Avonmere Care Home is located in Downend, South Gloucestershire, near the Willy Wicket Inn on the northern outskirts of Bristol, easily accessible from the M32, M4 and M5. The home offers respite and residential care spans three floors, with one dedicated to dementia care.
Avonmere features its own hair salon, therapy suite and minibus as well as a beautiful garden for residents to enjoy and the home welcomes couples and their...
Avonmere Care Home is located in Downend, South Gloucestershire, near the Willy Wicket Inn on the northern outskirts of Bristol, easily accessible from the M32, M4 and M5. The home offers respite and residential care spans three floors, with one dedicated to dementia care.
Avonmere features its own hair salon, therapy suite and minibus as well as a beautiful garden for residents to enjoy and the home welcomes couples and their companions, where their well-being, comfort and happiness are of utmost importance.
Staff focus on meeting the needs of each resident, ensuring physical and emotional well-being for a fulfilling and happy quality of life. Recognising the potential stress of a late-life change, such as moving from a family home, they strive to make the transition as smooth as possible, offering peace of mind to all involved.
Wellbeing is supported through various physical, social and psychological activities. Such as regular exercise classes, (including tai chi and Pilates), animal therapy, live entertainment and community events. Mini bus trips occur once a week, taking the residents to well loved destinations including the local driving range, cafes, the zoo and local swimming pool. One to one activities are offered to those who wish to avoid group activities.
Regular updates on the home's activities are shared on the Facebook page and the new wellbeing app called Relish, fostering connections between the team, residents and their loved ones.
For those seeking dementia care homes in Bristol, Avonmere may be the ideal choice. Expert staff are trained to cater to residents with various care requirements. Rigorous staff selection and thorough training guarantee that residents living with dementia receive the highest quality care.
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Avonmere Care Home - Avery Healthcare has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.872) out of 10, based on 36 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Avonmere Care Home - Avery Healthcare has 83 reviews.
Dad moved into Avonmere in February 2025. His need for a care home occurred very suddenly which was a shock not only for him but for myself and my mother. From the initial scouting visit to the present day we have only been met and treated with kindness, enthusiasm, care and attention at every...
We couldn't have wished for a nicer care home for dad, he has plenty of activities to attend, he has a beautiful room with ensuite and a lovely view of the garden from his window. All of his needs are met with kindness and dignity and nothing is too much trouble for any of the staff whether it be maintenance/housekeeping/kitchen activities staff, the carers, reception staff or Management. Mum and I always look forward to our visits and enjoy taking part in the activities and talking with the various staff. I highly recommend Avonmere for your loved ones.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It means a great deal to the whole team to hear that your dad has settled in so well and that you and your mum feel welcomed and supported too. Were so pleased Avonmere feels like the right home for him, and we truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation.
My Grandma came to Avonmere after leaving her home of 30 years after a decline in physical and mental health. The journey to this point was not an easy one but she fit right in at Avonmere. The quality of the home is amazing, as are the staff and facilities. Honestly, my grandma is not always the...
My Grandma came to Avonmere after leaving her home of 30 years after a decline in physical and mental health. The journey to this point was not an easy one but she fit right in at Avonmere. The quality of the home is amazing, as are the staff and facilities. Honestly, my grandma is not always the easiest person to deal with, especially with dementia. However the staff have the patience of saints and always treat her with respect and care even when things must be testing. The only room for improvement for me is sometimes there is a lapse in communication meaning that conversations sometimes need to be had with different members of staff in different roles. I do appreciate however that this is much the same in all walks of life as we're all human.
Caring for residents living with dementia requires compassion, patience, and understanding, and we are incredibly proud of our team for the respect and...
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience and kind words about Avonmere. We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback.Caring for residents living with dementia requires compassion, patience, and understanding, and we are incredibly proud of our team for the respect and kindness they show every day. We will be sure to share your lovely comments with them.
We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding communication. We are always looking for ways to improve and your comments are valuable in helping us continue to provide the best possible experience for residents and their families.
Thank you again for your support and trust in Avonmere
I viewed many care homes before visiting Avonmere. Once I walked into Avonmere it had a complete different feel to it and almost like a hotel with the hot and cold drinks situated behind the reception desk. The rooms are all spotless and lots of rooms to sit including a bar and library all...
My mum didn't want to go into a home but tells me she's happy and the staff are very kind
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and heartfelt review. Your kind words genuinely mean so much to all of us here at Avonmere.
It's wonderful to hear that you felt something special as soon as you walked through our doors. We work very hard to create a warm,...
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and heartfelt review. Your kind words genuinely mean so much to all of us here at Avonmere.
It's wonderful to hear that you felt something special as soon as you walked through our doors. We work very hard to create a warm, welcoming environment that feels comfortable, homely, and uplifting for both residents and their families, so your comments are incredibly rewarding to read.
I'm especially pleased to hear how happy your mum has become with us. We understand how difficult the decision to move into a care home can be, and it means the world to know she now feels settled, supported, and cared for by our team.
Thank you also for recognising so many members of staff across the home. Bea and the activities team are so passionate about helping residents continue enjoying their hobbies, interests, and social lives, and the nursing and care teams work tirelessly every day to provide the very best care possible.
I wholeheartedly recommend Avonmere (Sam and the entire Avonmere Team)
My mother is living her best senior life with the loving care here and I consider myself very, very fortunate to have Avonmere looking after her.
Every member of staff takes on their responsibilities with personal...
I wholeheartedly recommend Avonmere (Sam and the entire Avonmere Team)
My mother is living her best senior life with the loving care here and I consider myself very, very fortunate to have Avonmere looking after her.
Every member of staff takes on their responsibilities with personal responsibility and pride.
My mother moved into Avonmere 4 years ago and is enjoying a quality of life I never dreamt of for her and am so very grateful for.
Thank you Avonmere!
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and kind words about Avonmere and the team.
It means so much to hear that your mother is enjoying such a positive quality of life with us. We are all very fond of her, and she is such a valued part of the Avonmere family. Knowing that she feels happy,...
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and kind words about Avonmere and the team.
It means so much to hear that your mother is enjoying such a positive quality of life with us. We are all very fond of her, and she is such a valued part of the Avonmere family. Knowing that she feels happy, supported, and cared for is exactly what we strive for every day.
I especially loved having her in my art class - those moments are so special, and it is wonderful to see her enjoying the activities and engaging so well.
Thank you again for your continued trust and support. We feel very privileged to be part of your mother's journey, our resident Nurse, and to care for her at Avonmere
Nobody wants to think of putting a loved one into a care home ! But sometimes there is no option. A very dear friend of mine was sadly amittted to hospital in November 2025 . Over night he was discharged , I knew he was to frail to return home so I promised to find him a 5 star hotel to recover ....
Nobody wants to think of putting a loved one into a care home ! But sometimes there is no option. A very dear friend of mine was sadly amittted to hospital in November 2025 . Over night he was discharged , I knew he was to frail to return home so I promised to find him a 5 star hotel to recover . That's when after visiting other places I found Avonmere . Straight away I knew he would love it . Sam the manager pulled out all the stops to get him accesed in hospital the next day and move straight in . Initially it was only for respite. But he loved the care / fuss and attention so much he didn't want to leave. He's now been there 5 months and has come on so much . The staff are so kind, and attentive. We've had the odd problem but Sam is always there to listen and sort out immediately. They cater for everyone's needs even with activities. They've even taken my friend to watch he's beloved football team play . I've had dealings with our care homes in the past . This one is outstanding
We always aim to make Avonmere feel like a home rather than just a care setting, so hearing that he enjoys the care, attention, activities, and little bits of fuss...
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. Reading your message truly means a lot to me and to the whole team here at Avonmere.We always aim to make Avonmere feel like a home rather than just a care setting, so hearing that he enjoys the care, attention, activities, and little bits of fuss means the world to us. The football trip was definitely a highlight for everyone involved!
Thank you as well for your trust, support, and understanding. It's lovely families and friends like you who make what we do so rewarding.
I will make sure your kind comments are shared with the whole team, as they work incredibly hard every single day and will be so proud to hear this feedback
The management are...
I can't recommend this place enough and always brings a smile to my mums face and mine too
We are delighted to hear that your mum has settled in so well at Avonmere and that she is enjoying the activities, trips, and daily life here. Creating a warm, engaging, and supportive environment for our residents is at the heart of everything we do, so it's incredibly rewarding to know that this...
We are delighted to hear that your mum has settled in so well at Avonmere and that she is enjoying the activities, trips, and daily life here. Creating a warm, engaging, and supportive environment for our residents is at the heart of everything we do, so it's incredibly rewarding to know that this is reflected in your experience.Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts and for your recommendation. It's a pleasure to have your mum as part of our community, and we look forward to continuing to support her happiness and wellbeing
Management always receptive to feedback. I would have no hesitation in recommending Avonmere.
Management always receptive to feedback. I would have no hesitation in recommending Avonmere.
Thank you again for your support and for recommending Avonmere-it is genuinely appreciated.
very warm, friendly, clean, good energies, all the staff we saw were pleasant.
very warm, friendly, clean, good energies, all the staff we saw were pleasant.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted to hear that you found our home warm, friendly, and welcoming, and that our staff made a positive impression. Providing a safe, clean, and supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable and respected is at the heart of what we do, so your feedback means a great deal to us. Thank you
My 89 year old mother,has just moved into Avonmere from an extra care facility and the difference is uncomparable. She was rapidly deteriorating at her previous place due to food and care quality. She's almost like a different person and has only been at Avonmere a week. The care staff are all...
My 89 year old mother,has just moved into Avonmere from an extra care facility and the difference is uncomparable. She was rapidly deteriorating at her previous place due to food and care quality. She's almost like a different person and has only been at Avonmere a week. The care staff are all absolutely wonderful,nothing is a problem, they are bright,cheery and everyone came too mum's room and introduced themselves,which shows how kind and caring they are. The food is absolutely superb and the 5 star chef really pulls out all the stops. There is so much going on there It's a joy to visit. It's lovely sitting in the well manicured gardens on a sunny day. Let's not forget the manager and her excellent admin staff,everyone plays an important part at Avonmere. Mum is a different person now and feels very safe and secure and this is all due to everyone at Avonmere.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. We're truly delighted to hear that your mother has settled in so well at Avonmere and that you've already seen such a positive transformation in her. It means the world to us to know that she feels safe, secure, and cared for-it's exactly what we strive...
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. We're truly delighted to hear that your mother has settled in so well at Avonmere and that you've already seen such a positive transformation in her. It means the world to us to know that she feels safe, secure, and cared for-it's exactly what we strive for every day.Your kind words about our care team, chef, gardens, and admin staff will be shared with everyone-they'll be thrilled to know their efforts have made such a difference. Creating a welcoming and supportive environment is a team effort, and feedback like yours reminds us why we do what we do. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.We look forward to continuing to support your mum and making Avonmere a true home for her.
My husband has Parkinsons disease with dementia and in November 2024 he was admitted to Avonmere care home because of my own health issues. The care he has received at Avonmere has been amazing. The care staff are really fun, friendly, patient & caring & he loves to chat with them. In fact,...
My husband has Parkinsons disease with dementia and in November 2024 he was admitted to Avonmere care home because of my own health issues. The care he has received at Avonmere has been amazing. The care staff are really fun, friendly, patient & caring & he loves to chat with them. In fact, all the staff we've seen on site are welcoming and helpful. The building itself is very light & clean and aesthetically pleasing with a library, games room, several comfortable lounges and an immaculate private dining room in addition to the two main ones. The food is very good, especially the home made cakes! There is always something going on at Avonmere to entertain or involve the residents in activities. There is a games room, library, cinema. salon & several comfortable lounges to use too. My husband will be coming home soon, but we will really miss everyone.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We're truly touched by your words and are so pleased to hear that your husband has felt happy, engaged, and well cared for during his time at Avonmere. It's our privilege to support both residents and their families, and we're glad our team...
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We're truly touched by your words and are so pleased to hear that your husband has felt happy, engaged, and well cared for during his time at Avonmere. It's our privilege to support both residents and their families, and we're glad our team helped make a challenging time a little easier for you both.We'll certainly miss him and you too, but we're heartened to know you'll be leaving with good memories. Wishing you all the very best for when he returns home. Please don't hesitate to stay in touch-our doors are always open.
My father has been a resident since...
Five stars and highly recommended. Well done everyone.and thankyou all for your efforts.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words about Avonmere Care Home. We're truly touched by your heartfelt review and delighted to hear that your father is happy, safe, and well cared for. Our team works hard every day to provide not just excellent care, but also a supportive and...
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words about Avonmere Care Home. We're truly touched by your heartfelt review and delighted to hear that your father is happy, safe, and well cared for. Our team works hard every day to provide not just excellent care, but also a supportive and welcoming environment for all our residents and their families. It means the world to us to know that our efforts have made a positive difference.Your recognition of the staff and management is deeply appreciated-we will be sure to share your comments with the entire team. Thank you once again for your recommendation and trust.
The team manages a great...
The food is great and whilst Dad is picky, this is not a problem as the catering team is very flexible. Overall both my Dad and our family are really happy with the level of care and we look forward to spending more time with him as it's such nice place to visit
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your Dad has settled in well at Avonmere Care Home and that you and your family are happy with the care hes receiving. Its wonderful to know that our staff's compassion and professionalism have made a...
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your Dad has settled in well at Avonmere Care Home and that you and your family are happy with the care hes receiving. Its wonderful to know that our staff's compassion and professionalism have made a positive impact, and that the environment, activities, and flexible catering have all contributed to his comfort and happiness. We truly value your trust and look forward to welcoming you during your visitsit's always a pleasure to see families spending quality time together here
Nothing was too much trouble and...
Nothing was too much trouble and you felt at ease asking the staff for anything.
Thank you so much for your feedback. We are happy that Dad settled well while he was a loved resident with us, transitioning can be so difficult. We are fortunate at Avonmere, our staff are committed to their roles and care about the wellbeing of our residents and their loved ones. We wish you all the best for the future.
My mother-in-law has been a resident here for over six years, probably currently the longest-standing resident. She has lived there through Covid and many management changes, but throughout this, we have had no cause to fault her care. She has, in the past, benefited greatly from the activities and...
My mother-in-law has been a resident here for over six years, probably currently the longest-standing resident. She has lived there through Covid and many management changes, but throughout this, we have had no cause to fault her care. She has, in the past, benefited greatly from the activities and although her involvement in these has declined greatly over the last year or so, she still benefits from the social aspects of residing here.
Thank you so much for taking the time to complete a review of the care home. These reviews make a difference and are always shared with the team so that they can see how appreciated they are! We are so grateful for your kind words.
My grandmother has been in Avonmere for nearly 2 years. The staff are always pleasant and helpful. The facilities and food are excellent. Avonmere has always been professional. My grandmother enjoys the home and feels safe there, and they always seem to have a range of interesting activities for...
My grandmother has been in Avonmere for nearly 2 years. The staff are always pleasant and helpful. The facilities and food are excellent. Avonmere has always been professional. My grandmother enjoys the home and feels safe there, and they always seem to have a range of interesting activities for the residents. Highly recommend.
Hi Adele, thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave all the team at Avonmere a review. I have shared your comments with the team that strives to improve the lives of others. We look forward to seeing you again!
Also, housekeeping is not always up to a high standard and requests have to be made for bin emptying and floor vacuuming.
Also, housekeeping is not always up to a high standard and requests have to be made for bin emptying and floor vacuuming.
Hi John, thank you for leaving us a review, I am glad that you felt the care and support that was delivered at Avonmere was four out of five. I apologise for your experience with the cleanliness of the home, we have recently recruited a full team of housekeeping and are working hard to ensure that...
Hi John, thank you for leaving us a review, I am glad that you felt the care and support that was delivered at Avonmere was four out of five. I apologise for your experience with the cleanliness of the home, we have recently recruited a full team of housekeeping and are working hard to ensure that we stay that way! Please do come and see me if you have any further concerns so that I can work to rectify them.
We found everything superb - care, nurses, staff, accommodation, food, cleanliness, location, comfort and kindness, and security.
We found everything superb - care, nurses, staff, accommodation, food, cleanliness, location, comfort and kindness, and security.
What a lovely place it's like home sweet home. The staff are amazing and show great respect to everyone, please keep up the lovely work you do and a big thank you to you all.
What a lovely place it's like home sweet home. The staff are amazing and show great respect to everyone, please keep up the lovely work you do and a big thank you to you all.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice review
I cannot fault the level of care and support that my mother is receiving at Avonmere. Everything is of a very high standard but it's the staff who deserve a special mention, they are incredibly patient, caring, kind and attentive, nothing is too much trouble. I'm happy that Mum is in good hands....
I cannot fault the level of care and support that my mother is receiving at Avonmere. Everything is of a very high standard but it's the staff who deserve a special mention, they are incredibly patient, caring, kind and attentive, nothing is too much trouble. I'm happy that Mum is in good hands. Thank you Avonmere!
Both my parents-in-law are both on the memory floor and are well looked after. The staff are very professional and caring towards everyone who is in the home whatever floor they live on. I would extremely recommend anyone to put their family in Avonmere as they are very helpful and caring.
Both my parents-in-law are both on the memory floor and are well looked after. The staff are very professional and caring towards everyone who is in the home whatever floor they live on. I would extremely recommend anyone to put their family in Avonmere as they are very helpful and caring.
Thank you for your excellent review of Avonmere Care Home, it is great to read how happy you are with the care and service and I know the team will be really pleased to see this.
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One of our Avonmere residents has been enjoying private piano lessons, reconnecting with a much-loved passion from earlier in her life. Before her sight deteriorated, she loved to sing and...
Our residents had a fantastic time getting into the rhythm during a lively African drumming session, kindly provided by Alive Activities! The session was full of energy, music and plenty...
Our Avonmere residents enjoyed a wonderful day out on the water as we took to the River Severn for a memorable boat trip! With beautiful views, fresh air and plenty...
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Hi, I’m Samantha, the Home Manager at Avonmere. I love working at Avonmere because I have a real passion and drive for enhancing the lives of others...
Hi, I’m Samantha, the Home Manager at Avonmere. I love working at Avonmere because I have a real passion and drive for enhancing the lives of others and supporting people and their families through their care home journey. I understand that moving into a care home can be a difficult and emotional time, and I’m committed to making the transition as smooth and positive as possible.
I began my career as a Care Assistant before progressing to Senior Carer, which is where I discovered my passion for working with older adults. I then completed a Bachelor’s degree in Mental Health Nursing and went on to gain experience in a variety of nursing and care roles, including Registered Service Manager and Deputy Manager, before progressing to my current role as Home Manager.
I also have a passion for art and I love leading an art session with the residents to share my passion and skills with them.
Hi! My name is Jo, and I have worked in the care sector for many years. I started my career as a Care Assistant and have since progressed through a...
Hi! My name is Jo, and I have worked in the care sector for many years. I started my career as a Care Assistant and have since progressed through a variety of roles, including Senior Carer, Care Coordinator and Team Leader, before moving into my current role as Deputy Manager.
I am passionate about providing a high standard of care and believe that everyone deserves to feel valued, respected and supported, whether they are receiving care in their own home or in a care home environment.
Hi, I’m Claire, and I’ve been part of the Avonmere team since the home first opened in 2017. I began my journey as a Kitchen Hostess before moving...
Hi, I’m Claire, and I’ve been part of the Avonmere team since the home first opened in 2017. I began my journey as a Kitchen Hostess before moving into a Receptionist role, and I’ve since worked my way up into my current administrative position. I have loved every moment of my Avonmere journey.
Hi, I’m the Wellbeing & Activities Coordinator at Avonmere, where I have worked for the past four years. My main aim is to promote positive wellbeing...
Hi, I’m the Wellbeing & Activities Coordinator at Avonmere, where I have worked for the past four years. My main aim is to promote positive wellbeing by providing a varied programme of activities, events and trips tailored to each resident’s individual needs, interests and abilities.
I have a Distinction in Health and Social Care, as well as A Levels in Biology and Psychology. I have also completed an NVQ in Leading Activities within a Care Environment, further developing my knowledge and skills in supporting residents’ wellbeing.
Hi, I’m Debra, and I have worked at Avonmere as a Sous Chef for three years and I have been in post as Head Chef for nearly a year now. During my...
Hi, I’m Debra, and I have worked at Avonmere as a Sous Chef for three years and I have been in post as Head Chef for nearly a year now. During my time here, I’ve really enjoyed creating tasty, nutritious and personalised meals that meet the individual needs and preferences of our residents.
Before joining the Avonmere team, I ran pubs for over 20 years, where I developed strong leadership and team management skills.
Outside of work, I love dancing and enjoy showing off my moves at every Avonmere party!
I’m excited to further develop my skills and look forward to continuing to provide our residents with delicious, nutritious and exciting meals.
Hi, I’m Anna, and I’m committed to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for everyone at Avonmere. I’m a positive and friendly person...
Hi, I’m Anna, and I’m committed to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for everyone at Avonmere. I’m a positive and friendly person who enjoys bringing a smile to the faces of both our residents and staff. I take pride in helping to create a comfortable and happy home for everyone.
Hi, I’m Anthony, and I’m dedicated to providing an excellent maintenance service at Avonmere. From fixing taps and testing electrics to making sure...
Hi, I’m Anthony, and I’m dedicated to providing an excellent maintenance service at Avonmere. From fixing taps and testing electrics to making sure equipment is safe and working properly, I’m always happy to help, no matter how big or small the job.
I’m approachable, friendly and always ready to listen. If you have a maintenance issue, I’ll do my best to get it fixed quickly and safely!
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