They are kind and caring and take the time to get to know residents individuallyAlison P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
They are kind and caring and take the time to get to know residents individuallyAlison P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
The DurhamGate in Spennymoor offers permanent residential care, dementia support, short-term respite services and palliative care.
Professional staff provide continuous assistance tailored to individual requirements within a modern and comfortable setting.
Amenities include a cinema lounge, café space and on-site salon, while bedrooms are furnished with private en-suite bathrooms.
Situated in County Durham, the home combines landscaped gardens with a dynamic activities schedule.
Contact The DurhamGate to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge. Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.
What’s included?
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply an agreed hourly charge for this service.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The DurhamGate for full pricing details and T&Cs.
The DurhamGate has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.801) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The DurhamGate has 40 reviews.
What a wonderful care home, every member of staff cares about the residents, lovely food, modern but very comfortable, lots of activities for the residents. All aspects of care taken care of; hairdressers, dentists, eye exam, all done in what is home to the residents and familiar for those with...
What a wonderful care home, every member of staff cares about the residents, lovely food, modern but very comfortable, lots of activities for the residents. All aspects of care taken care of; hairdressers, dentists, eye exam, all done in what is home to the residents and familiar for those with dementia. Happily recommend DurhamGate.
Hello and thank you! Straight to the point and wholeheartedly accurate! As endorsed by your Dad, in his humorous resident survey submission! The staff team will be over the moon with your review, they thoroughly enjoy looking after your Dad and we are very happy to be able to make a difference in his and indeed your lives. Thank you for taking the time to submit this review.
This review is on behalf of our relative, he passed away March 20th after being a resident in this beautiful care home for 8 weeks. It was every staff member that fulfilled his dying wishes. He was given 3/4 weeks to live and lasted 8 weeks due to all these marvellous people. We would all like to...
This review is on behalf of our relative, he passed away March 20th after being a resident in this beautiful care home for 8 weeks. It was every staff member that fulfilled his dying wishes. He was given 3/4 weeks to live and lasted 8 weeks due to all these marvellous people. We would all like to say a huge thank you as his family and friends for allowing us all to bid him farewell in your beautiful home. The food was superb, as was everything else. He would of been so proud, he loved them all very much. Thank you so much.
Hi and thank you so very much for taking the time to write and submit this review. Looking after your cousin was a real privilege and I can genuinely say that he was a warm, stoic gentleman who retained his sense of humour to the end. It was an honour to host the wake at The DurhamGate. We are...
Hi and thank you so very much for taking the time to write and submit this review. Looking after your cousin was a real privilege and I can genuinely say that he was a warm, stoic gentleman who retained his sense of humour to the end. It was an honour to host the wake at The DurhamGate. We are delighted that you all still visit the home and come and see other residents with which you have become friends. This is a real boost and the whole team will be uplifted to read this.
On entering DurhamGate, you are presented with a very calm, well designed and professional service. The surroundings are carefully decorated and well maintained to a high standard. Apart from the superb setting, the care my mam received was second to none. She was treated with respect, dignity and...
On entering DurhamGate, you are presented with a very calm, well designed and professional service. The surroundings are carefully decorated and well maintained to a high standard. Apart from the superb setting, the care my mam received was second to none. She was treated with respect, dignity and love. Her respite went smoothly and I felt she was safe and being cared for well. All the staff are professional, caring and approachable. Buzzers were answered quickly and issues dealt with promptly. You have restored my faith in the care system.
Thank you for this lovely review. The whole staff team at The DurhamGate will appreciate the feedback and will be very heartened that we have restored your faith in the care system. Long may that continue. Your mum settled well and responded to the attention and hospitality. We were glad to be of help and of course, would love to see your Mum again in the future.
I am thoroughly impressed with the exceptional standards maintained by the DurhamGate Care Home. The environment is warm and inviting, creating a homely atmosphere that is both comfortable and secure for all residents. The quality of care provided by the staff is outstanding. Each member of the...
I am thoroughly impressed with the exceptional standards maintained by the DurhamGate Care Home. The environment is warm and inviting, creating a homely atmosphere that is both comfortable and secure for all residents. The quality of care provided by the staff is outstanding. Each member of the team demonstrates remarkable dedication, professionalism, and compassion, ensuring everyone's needs are catered for with empathy and respect. The care home is beautifully decorated and furnished. Everywhere is clean and well-maintained, reflecting a commitment to providing a safe and hygienic living space. The facilities available are top-notch, offering a wide range of activities and amenities that promote both physical and mental well-being. The bedrooms and ensuite facilities are superb. The gardens and common areas are beautifully kept, providing an ideal environment for relaxation and socialization. Overall, The DurhamGate excels in creating a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.
Hello Marion, Thank you very much indeed for this review; the whole team at DurhamGate will be thrilled with this glowing response and I am sure will spur them on to continue to provide the highest standards of care at the home for your Mum and all of our other residents. Your mum is a delight to...
Hello Marion, Thank you very much indeed for this review; the whole team at DurhamGate will be thrilled with this glowing response and I am sure will spur them on to continue to provide the highest standards of care at the home for your Mum and all of our other residents. Your mum is a delight to look after and everyone is well versed in her daily routine of breakfast first and then out for coffee with you. Nice to have a coffee shop so close! Thank you. It is a privilege for us to serve.
My parents have received exceptional care from all staff...
My parents are thriving and regard DurhamGate as their forever home. Thank you all so much.
Many thanks indeed for taking the time to provide this review and the content which our team will find uplifting and helpful. Your Mother and Father have quickly fitted in as popular new residents to The DurhamGate community bringing great conversation, charm and wit to an already convivial...
Many thanks indeed for taking the time to provide this review and the content which our team will find uplifting and helpful. Your Mother and Father have quickly fitted in as popular new residents to The DurhamGate community bringing great conversation, charm and wit to an already convivial atmosphere. It is a great pleasure to have not one now but two married couples living with us, building great friendship groups and enjoying all the facilities and hospitality.
I came to the home following a knee operation to get physio and time to recover from an operation. The home itself is now well designed and beautifully decorated and clean and comfortable. The staff are pleasant and efficient and friendly and always willing to help. I enjoyed being with them. They...
I came to the home following a knee operation to get physio and time to recover from an operation. The home itself is now well designed and beautifully decorated and clean and comfortable. The staff are pleasant and efficient and friendly and always willing to help. I enjoyed being with them. They were able to laugh at themselves and others. They kept to rules about drugs which on occasions were irksome but I suppose were necessary. All in all, a pleasant visit.
Hello. Thank you so much for this valuable feedback. It was an absolute pleasure to have you stay with us. We enjoyed your insight, wit and intelligence. We hope that we have helped in your recovery and we would of course be delighted to welcome you back once you have had the next knee done! Your...
Hello. Thank you so much for this valuable feedback. It was an absolute pleasure to have you stay with us. We enjoyed your insight, wit and intelligence. We hope that we have helped in your recovery and we would of course be delighted to welcome you back once you have had the next knee done! Your comments are a valuable insight into the day-to-day workings of a modern, luxury care home and will be well received by our staff team.
Thank you so much for showing...
Thank you so much for showing so much compassion while looking after my nana.
We are absolutely delighted to have the opportunity to look after your nana, who is a pleasure to have around and is enjoying hearing about family adventures abroad! I appreciate that you tend to pop in during the evenings and perhaps don't get a direct sense of activities. Our activity manager who...
We are absolutely delighted to have the opportunity to look after your nana, who is a pleasure to have around and is enjoying hearing about family adventures abroad! I appreciate that you tend to pop in during the evenings and perhaps don't get a direct sense of activities. Our activity manager who has herself recently completed a sky-dive, is driving some excellent activities into the home; so if you do get the chance to visit earlier that would be great! The staff team will be very pleased to have your feedback as it is always a boost to morale. Thank you very much for taking the time to do this.
My father has already been in The DurhamGate Care Home twice for respite since the opening in November 2023. We were even invited to enjoy Christmas Day lunch which was an absolute treat. The food is second to none and everyone is cared for in their individual way. It is a first-class facility with...
My father has already been in The DurhamGate Care Home twice for respite since the opening in November 2023. We were even invited to enjoy Christmas Day lunch which was an absolute treat. The food is second to none and everyone is cared for in their individual way. It is a first-class facility with excellent management and staff who cared for my dad whilst I was away. I did not worry once about him as I knew he was in good hands. Without doubt, DurhamGate Care Home can only be highly recommended for a loved one.
Hi Yvonne, Thank you so much for dropping this review in on The DurhamGate. Your father is a lovely gent, I have enjoyed a few chats with him when at the home and we would love the opportunity to have him back any time. The home manager and the staffing team will be delighted to have this feedback which always gives everyone the boost and encouragement to do well for our residents. Thank you.
The warmth and care from the home manager and front of house filter through from the top...
It was an absolute pleasure to visit a 1st class home (more like a hotel). Would I recommend? 100%, can't thank you enough.
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your thoughts and provide feedback to us, which is of great benefit and value to the team. We thoroughly enjoyed looking after your Mum during her respite stay and would be a privilege to be able to see your Mum and yourself again in the future. Thank you.
We have had a wonderful Mother's Day celebration this month, the attention to detail second to none. The food and service were fabulous and I can honestly say it's been one of the loveliest days I have spent with my mam for a while. A missive thank you to everyone involved.
We have had a wonderful Mother's Day celebration this month, the attention to detail second to none. The food and service were fabulous and I can honestly say it's been one of the loveliest days I have spent with my mam for a while. A missive thank you to everyone involved.
We are very privileged to look after your Mam, she is a delight to share the day with and makes all the staff smile! I am so pleased you were able to enjoy the Mother's Day celebration with your Mam, here at The DurhamGate. The staff will be very pleased to have your feedback, which is always much appreciated. The value of your comments counts for so much. Thank you for taking the time to share.
Our relative was in DurhamGate from 20th January until yesterday 19th March when he passed away through terminal illness. His time spent there was fabulous, he said it was his home and loved every moment. All of the staff from management to cleaners treated him with all the love and care anyone...
Our relative was in DurhamGate from 20th January until yesterday 19th March when he passed away through terminal illness. His time spent there was fabulous, he said it was his home and loved every moment. All of the staff from management to cleaners treated him with all the love and care anyone could have wished for and helped to fulfil all his last wishes. This is truly a home for the residents. Everything about DurhamGate is first class. When our relative was taken out yesterday for the last time all the staff lined up in respect. It was a very emotional moment and we couldn’t thank them enough. They have truly supported us in every way, through a very rough time, a huge thank you to our Adore Care family.
Hello Peter, it was an absolute privilege to look after your cousin. Despite the circumstances and his complete awareness of his condition and circumstances, he remained a true gentleman with an excellent sense of occasion and humour. The DurhamGate team took him to their hearts and we thank you...
Hello Peter, it was an absolute privilege to look after your cousin. Despite the circumstances and his complete awareness of his condition and circumstances, he remained a true gentleman with an excellent sense of occasion and humour. The DurhamGate team took him to their hearts and we thank you and your family for taking the time to post this review and all your interactions with me and our staff. You will always be welcome at The DurhamGate.
When we were asked to select a care home for a friend to reside at we visited many and this one stood out by far in terms of cleanliness, food quality and choice, and facilities, not only in the public areas but also the residents' private rooms. All staff went over and beyond to ensure our friend...
When we were asked to select a care home for a friend to reside at we visited many and this one stood out by far in terms of cleanliness, food quality and choice, and facilities, not only in the public areas but also the residents' private rooms. All staff went over and beyond to ensure our friend was happy and safe and to provide her with the best experience possible, nothing was a bother to any of the staff or management, they were all totally resident-centred and focused at all times. We can recommend this home to anyone without exception as a caring, very well-run and luxurious establishment with exceptionally high standards. Thank you for all you did not only for our friend but us too.
Hi Tom, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. The staff team, led by the home manager will be very appreciative of these comments, which always makes doing the job so worthwhile. The whole team enjoyed looking after your dear friend and we will miss you being around regularly. As dear friends of a founder resident you are welcome to pop in any time!
What a first-class establishment! I have never visited a care home like it, every aspect of it is excellent - spotlessly clean, wonderful food, a great range of activities and exceptional care given with empathy and real love by staff and management alike. Every resident is treated with respect,...
What a first-class establishment! I have never visited a care home like it, every aspect of it is excellent - spotlessly clean, wonderful food, a great range of activities and exceptional care given with empathy and real love by staff and management alike. Every resident is treated with respect, dignity and most importantly as an individual. It is so special to be able to walk in and truly feel that you are visiting your friend in their own home as you are encouraged to help yourself to a hot drink and sweet treats. Nothing is a bother to anyone working at The DurhamGate. This model of care must be the future for all care homes!
Hi Mark, This is great of you to write such lovely feedback of The DurhamGate, the home manager and the team. We thoroughly enjoyed looking after your friend and having yourself and partner coming in with such lively banter always makes the staff team warm and responsive. Everyone will really appreciate your kind words.
5-star rooms like no other I've experienced in a care home. Every effort should be maintained for it to remain like this always. Nothing too much trouble to offer their...
5-star rooms like no other I've experienced in a care home. Every effort should be maintained for it to remain like this always. Nothing too much trouble to offer their highest standards presently. Can't thank them enough for the care they are giving to my relative.
Many thanks for sending this review in and all points are noted. The staff take great encouragement from feedback of this nature and the positivity spurs us all on to maintain the standards we have set. Thank you for taking the time to do this.
Residents are at the heart of this beautiful home, the care given is second to none.
Residents are at the heart of this beautiful home, the care given is second to none.
Thank you so much for your kind words and I do appreciate the tactful omission of rating activities, given your loved one's current care needs. The staff team have really warmed to him and it is a privilege for us to be able to look after him at The DurhamGate. Your supportive comments will be fed back to the team.
My aunt has dementia but is a very proud and eloquent lady. She wasn’t happy at all where she was and I had concerns. I spoke to The DurhamGate and they assisted and listened and then assessed my aunt. They gave me all the help and advice I needed. I was delighted when they accepted her into their...
It is a pleasure to visit and I at least feel she is living as she deserves. It is literally a weight off my mind. Thank you DurhamGate.
It is an absolute pleasure to look after your aunt. She is such a character and enjoys engaging in conversation, commentary on what is going on around her at times and of course singing! Such a delight. It is a privilege to look after her for you and the family. Your comments will be most welcome...
It is an absolute pleasure to look after your aunt. She is such a character and enjoys engaging in conversation, commentary on what is going on around her at times and of course singing! Such a delight. It is a privilege to look after her for you and the family. Your comments will be most welcome to the staffing team who take great pride in what they do and will be so pleased to have your feedback. Always well received. Thank you.
The DurhamGate Care Home is one of the best I've ever seen, like a massive four-star hotel. The staff are so friendly and professional, the facilities are amazing and the food is fantastic. My father received amazing care during the weeks respute. Considering that he has been in four other care...
The DurhamGate Care Home is one of the best I've ever seen, like a massive four-star hotel. The staff are so friendly and professional, the facilities are amazing and the food is fantastic. My father received amazing care during the weeks respute. Considering that he has been in four other care homes for respite, this is the best and will definitely be back.
Thank you so much for this review and testimonial. We were delighted that you chose The Durhamgate for your father's respite stay and the staff enjoyed having him here and he of course enjoyed the company of our permanent gentleman residents'. We look forward to having him back again.
Absolutely wonderful place - I just can't recommend it and them highly enough. Speaking as the daughter of one of the first residents, they have made the transition for my dad, from living in his own house to living at The DurhamGate, so easy. After just a couple of weeks, he considered the staff...
Absolutely wonderful place - I just can't recommend it and them highly enough. Speaking as the daughter of one of the first residents, they have made the transition for my dad, from living in his own house to living at The DurhamGate, so easy. After just a couple of weeks, he considered the staff to be his extended family. He has been supported in transforming his room into his own, personal space and the attention to detail is incredible. The accommodation is smart and stylish but it is the staff who really make the difference. Nothing is too much trouble for them, whether that is providing comfort when my dad is feeling low, spending hours helping him to get to grips with his new TV or letting him teach them exactly how he likes his Pimm's making! Worth every penny to know my dad is in such a caring environment.
Thank you so very much for sending in this review; it means an awful lot to the staff to know how both residents and relatives feel and of course when the feedback is good it makes them feel that all their efforts and hard work are so worthwhile. Your dad has settled really well at The DurhamGate...
Thank you so very much for sending in this review; it means an awful lot to the staff to know how both residents and relatives feel and of course when the feedback is good it makes them feel that all their efforts and hard work are so worthwhile. Your dad has settled really well at The DurhamGate and the staff team and me, they all really enjoy having him about. He is full of chat and witty stories and thoroughly enjoys the mealtimes with the odd tipple!
Our mum was one of the first residents to move into The DurhamGate and even though she's only been in six weeks, it feels like years. DurhamGate offers exceptional care in beautiful, homely surroundings. Every member of staff shows 100% commitment which is reflected in their care and support to all...
Our mum was one of the first residents to move into The DurhamGate and even though she's only been in six weeks, it feels like years. DurhamGate offers exceptional care in beautiful, homely surroundings. Every member of staff shows 100% commitment which is reflected in their care and support to all residents and family members. You really couldn't find better facilities for your loved ones. The food is amazing, meeting individual taste and requirements. Thank you so much for welcoming our mum into your home, it is so reassuring knowing she is safe and secure with loving care surrounding her.
Sharon, this is great to hear and will be warmly received by management and the rest of the team. We adore looking after your mum, who is a lovely singer and has a great sense of humour. Yes, although it's only been a few weeks, your mum has settled in extremely well and has become very much part...
Sharon, this is great to hear and will be warmly received by management and the rest of the team. We adore looking after your mum, who is a lovely singer and has a great sense of humour. Yes, although it's only been a few weeks, your mum has settled in extremely well and has become very much part of everyday life at The DurhamGate. It is nice to see you and your sister in so regularly as well, which clearly is of great reassurance to your mum and valuable to the care team. Thank you.
My brother recently transferred to DurhamGate Care Home and the difference in the quality of care he now receives is truly amazing! The phrase ‘chalk and cheese’ comes to mind. This is a newly opened facility - the staff - the facilities - and the food, are all fantastic. It’s like a posh hotel...
My brother is certainly benefitting from being at DurhamGate, and I now have peace of mind; that he is being cared for - ‘correctly’.
We absolutely love looking after your brother, he seems to have settled in well and is such a lovely gent! Fortunately for the other gentleman residents, he supports the right football team too! Your feedback is very much appreciated and the staff team will be so pleased to hear this. It is always a great morale booster! We will circulate to the team. Kind regards
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The DurhamGate is a friendly and happy home, with a great family atmosphere. The team and I consider caring to be a huge privilege.
Each day brings...
The DurhamGate is a friendly and happy home, with a great family atmosphere. The team and I consider caring to be a huge privilege.
Each day brings new challenges, but each and every colleague is dedicated to providing the best possible care for our residents.
I started with Care UK as an apprentice when I left school. I’ve been lucky to have the opportunity to progress through a number of roles, and I also won Apprentice of the Year once, which was a big highlight for me.
When you work in care, it is essential to be patient and kind. You also need to be a proactive listener. It is important that residents are treated as individuals and their wellbeing is prioritised.
I love being able to spend time with residents. Seeing them smile, having a chat and building strong bonds is what makes this role so incredibly rewarding.
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