked for another care provider for 20 years, so she comes with tons of experience.
Karen enjoys being able to help and support people and is pleased to be able to do this as part of her job role at Tennyson Wharf, and gets satisfaction from being able to offer help to the lovely residents and their families with anything relating to finances or administration, as well as interacting with our residents on a daily basis to make their lives more enjoyable.
In her spare time, Karen enjoys spending time with her family and going for long walks with her dog. Karen also likes travelling and holidays, especially to the Greek Islands, Skiathos and Zakynthos being 2 of her favourite destinations to date.

Andrew joined the Tennyson Wharf family in February 2023.
He has over 30+ years of experience working in Maintenance within the Hotel industry, but decided he wanted a change.
Andrew is settling into his role at Tennyson Wharf very well, and nothing is too much trouble. He has a passion for helping others and loves engaging with our residents and staff.
In his spare time, Andrew is a lover of the outdoors and walking.

Michelle has had extensive years of experience in the cleaning industry before coming to join the Tennyson Wharf team as a care assistant for 3 years, before taking on the role of head of housekeeping in July 2021.
Michelle loves to ensure the home is kept clean for our residents and their relatives to enjoy when they come to visit. Her favourite part of her job is working alongside a great team and spending time with the residents, learning about their lives and what is important to them.

I have worked at Tennyson Wharf for nearly 10 years now.
starting as a Care assistant and working my way up.
I am currently completing my NVQ 3.
As team lead, I am responsible for the health and well-being of those in the residential units at the home.
I love my role because I can make a real difference in people's daily lives, and I am proud of leading a team that works together to provide the best possible care

Jess Payne is one of our Team Leaders and also a Dementia Champion. She supports the management team, drives improvements and has lots of dementia experience.
Jess is very patient and kind, and when she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Hi, my name is Rebecca. I started working at Tennyson Wharf in July 2024.
Previous to starting at Tennyson Wharf, I have lived in many countries and worked as a supply teacher and administrator in Bahrain in the Middle East - I have also worked in scouting programme groups in both the USA and UK.
Whilst I have worked with children for a lot of my life, working with the elderly is always something I have been passionate about. I believe that everybody has a story to tell, and our residents' life stories all add value to Tennyson Wharf.
Outside of work, I enjoy walking, gardening and going to the cinema.
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