
Can totally recommend 110%. Had a family celebration today and the food and service were excellent.J L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

It is a super friendly safe place to visit my grandparents.K P(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

You can tell this is a very special place and everyone is treated so well.Chris W(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Can totally recommend 110%. Had a family celebration today and the food and service were excellent.J L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

It is a super friendly safe place to visit my grandparents.K P(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

You can tell this is a very special place and everyone is treated so well.Chris W(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Watermeadow Grange Care Home in Topsham, offers exceptional residential, dementia and respite care in elegant, purpose-built surroundings. As part of Cinnamon Care Collection, an award-winning provider recognised by carehome.co.uk as a Top 20 Care Home Group since 2018, the home combines outstanding design with compassionate, person-centred care.
The home features beautifully furnished en-suite bedrooms, providing comfort, privacy and style. In addition, spacious one-bedroom care suites include a private lounge and kitchenette,...
Care Provided by Watermeadow Grange
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 86 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fee is subject to a pre-admission assessment and availability
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Watermeadow Grange for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Watermeadow Grange 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
- Cinnamon Care Collection
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Katherine Stephens (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (68)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (9)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (68)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (9)
Visiting
- Visitors warmly welcomed
Parking
- Parking is available
Watermeadow Grange Reviews (56)
Watermeadow Grange has a Review Score of 10 (9.953) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Watermeadow Grange has 56 reviews.
I have now been here since the 23rd of August 2023. My husband died in February, and we had the most incredible help from the wonderful staff. I am quite content to think I shall spend the rest of my days here. The carers are fantastic and give 100% occupied with love. You could not ask for more, you could have every facility you could possibly want and entertainment (I have experienced the homes).
Thank you so much for taking the time to submit such a wonderful review; we are so pleased that you are so happy living here and thank you for choosing Watermeadow Grange!
My father has been a resident at Watermeadow for 9 months and it is something that I can truly say was one of the best decisions. He is far happier than he was living on his own due to how welcoming the staff here and their continuing support. His quality of life is much improved which is a credit to all at Watermeadow.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Watermeadow Grange, we are so pleased to hear your wonderful comments, I will be sure to pass them on to the team. The difference in your dad is huge and he really is part of the Watermeadow family!
Dad knew the time had come for him to move into a home, and he had enjoyed looking around and meeting the managers.
All of the staff are friendly and treat Dad with dignity and respect.
There are a variety of activities available, which Dad joins in with occasionally, and the organisers always check in with him if he is not there.
The food is great too!
Dad recently had an emergency hospital visit which was handled very professionally by the staff involved.
After a night in the hospital, Dad returned, and it was lovely to see the staff welcome him back; Dad was emotional too, as he was back where he felt at home with people he recognised.
As a family, we know Dad is being cared for and supported at Watermeadow and is happy there.
If we have any queries, they are answered quickly.
Thank you so very much for your truly wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear you are so happy with the care your dad receives at Watermeadow Grange and that he has settled so well into his new home. He certainly is part of the 'family' and has a wonderful sense of humour, which we all thoroughly enjoy!
My mother moved to Watermeadow Grange six months ago. The care is excellent. There are always plenty of staff around. My mother has dementia so cannot always join in with some of the activities but the staff provide very person-centred care and she is encouraged and enabled to do as much as possible. She tells me the staff are lovely and she feels safe and well cared for.
Thank you for such positive feedback, which we will share with the team. We are so pleased to hear you are happy with the care provided by the team and especially that your mum feels safe and well cared for!
My father has been in respite in this amazing care home 3 times now, the staff and service is beyond outstanding, nothing is ever too much trouble. He was lucky enough to open the marketing suite in March 2023 as he was once the local policeman of Topsham. He is counting down the days until he returns (and me to visit for the yummy cakes).
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, we're so pleased to hear your dad enjoys his stays with us and you like visiting just as much! We will share your feedback to the team and we look forward to welcoming him back very soon!
The care I am having here at Watermeadow is of the highest ends. It is delivered with extreme kindness and empathy. I spent a lot of my earlier years alone, nursing my mother through rheumatoid arthritis and I had a little boy who was disabled. I therefore wholly appreciate the care I am having.
We are so pleased to hear you are happy living here at Watermeadow Grange, thank you for choosing it to be your home, we will share your feedback with the team which we are sure will be very much appreciated.
Very friendly staff who are tolerant of relatives coming in and out. Sensitive to my mother's needs. Willing to engage members of the local community to enhance the residents' lives, for example the singing group being led by the local choirmaster. Comfortable rooms with plenty of light. Staff are very prompt to act and initiate procedures when there appears to be a medical issue.
Thank you for your kind words we will be sure to share this with the team. We are so pleased that you are happy with the care provided and the community relationships we have been building to help enhance our residents' lives. We love welcoming all our visitors to our home! Thank you and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
We arranged a luncheon at Watermeadow Grange for close family to celebrate the life of my Father who passed away at the home in February. His expressed wish was not to have a funeral but for the family to meet for a meal and remember all the good times we had enjoyed with him over the years. The occasion could not have gone better. The food and service were excellent and the private dining room proved the perfect setting for his important occasion. The staff were all so caring and made such a great effort to make sure that my Mother felt supported on what was a very emotional day for her. The whole family is immensely grateful to all the wonderful people at Watermeadow Grange.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such positive feedback. We are so pleased to hear that your family luncheon in private dining went so well and I know everyone involved felt privileged to be part of this celebration. We are also pleased that your Mum felt supported especially on that day.
Our father was initially booked in for two weeks of respite care, although sadly he passed away at the end of that period. We couldn't have wished for better care during his brief stay at Watermeadow Grange. The biggest compliment we can pay is that the facility is more like a hotel than a care home. However, the biggest plus is the staff. Every member of the team that we met was friendly, professional and compassionate. They gave each family member the confidence to leave early at night knowing that Dad would be cared for. During his final hours, Dad and all family members were treated with the utmost care and dignity. Thoroughly recommended.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review and an even bigger thank you for choosing us and trusting us to look after your father at such a difficult time for you all. It was our privilege to be able to look after him for the end stage of his life and be able to support you and your family too.
Fabulous. A really lovely care home with great amenities including a cinema room with armchairs! Great activities for residents and amazing food!
What a wonderful review, we're so pleased to hear how happy you are with our home for your relative, we make every effort to make sure we run a meaningful activities programme for our residents and that we provide a varied and delicious menu. Your comments will be passed on to the team. Many thanks!
Have enjoyed social contact with all.
It is lovely to have such positive feedback, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Watermeadow Grange for another stay!
The first time visited, I was very impressed with the open spaces and the decor. Very approachable staff who are all very pleasant, kind and helpful. Excellent food and peaceful surroundings. Everything is clean and tidy and it feels more like a 5-star hotel and very impressive. It is a delight to see a friend in such nice conditions. The receptionist is lovely.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review, we are thrilled you enjoyed your visit and will of course pass on your wonderful comments to the team. We look forward to welcoming you back to Watermeadow Grange in the near future.
Attention to detail.
Respond to queries promptly.
High level of care.
Time is taken to listen.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience of Watermeadow Grange, we are pleased to receive such positive feedback and will pass it on to the team.
Mum moved into Watermeadow Grange recently. It was a huge upheaval for her to move from her own home. She has settled in really well and that is very much down to the gentle care and attention she has received from everyone since she moved in. On my visits, I have found everyone very friendly and helpful and most importantly they all seem to really enjoy their work and genuinely care for the welfare of the residents. Nothing is too much trouble.
Watermeadow is truly a wonderful place in so many ways - the food is excellent - all freshly made and the food choices are tailored to all tastes. The surroundings are fabulous - very clean and very tastefully decorated throughout. The itinerary for activities for the residents is excellent - Mum particularly enjoys the daily exercise classes which have already impacted her general strength and mobility.
I feel that so much care and thought has gone into all aspects of the home and feel very lucky that we were able to secure a room for mum.
Wow what an amazing review which I will share with the team. Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home and we are so pleased that we're making such a positive difference to your mum.
Always attentive - keen to bend to parent's needs. Always friendly and engage in conversation.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and leaving such positive feedback. We are so pleased you are happy with the service we are providing for your parents, the team takes great pride in delivering a high standard of care and this wonderful feedback reinforces that. Many thanks.
Staying at Watermeadow Grange was like being in a 5-star hotel. Food excellent. The staff are all so professional and caring without exception. I can't criticise anything about the beautiful home.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home and we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay with us so much, what an amazing review! Your positive feedback means so much to everyone. Many thanks from Management and the Team
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Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Cinnamon Care Collection
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Cinnamon Care Collection
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Cinnamon Care Collection
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Meet the Team (6)

As General Manager at Watermeadow Grange, I feel incredibly proud to be part of such a caring and supportive community. My role is to lead the overall day-to-day running of the home, ensuring every resident receives the highest standard of person-centred care within a safe, welcoming and homely environment. Building strong relationships with our residents, families and team is one of the most rewarding aspects of my role, and I truly believe these connections are what make our home so special.
I am passionate about creating an environment where residents feel safe, valued, respected and truly at home. I work closely with our dedicated team to ensure we deliver compassionate, high-quality care while supporting residents to continue living fulfilling and meaningful lives with dignity, companionship and happiness every day.MY EXPERIENCE
Throughout my 20-year nursing career, I have remained passionate about supporting older people and creating positive experiences for both residents and their families. My experience has given me a strong understanding of the importance of kindness, empathy and person-centred support, and I am committed to leading a team that shares these values.
At Watermeadow Grange, our team is carefully selected not only for their skills and experience, but also for their compassion, warmth and willingness to always go the extra mile to brighten someone’s day. I am proud to lead such a dedicated team who work tirelessly to create a truly supportive and caring environment.
ABOUT ME
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends and appreciate the importance of creating meaningful moments with the people around us. I bring this same ethos into daily life at Watermeadow Grange, where we are more than just a care home, we are a family.

My name is Josie, and I am one of the Deputy Managers at Watermeadow Grange. I’m responsible for supporting the General Manager in the day-to-day running of the home. My responsibilities include supporting team members, promoting person-centred care, compliance with regulations and quality standards, and ensuring high standards of care delivery.
My ExperienceI have over 15 years of experience within the care industry, this is across hospitals, community and residential settings. I joined Watermeadow Grange as a Team Leader, and after being recognised for my hard work, I was promoted to Deputy Manager in March 202,5 and I could not be prouder! I am extremely passionate about delivering high standards of person-centred care and ensuring we are always acting in our residents’ best interests. My main passion within care is helping those who live with Dementia.
About meI have 3 wonderful children; I love going to the gym and taking part in charity events. My most recent event was raising money for Alzheimer's when I did a 28-mile trek around the Jurassic coast!!

I am the Deputy Manager at Watermeadow Grange. I’m responsible for supporting the General Manager in the day-to-day running of the home. My responsibilities include supporting team members, promoting person-centred care, compliance with regulations and quality standards, and ensuring high standards of care delivery.
My ExperienceI have over 25 years of management experience working in the care industry. I am very passionate about person-centred care and going the extra mile to make someone’s day. My expertise lies in team building, personal development, and continuous improvement.
About MeI live in Topsham with my husband and two daughters. Outside of work, I love spending time with my family on the river with our paddleboards or finding new routes to cycle on my road bike. To rela,x I enjoy cooking and finding plant-based new recipes.
I am so excited to join the talented team at Watermeadow Grange and make the Cinnamon difference!

My name is Tanya, and I am a Home Admissions Advisor. My role is to provide information and support to those looking at moving into care and the options available to them. Choosing the right care home can be a difficult decision to make, whether it be future planning or reacting to a crisis, it’s often a daunting, emotional experience for the prospective resident or their family, but I am here to make the journey simple, clear and give all the answers to all the questions you may have and make the process a positive one.
My ExperienceDelivering excellent customer service has always been a passion of mine, and I have many years of experience working in the social housing sector. However, for the last 6 years, I have worked in the luxury care home sector, which has been so rewarding, and it’s always been a pleasure to be the first point of contact for people enquiring. I strongly believe in treating people in the same way I would expect myself or my family to be treated. A little bit of kindness goes a long way. After relocating to North Devon, I am proud to be working for Cinnamon Care Collection and continue in a role I am passionate about with a company that shares the same passions and ethics as I do.
About MeI relocated from Wiltshire to North Devon with my partner to follow our self-build dream, selling our beautiful home to move onto our plot (yes, in a caravan!), so for the foreseeable future, my spare time will be on the site getting stuck in to make the dream a reality! When I do get some ‘me’ time, I am a keen runner, having completed numerous half marathons to eventually complete a full marathon, I’d be happy just doing it once though!! I have two grown-up children and am so lucky to have the most adorable 3-year-old granddaughter.

Hello, my name is Lizzie, and I am one of the Well-being & Lifestyle Coordinators here at Watermeadow Grange. We create a diverse activities and events programme with our residents, taking into account what they are interested in as well as offering opportunities to try out new and different things. We also love working with our local community groups in Topsham and beyond.
My experience:My background is in events coordination, working in the local community with families and groups creating diverse art projects, teaching English, and running an Art Gallery in North Devon. I love working at Watermeadow Grange, being with such wonderful residents and the team here to make some new and old memories with our activities and events programme.
About me:I live near Tiverton and have two grown-up sons, George and Harry. I love my garden, reading, drawing, going on lots of adventures and spending time with family and friends.

Dave leads our kitchen at Watermeadow Grange with passion, creativity, and a genuine love for bringing people together through good food. As our Head Chef, he is dedicated to creating nutritious, comforting, and beautifully prepared meals that feel like home while supporting the well-being of every resident.
My ExperienceWith over a decade of experience, Dave has worked in a range of high-quality kitchens across the Southwest. Before joining us, he spent 2½ years as Head Chef at Dainton Park Golf Club and previously served as Executive Head Chef at Cofton Holiday Park. He also held the Head Chef position at the Dartmoor Halfway Inn. Dave trained at South Devon College in Paignton, where he qualified as a chef and discovered his love for the craft. He thrives on the challenges and creativity that cooking brings, and he takes pride in delivering meals that make people smile.
About MeOutside the kitchen, Dave is a devoted dad to three wonderful children. He’s a big rugby fan and enjoys watching all kinds of sport, though most of his free time is happily spent with his family. His warm personality and commitment to caring for others shine through in everything he does, especially in the food he creates for our residents.
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