
The staff are excellent and nothing is too much trouble.Suzanne M(Respite Resident/Service User)

The facilities on offer at Deer Park are extraordinaryA P(Son of Resident/Service User)

The staff made Mum feel very welcome and the care was first class!J H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The staff are excellent and nothing is too much trouble.Suzanne M(Respite Resident/Service User)

The facilities on offer at Deer Park are extraordinaryA P(Son of Resident/Service User)

The staff made Mum feel very welcome and the care was first class!J H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Located in the historic market town of Ledbury, Deer Park Care Home is a short distance from several Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including the Malvern Hills and Wye Valley. Open since 2022, Deer Park Care Home provides 24 hour residential, dementia, nursing and respite care for individuals living in Ledbury and the wider Herefordshire area.
Incorporating many thoughtful and practical features that ensure the comfort and safety of its residents...
Care Provided by Deer Park Care Home
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 64 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- 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
The home provides person-centred dementia care, as well as respite stays for those seeking a short-term break or convalescence care following illness or surgery.
This assessment helps them to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual and to ensure that they are able to meet those care needs.
For those requiring nursing care, you may be eligible for Funded Nursing Care (FNC). If awarded, this contribution will be deducted from your weekly fee.
Please call them to discuss availability and arrange a visit.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Deer Park Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Deer Park 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Porthaven Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Kevin Peck(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (64)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at any time.
Parking
- Ample parking available on site.
Deer Park Care Home Reviews (43)
Deer Park Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.908) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Deer Park Care Home has 43 reviews.
Wow what an amazing place, its like a 5 star hotel, a gym, a bistro, a cinema, a lovely outside area, its beautiful.
My nan has nothing but praise for the staff and nursing team, saying how they always have time.for her.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Deer Park to anyone looking for care
Dave
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. We are thrilled to hear that your grandmother is enjoying her time at Deer Park and that she feels well cared for by our staff and nursing team. We truly appreciate your support.
The home is so friendly, welcoming and I love how it looks. Kevin the home manager is quick to help me if I need help with anything and nothing is too much trouble. The care they give my friend is second to none and I wouldn't miss a beat recommending them for care - I hope when I need care they've got a bed free for me!
It is great to hear you enjoy your visits to Deer Park and are happy with the care your friend receives.
My nan has recently spent some time here for respite.The place is amazing its like a hotel, The staff were friendly and made my nan feel welcome, the food appeared to be excellent, my nan certainly enjoyed her stay and I would have no hesitation in recommending to anyone for a respite stay.
Thank you for your feedback. It was a pleasure to have your nan with us. Please do visit us again soon for coffee and a catch up.
I have nothing but praise for Deer Park, the welcoming & friendly staff, purpose built facilities, and countless activities available to their residents and regular attendees. Unlike so many care homes, Deer Park permitted Mum to enjoy respite here for a minimum of 1 week at a time. We had attended some 5 events, which were open to the community, prior to her first stay back in September 2024. This clever business initiative allowed my mum to become familiar with staff and the building prior to her first stay, minimising any feeling of being unsettled, plus reassurance that she was in safe hands. As her needs evolved the first floor (dementia floor) became a better fit for her. Mum made some wonderful friends and always seemed extremely at home whenever we went back for various open events. Catering, reception and housekeeping are all excellent. I would not hesitate in recommending Deer Park to anyone, whether it be respite care or permanent.
We truly appreciate your kind and detailed review of Deer Park. Your feedback truly means the world to us, and it is our honour to care for your mum.
Deer Park Care Home is a very welcoming place to visit. The first thing that strikes you is the buzz of the cafe or "bistro" where residents and visitors can chat over delicious drinks and biscuits. The facilities are impeccably clean and second to none - from the hairdressing salon to the small cinema upstairs, the whole place feels more like an upmarket hotel than a care home. I particularly like the many beautifully appointed lounges (of different sizes) scattered throughout the building so that when visiting with family, there is always somewhere to gather.
The staff are unfailingly lovely, caring and professional. They also regularly e-mail round the long list of weekly activities which helps keep everyone informed about events such as films, singing groups and outings.
I have no hesitation in warmly recommending Deer Park if you are looking for a new home for yourself or a loved one.
Thank you for your kind feedback. It is great to hear you are happy with Deer Park and would recommend it to others.
My mother in law has been a resident at Deer Park Care Home for just over 2 years. The level of care and attention given has been consistently excellent and the environment is welcoming. The staff are now permanent and of a very high standard. Deer Park was an excellent choice.
Thank you for your review. It is great to hear you are happy with our home and team and feel our home was the best choice for your mother-in-law.
A very good place for respite care. My mother absolutely loved the food. We all felt she was safe and kindly cared for. We would recommend.
It is great to hear your mother enjoyed her stay with us. Please do visit us soon for coffee and a catch up!
From my first visit to the home, and each time I visit my mum, I am always impressed with the efficiency, friendliness and professionalism of all the staff. It gives me great comfort to see my mum happy and joining in with the activities and eating good quality food. I know every day she is safe and well cared for. I would certainly have no hesitation in recommended to anyone.
It is fantastic to hear you would recommend our home to others and that you are impressed with the care your mum receives.
We are really pleased that our parents are here - everyone has been kind and courteous with both my parents and the wider family and this is very much appreciated. An excellent facility and I would not hesitate to recommend it to other families.
It is wonderful that you would recommend our home to others. I am glad to hear you are happy your parents are at Deer Park.
My husband started in the care home as a respite resident in July 2024, and my family and I were quickly impressed with the care provided. His care needs accelerated and he has been a full-time resident since the end of August 2024. The staff have been kind and show the greatest respect to the residents. We have on occasion had a meal or two and found the food to be very good.
It is a pleasure to have your husband with us and fantastic to hear you are impressed with the care we provide.
Since my mother came to Deer Park Care Home we have been extremely happy with the care and attention she has received from all the staff. From our experience, the admin staff have gone above and beyond, as have the management and carers. It has been a 5 star experience.
It is great to hear you have been happy with the care and attention your mother has received since being at Deer Park.
We have found Deer Park to be a wonderful home for our parents. The staff are kind, caring and professional. The food is delicious and the facilities are amazing. They receive excellent care and are encouraged to get involved with the varied activities and trips. Consequently mum and dad have settled in exceptionally well and are very happy here.
Thank you for your brilliant feedback. It is a pleasure having your parents with us.
We have had a very positive experience at the Deer Park Care Home. The staff are very helpful, considerate and caring and have been very kind to my mother in her transition to the care home. Deer Park was highly recommended by a friend and so we are delighted that it is working so well for my mother. Thank you.
Thank you for your review. I am glad we were able to ease the transition for your mother and that you are happy with our team.
Mum settled into life here very quickly. She has made friends with other residents and enjoys participating in the social events. There is always a warm welcome when I visit Mum. The staff are happy to help. I and my family feel comforted that Mum is safe and well cared for.
Here at Deer Park, we always endeavour to provide a warm welcome, so I am glad to hear you receive just that when visiting Mum. It is also fantastic that Mum is taking advantage of the activities and events on offer in our home.
After an exhaustive search for a suitable home to care for our mum, thankfully we found Deer Park. Not only does it have a warm and welcoming environment the staff are so helpful, approachable and kind. Our mum is treated with dignity and respect and the staff constantly acknowledge and engage in conversation with her. We are totally relaxed in the knowledge that mum is being well looked after here and it is a pleasure to visit her and see a big smile on her face. Thank you to every member of staff at Deer Park.
What heart-warming feedback, thank you! It fills me with pride to hear your mum is happy in our home and that you are satisfied with the care she is receiving.
Since my mother came to stay with you I feel that she has bloomed in such a short time. The staff are all exceptional, friendly, caring and just really nice to spend time with. The facilities are just amazing. Thank you all for making life good for my mother.
How wonderful it is to hear the positive effect you feel living at Deer Park has had on your mother. It is a pleasure to have her with us.
We moved my mother to Deer Park and the care has been phenomenal. The staff are very pleasant and really care about the residents. Facilities are excellent and care is extended to relatives who spend a lot of time in the home as mother is receiving end-of-life care. Everyone is friendly and polite and always greet you, the same is extended to residents. Dignity is always respected at Deer Park and everyone shows genuine care.
Thank you for taking a moment to leave us your review. It is great to hear you are pleased with your mother's care, and I will be sure to pass your feedback onto the rest of the team.
Excellent care by staff, nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are like a hotel. Cannot find fault with anything, would recommend this case home to anyone!
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Deer Park. I am very proud of our team, and reading reviews such as this only support this more.
Her room was peaceful and calm and she felt safe and relaxed.
We are sorry she was only there at the end of her life but for us all, it was a very beautiful experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback on our home and staff. I am so pleased that you had this experience at such a difficult time. I am very proud of our team and am always so happy to read that people have received this experience. I will make sure your kind feedback to everyone in the home.
The food was top quality and lots of activities supplied.
I highly recommend Deer Park and would like to assure future residents that they will be incredibly well looked after. Thank you to all the staff.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our wonderful home. I am so pleased that your husbands stay was so positive. I will share your feedback with our wonderful team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 13 January 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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.
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Meet the Team (9)

Hello, my name is Kevin Peck, and I am the Home Manager here at Deer Park.
I am an ex-soldier who served in the Royal Artillery, and I have received my Level 4 Registered Managers award and Level 5 Leadership and Management QCF. I am also a Mind Ambassador.
With over 25 years of experience working in the care sector and an additional 20 years working as a qualified nurse, I have managed seven separate care homes, including a 95-bed dementia village. All my hard work has contributed to my extensive experience in all aspects of care management.
Being married to my wonderful wife, who also works in the care industry, allows me to have a good understanding of the challenges of working in care. I also have four children, three sons, two in their late 20s and my youngest a year old, and a daughter who is eight years old - she likes to keep me on my toes!
Outside of work, I enjoy playing football with my five-a-side team, and I am a qualified referee at the county level. I referee both ladies' and men’s football in the Gloucestershire area.

Hello, my name is George, and I am the Clinical Deputy Manager here at Deer Park.
I am a Registered Nurse with 10 years worth of experience in the health and social care sector. I am currently undertaking my Level 5 apprenticeship in Leadership and Management, and successfully completed the Lead to Succeed programme in 2025.
I am highly motivated and have a comprehensive knowledge of the field, having worked in all areas of care, including as a Care Assistant, Team Leader and the Nurse in Charge.

Hello, my name is Lisa, and I am the Non-Clinical Deputy Manager here at Deer Park.
I have worked within the social care sector for over 15 years and feel privileged and proud to work at Deer Park, which is in the town where my family have lived for many years.
In my spare time, I like to appreciate the quiet beauty of the countryside, and I am at my happiest when with my children.

Hello, my name is Sue Moorcroft, and I am the Client Services Manager here at Deer Park Care Home.

Hello, my name is Sarah Fleeting, and I am the Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator here at Deer Park.
I have worked at Deer Park for 16 months, and I find my role very rewarding as I know our team makes a positive difference in the lives of our residents every day. This is my first role in a care home, and I have been thoroughly enjoying it so far. Before joining the Deer Park team I worked mostly in hospitality, and I have NVQs in Hospitality and Customer Care.
Outside of work, I like to spend time with my husband, our daughter and our pomchi, Tally. I am also a Brownie leader and sometimes help out in my friend's pottery painting studio.

Hello, my name is Sarah Birkett, and I am the Home Administrator here at Deer Park.
I have lived in Ledbury for several years now, and I am very proud to work at Deer Park.
In my spare time, I love attending the theatre, spending time with my cats, completing word and number puzzles and being with my amazing children.

Hello, my name is Amanda, and I am the Home Trainer here at Deer Park.
I have worked in the care sector for over 36 years, working with children, young adults with learning disabilities and seniors. I have worked in children's homes, care homes and residents' own homes.
I have numerous qualifications, including a L3 Diploma in Adult Care, a Level 2 NVQ in Elderly Care, a Level 4 Advanced People Handling and RA and a Level 3 TQUK in Education and Training.
In my spare time, I enjoy knitting, kick boxing, walking and taking care of my family.

Hello, my name is Dermott, and I am the Dementia Care Manager here at Deer Park.
I have an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care as well as 23 years of experience providing dementia care.

Hello, my name is Carina, and I am the Head Housekeeper here at Deer Park.
I started at Porthaven in 2023 as a Domestic Assistant and was promoted to Head Housekeeper in 2024.
I am an optimistic person who works hard and holds strong positive values. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, watching comedy television, spending time with my family and travelling.
Frequently Asked Questions about Deer Park Care Home
What types of Care is Deer Park Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Deer Park Care Home have?
There are 64 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Deer Park Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Deer Park Care Home to the centre of Ledbury?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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