
Very impressive place. Exceeding in every little detail.Del(Son of Resident/Service User)

We could not be happier with the care, support and attention our mum has received here.Pamela W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Well-run, efficient, clean and very inviting home. No complaints whatsoever.Robert R(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)

Very impressive place. Exceeding in every little detail.Del(Son of Resident/Service User)

We could not be happier with the care, support and attention our mum has received here.Pamela W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Well-run, efficient, clean and very inviting home. No complaints whatsoever.Robert R(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)

Bothwell Castle Care Home is a purpose-built 75-bed care facility situated on Bothwell Road in Uddingston, Lanarkshire.
The Care Home forms part of the Bothwell community, set back from the main road with level access to the entrance and grounds. The surroundings are perfect for residents wishing to maintain a more independent lifestyle, where families can visit with ease.
Arranged over three floors, Bothwell Castle Care Home offers private, spacious bedrooms...
Care Provided by Bothwell Castle
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 75 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
This special offer is available for a limited number of rooms for permanent, self-funding residents moving into the home during the promotional period.
Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability. All admissions are subject to a pre-admission assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Bothwell Castle for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Bothwell Castle to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £117.10 per week. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Good to Know
Person in charge
- Sharon Maxwell (Care Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (71)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (71)
Bothwell Castle Reviews (70)
Bothwell Castle has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.686) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bothwell Castle has 70 reviews.
When they host a party, they give the full works.
Thank you for your lovely review. We do try to ensure that any party hosted by ourselves provides memories for the families and the service user to treasure. I will pass on your kind words to the staff.
Anything as a family we ask, the staff always ensure this is followed up. The only thing I feel there could be more interaction with activities on the first floor as this is what suits my gran's personality.
Thank you for your review. We always strive to improve our services and activities are currently being reviewed. With new staff coming onboard, we are hoping to offer a wider variety of activities throughout the care home for our residents.
It was such a treat to hear my mum's laughter.
Thank you for your lovely review, and for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to know that you enjoyed the birthday celebrations for your mum.
Mum has really settled into Bothwell Caelte. She loves all the entertainment - they have about twice a week. The staff are brilliant, they are so friendly and there to help if and when we need them.
Hi Jean, thank you for your lovely review; I will pass this on to the team. At Bothwell Castle, we try to ensure that all our residents have meaningful activities with music and live entertainment on a regular basis.
Maybe at least monthly a theme day with a 'take away' for the residents.
Agency staff is a concern, especially at weekends. Hopefully, this will improve with additional members of staff in the future.
Thank you for your review. We are continuously recruiting at Bothwell Castle and hope to be back up to being fully staffed with our activity and care staff soon. We are looking at having a round the world theme day once a month where we look at different countries and their cultural food traditions. We welcome any suggestions that you may have.
My sister moved back to Scotland from Australia to be near to family. She has been diagnosed with mixed dementia and had no family left in Australia. She moved into Bothwell Castle in April and the staff have made her and all her family very comfortable. They have made sure she is safe and consulted with the family if any concerns. The staff are excellent and can't do enough to help my sister and family.
Thank you for your kind words. Here at Bothwell Castle we ensure our residents are safe and their health and happiness is a priority. We like to ensure families are updated regularly to keep them fully informed.
Regards.
The number one priority in the home is the safety and well-being of their residents and this is shown by all the staff, from housekeeping to the managers and everyone else in between. Everyone is welcoming and friendly and nothing is too much bother.
The facilities and surroundings are impressive, well-maintained and accessible to residents and visitors. The bedrooms are calming and individualised to each resident.
The well-being and activities programmes are amazing and there is always something going on, whether it is inside or out, it is catered and tailored to meet the needs of all the residents.
It is peace of mind that our sister is in a secure, safe, happy and compassionate environment.
Thank you so much for your kind words. I will pass them on to the staff. We have our residents at the heart of everything we do, and their happiness is very important to us.
All the staff have been kind and helpful from the start and nice to see the friendly welcome that my sister received and the reassurance that they have given her to help her to settle into her new surroundings. The home has provided regular updates on my sister's health and well-being and the communication from the local surgery was excellent. The members of her family who have visited her have all been impressed by the high levels of care and attention so far to my sister and her visitors.
Thank you for your lovely words, I will pass them on to the team. We do understand that moving into a care home can be a difficult time for both the resident and the family. At Bothwell Castle, we promote a welcoming environment and friendly staff who provide support not only for the resident but also for their family members during their stay.
I have found all staff and managers very friendly, helpful and professional. I live down south and the staff keep me updated with any illnesses and problems that occur. The home is kept immaculate and is beautifully furnished.
Thank you for your lovely comments. We do our upmost at Bothwell Castle to ensure that families are fully informed of all that is going on with their loved ones.
The care given to my mother has been good; however, the communication has been very poor. Our family have been unaware of certain significant changes to my mother's care as well as her general health and well-being due to this lack of communication.
I am sorry to hear that you have not had a good experience. At Bothwell Castle, we do our utmost to ensure that families are kept fully up to date with their loved one's care. I am available to discuss your concerns at any time. Please feel free to contact me.
Always greeted by a friendly face from the minute you get into the care home. Staff are always very helpful, very attentive and always willing to help in any way they can. We are so pleased we picked this care home for my mother-in-law and would defiantly recommend it.
Thank you for your kind review. The staff at Bothwell strive to promote our company values and are always on hand to offer support in a kind and passionate manner. I will pass on your kind words to the team.
My relative has been a resident within Bothwell Castle through the covid pandemic and although there were positive cases within the home, did not contract covid. Guidelines were strictly adhered to, but with their compassionate approach, the home dealt with the pandemic in a very considered way. There has been a high turnover of staff and management with agency staff introduced, however, with new additional staff being introduced, positive changes are already noticeable. Family are regularly kept up to date and family meetings show transparency and responsibility. The staff go over and beyond and it's very much noticed and appreciated. Keep up the good work and well done.
Thank you so much for the lovely comments in your review. I will pass this on to the staff for you. It is nice to have the hard work of our care team at Bothwell Castle recognised. I am happy to hear that you have experienced a good quality of service. I know there has been some difficult times,...
Bothwell Castle has always strived to fulfil clients'/residents' needs. Staff continue to take on board family's views and opinions. Lately, even more so as management has changed. Family are welcome to approach staff and are heard.
Thank you so much for your lovely review it means a lot to all of us here at Bothwell Castle. Families' views and opinions do matter to us and we feel honoured to be caring for your loved one.
The new manager is easily accessible and will act on complaints.
Staff generally are very helpful.
Covid hygiene standards have been generally well maintained.
Person-centred care needs to improve. Staff are constantly changing floors, or there are new staff who change, so some staff are not familiar with residents. A "This is Me" document has been issued for each resident which is an improvement.
Awareness of each resident's medical needs is not always well communicated between staff nor is medical history.
Promises made in the brochure about transport and activities are improving, but are very inconsistent and not always appropriate for the residents' cognitive abilities. (ie. if they do not have dementia).
The surroundings are luxurious, but the care needs to improve to meet that standard. The menu and food offered also fluctuate in standard.
Thank you for taking the time to bring your experience to our attention. Our aim is to provide the best possible care to those we support, it is something we take very seriously at Bothwell Castle. I am sorry that you have had a negative experience. I would be happy to arrange a meeting with you...
The staff at Bothwell Castle, always try to accommodate any requests we have. They are friendly and attentive and always ensure they are available for any advice required. The reception staff are always very welcoming and try to accommodate visiting requests wherever possible. I have booked dining on a few occasions in a private room and they could not have done more for us. I feel throughout the pandemic the staff have always tried to do their best and I never heard them complaining. Now things are beginning to get back to normal, I’m sure all aspects of socialising and entertainment will resume, ensuring residents and their families have a happy and active day. Food is always of a very high standard and well presented. All members of staff are very visual within the home and take time to speak to family also. I would recommend Bothwell Castle and look forward to activities and entertainment, post-pandemic, returning to normal, ensuring a fun summer within the home.
Thank you so much for the lovely comments in your review I will pass this on to the staff for you. It is so nice to have the hard work of our care team recognised and I am happy to hear that you have experienced a good quality of service. The team does work hard to care for our residents, the last...
I can’t get my head around the fact it is classed as luxury, and that any review has got to be good and you can’t mention anything about negligence, well the only good thing the home has to offer is the low-income staff are amazing (the little staff they have) security is non-existent for the residents as other residents can go in and out of residents rooms, medical care, is ignored the list goes on. I would like for my aunt to be safe and well looked after but not the case.
Dear Helen, I am very sorry that this is the experience you have had of the home, as the new manager at Bothwell Castle I take any concerns raised seriously. As we have not had a chance to discuss your concerns regarding your aunt, I would be very grateful if you could contact me directly to allow me to make further investigation into this.
My father was admitted to Bothwell Castle Care Home earlier this year following subdural haematomas and requisite surgery at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow. The Care Home has been utterly outstanding both in caring for him and helping him to recuperate. He has also now been diagnosed with early onset dementia and the complicated logistics of transferring him from hospital and both admitting him and assessing him was carried out professionally and faultlessly. He is settled and now fully physically recovered. He has made friends and is enjoying life. The care home staff have been outstanding not only in looking after him but in helping my mother adjust to life on her own. They have facilitated almost every need, quite often at short notice, and even arranged a family Graduation Afternoon Tea for my daughter/his granddaughter. This is a prime example of the thoughtfulness of everyone involved in my fathers care. I simply cannot thank them enough.
It is so very much appreciated and we are so pleased that your father has settled in so well and that this has led to a good quality of life for both him and your mother.
I will be sure to pass on your lovely comments to the staff.
Bothwell Castle through the Dementia Enablement Lead and all the other staff seem to have built a very happy environment, even with this difficult year we have all had to endure.
Mum always seems well-tended, she is clean and her clothes seem well laundered. When I have been in her room it is always clean and well maintained.
My interaction with the staff from reception to care staff, has been nothing but pleasurable, I feel as if they know mum and mum is certainly comfortable around them, which gives me a sense of reassurance. The Dementia Enablement Lead feeds back any issues and is there to answer any questions that need answering.
It is so nice to hear that your mum is settling in so well and that you feel reassured.
I will pass your comments onto staff, they will be really appreciated.
Thank you again.
The Dementia Enablement Lead has been fabulous for me - she’s helped me to understand Dementia just that bit better - she even did a Dementia Experience for everyone and their relatives (scary stuff but brilliant). She always keeps me up to date - and tries to send me some photos when it’s been a good day for my dad and calms me down when I’m having a wobble - don’t know what I’d do without her - she’s fab.
Its good to know that the ability to support with understanding of Dementia is really appreciated by staff, family and friends.
I will make sure that your comments are passed onto our Enablement Lead, I am sure she will really appreciate them.
Thank you again.
My Mother-in-law was a home buddy and only liked her family around her and was not a lady who socialised. Last week was our first visit to see her in seven months. I went into the garden with her grandkids and she was glowing, I could not believe it. After being there for an hour I could see why. The atmosphere was so family orientated. A lot of residents were outside enjoying the glorious sunshine. The jovial camaraderie of the well-being lady supervising them was a joy to watch. After a short time, we were joining in the singsongs and talking over to residents who were outside. My Mother-in-law was telling me all about them and saying they were her friends. She never had friends in her life. I was heartbroken thinking of her in a home but it is not the end, just a new chapter. You could clearly see the residents fussing over each other and the bond was very emotional to see. The staff were not like paid staff but friends and loved ones who enjoyed being with each other. Well done all.
We want everyone to feel that Bothwell Castle is their home, residents and visitors alike. I am so pleased that you felt this atmosphere and enjoyed your visit.
I will pass on your comments to staff, thank you again.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 22 August 2025- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Good
(4)
- How good is our leadership?Good
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- How good is our staff team?Good
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- How good is our setting?Very Good
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- How well is care and support planned?Good
(4)
Bed Vacancies
5 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 31 July 2026We have a variety of bedrooms available with some offering garden views. Please do contact the home for further information.
News (2) & Events (0)
- 12 May 2026
The beloved weekly yoga sessions with Cat are still enjoyed by our residents here at Bothwell Castle Care Home. These mild classes promote both physical and mental well-being while providing...
- 12 May 2026
On the 25th January, residents and visitors gathered here at Bothwell Castle in Lanarkshire for an unforgettable Burns Night celebration. Leading the festivities was Greg the Piper, resplendent in traditional...
There are no upcoming events for Bothwell Castle.
Awards / Recognitions (0)
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Accreditations
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Meet the Team (7)

Sharon Maxwell is a Registered Nurse with 35 years of experience, including 25 years dedicated to working in care homes. She began her career as a staff nurse and has progressively advanced to leadership roles, spending the past decade successfully managing care homes. Sharon is passionate about delivering high-quality care, enhancing the lives of residents and building strong relationships with residents, their families and loved ones.
Outside of work, Sharon enjoys quality time with her family and long walks with her dog, Alfie.

My name is Will, and I have been working in care homes for 20 years, starting my career as a domestic and kitchen assistant before taking on the role of care assistant and working my way up the ranks. I qualified as a registered mental health nurse in 2018 and have continued to work in care homes as I am very passionate about elderly, dementia and palliative care. I have also completed a Master's Degree in Health Professions Education and love to see people strive and achieve in their careers.
In my personal life, I am happily married, love to cook and enjoy taking my wee dog Gabbie for long walks and holidays.

I was originally over at Canniesburn Care Home before it closed for refurbishment. I was asked to come over to Bothwell for a couple of weeks to help with Admin cover and I have been here ever since.
I love my role her at Bothwell Castle, the staff are very friendly and welcoming, their is a great atmosphere around the place.I also enjoy interacting with the residents and getting to know them a bit better and meeting their family members.
Fun Fact about me- I did a sky dive for charity about 5 years ago which was totally amazing.

Lesley is the dedicated administrator at Bothwell Castle.

Derek is the Head Chef at Bothwell Castle Care Home.

Marie is the dedicated Head Housekeeper for Bothwell Castle Care Home.

John is the dedicated Maintenance Operative at Bothwell Castle.
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