
this is a testament to the staff at Wharfeside, he called them his angels.C P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

He is made to feel comfortable and the staff are quick to help him with his needs at all times.L S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Your staff have been wonderful in looking after mum. They have managed to put a smile on her faceJulie M(Resident / Service User)

this is a testament to the staff at Wharfeside, he called them his angels.C P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

He is made to feel comfortable and the staff are quick to help him with his needs at all times.L S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Your staff have been wonderful in looking after mum. They have managed to put a smile on her faceJulie M(Resident / Service User)

Anchor's Wharfeside is a care home, located in historical Otley.
Wharfeside provides residential and residential dementia care for up to 66 older people in a luxurious environment, finished to the highest standard and incorporating the latest supportive technology.
New residents are welcome, for both permanent care and shorter stays/ respite care as well as convalescence.
Wharfeside's impressive facilities include all bedrooms with en suite wet room facilities, a bar area,...
Care Provided by Wharfeside
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 66 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees can vary depending on care needs and other factors. Colleagues at Wharfeside will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Wharfeside for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Wharfeside 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
- Anchor
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Louise Bulcock (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2022
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (66)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (66)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at Wharfeside.
Parking
- The home have onsite parking, including disabled spaces and electric vehicle charging points.
Wharfeside Reviews (45)
Wharfeside has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.847) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wharfeside has 45 reviews.
Beautiful new care home, looking and feeling more like a high-end hotel. Excellent care is given, as usual. Simply a lovely place for Mum to live. Many thanks.
One of the first things that strikes you at Wharfeside is it is calm and peaceful. The staff are always patient and treat residents and visitors with respect. Wharfeside is spotlessly clean and residents are treated with dignity and their individual needs are catered for.
Mum has advanced dementia. She lived in a previous home for 10 years prior to its closure and the move to Wharfeside. She is settling well into a well-appointed room with views over the river, supported by staff who know her and continue to care for her with the high level of dignity and respect our family has always appreciated and been comforted by. The facilities and accommodation in Wharfeside are absolutely lovely, and alongside the homely feel and caring staff, we could not wish for better for Mum.
My mother has been a resident for almost three years and I have been very satisfied with the level of care she has had. She is treated in a friendly way by all staff who work extremely hard in often difficult circumstances to keep all residents happy. The transition to the new premises was well-organised and relatively stress-free for all concerned (perhaps not staff!) and I am hoping that after a period of settling in, a new period of even better care and support can begin. Good luck to everyone in your wonderful new home!
Mum moved from the old building to Wharfeside on Tuesday. The move was well-planned and orchestrated. The new facility is excellent in every respect - it looks and feels like a five-star hotel - certainly a homely environment for the residents. Mum has had no trouble adjusting and loves her new, bright, airy room with a lovely view. The staff are brilliant and caring, and we have peace knowing that our mum is safe and well cared for.
Bed Vacancies
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 27 July 2026We currently have two vacancies for care. Please contact Wharfeside directly for more information.
News (6) & Events (0)
- 11 Jun 2026
Anchor care homes across the North, including Wharfeside in Otley are inviting local people to come together and enjoy the football this summer as they host World Cup Socials during...
- 02 Apr 2026
A former Otley firefighter, who turns 100 later this year, was given a memorable surprise when a fire engine arrived outside Anchor’s Wharfeside care home, where he has lived for...
- 22 Dec 2025
Residents and colleagues at Anchor care homes across West Yorkshire are embracing the festive spirit in style. From crafting Christmas decorations and singing carols, to decorating trees and baking festive...
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