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 Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
cannot say "Thank You" loudly enough to those who look after herBeverley W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
You can't ask for any more!Dianne B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
cannot say "Thank You" loudly enough to those who look after herBeverley W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
You can't ask for any more!Dianne B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Briarscroft has a team who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, with activities and experiences which bring them joy. Providing residential and dementia care, they also offer respite care breaks.
The community are embraced into life in the home, with regular visits from people who treat the residents to everything from Bollywood dancing and African drumming to gentle exercise sessions and live music.
Local school children regularly...
Briarscroft has a team who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents, with activities and experiences which bring them joy. Providing residential and dementia care, they also offer respite care breaks.
The community are embraced into life in the home, with regular visits from people who treat the residents to everything from Bollywood dancing and African drumming to gentle exercise sessions and live music.
Local school children regularly pop into the home, as does miniature Dachshund Herbert! The home also has two cats, a cockatiel and a budgie!
The residents enjoy trips out into the community, from the local shops to Planet Ice, where they can enjoy seasonal productions.
The team are passionate about supporting the residents to have a very active role to play in how their home is run, giving them a sense of purpose and belonging. There are a team of resident ambassadors, who do everything from interviewing potential staff and providing feedback, to welcoming new residents and their families to Briarscroft.
The beautiful gardens stretch all the way round the home and back onto Shard End Lake. With a potting shed, raised planters and wheelchair friendly pathways, they are the perfect spot to relax in the summer. This year the team and residents have loved growing their own tomatoes and herbs, harvesting them for the chef to use in the kitchen, giving them such a sense of achievement.
The home also has a cinema room, with a candyfloss and popcorn machine, a hair salon, for weekly appointments with a mobile hairdresser, and a bistro, which is a lovely spot to relax with loved ones, who are welcome at any time.
Briarscroft also has welcoming lounges and dining rooms, where residents enjoy delicious home-cooked meals, from roast dinners with all the trimmings to freshly baked cakes for afternoon tea, as well as regular cheese and wine evenings and homemade cocktails!
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Care Provided by Briarscroft Residential Care Home
Dementia Care Types
Facilities
- Lift
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Briarscroft Residential Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2025 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1229 but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.
*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Briarscroft Residential Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Sanctuary Care Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Emma Bevan (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (66)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (65)
Briarscroft Residential Care Home Reviews (90)
9.7
Briarscroft Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.724) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Briarscroft Residential Care Home has 90 reviews.
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Review from Klaire R (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Sadly, after 9 months, Mom has had to leave Briarscroft to go into a nursing home. During her time at Briarscroft, Mom improved physically, made friends, and was treated with care and dignity. I cannot praise the staff and management enough for their care of Mom. Nowhere is perfect but...
Sadly, after 9 months, Mom has had to leave Briarscroft to go into a nursing home. During her time at Briarscroft, Mom improved physically, made friends, and was treated with care and dignity. I cannot praise the staff and management enough for their care of Mom. Nowhere is perfect but Briarscroft comes very close. We are very sorry that Mom is unable to spend longer in this wonderful home.
Review from Michael W (Grandson of Resident) published on 20 June 2017 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
Nan has recently moved into Briarscroft following a hospital admission. As someone who is young and new to the whole process, Briarscroft have been great. The staff supported me through the whole process to make me feel at ease as a relative as well as going above and beyond to make Nan feel part...
Nan has recently moved into Briarscroft following a hospital admission. As someone who is young and new to the whole process, Briarscroft have been great. The staff supported me through the whole process to make me feel at ease as a relative as well as going above and beyond to make Nan feel part of the home and adapting their style of work to meet her individual needs. There's a lovely family atmosphere at Briarscroft. The majority of staff are approachable and proactive. You actually forget it's a residential home. It's very modern and clean. There are multiple areas to relax and any concerns or requests are listened to. Food is freshly prepared and a there is a dedicated activities coordinator on site. I have no concerns at all really. Communication is great and the staff seem to have a good working relationship as well as with other healthcare professionals. Although it's early days, I am confident Briarscroft is the right place for Nan and that they'll continue to maintain their high standards moving forward.
Review from Julie L (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Clean care home with good facilities.
Excellent managed with staff who really care for and about the welfare of residents.
Clean care home with good facilities.
Excellent managed with staff who really care for and about the welfare of residents.
Review from R W (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 7 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
The home is pleasant and well decorated, the upper floor where my sister-in-law is has been nicely time-warped.
The home is pleasant and well decorated, the upper floor where my sister-in-law is has been nicely time-warped.
Review from Dianne B (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Mum is so happy at Briarscroft. There is a great feel to the place - hubbub as I call it. Things going on, people chatting. The staff are very caring and when I sit down with Mum for a coffee, she often says "I am very lucky to be here - I like it here". You can't ask for any more!
Mum is so happy at Briarscroft. There is a great feel to the place - hubbub as I call it. Things going on, people chatting. The staff are very caring and when I sit down with Mum for a coffee, she often says "I am very lucky to be here - I like it here". You can't ask for any more!
Review from Joanne J (Relative of Resident) published on 2 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
All staff were very helpful and friendly. Seemed like a very caring / homely place.
All staff were very helpful and friendly. Seemed like a very caring / homely place.
Review from June S (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 1 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
From the time you walk in, you are greeted by the staff who are positive and friendly. The residents seem relaxed in their environment given their medical conditions. It is a caring environment and the staff are very knowledgeable and non-intrusive.
From the time you walk in, you are greeted by the staff who are positive and friendly. The residents seem relaxed in their environment given their medical conditions. It is a caring environment and the staff are very knowledgeable and non-intrusive.
Review from Irene M (Wife of Resident) published on 1 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
My husband has moderate stages of Alzheimer's dementia and has settled very well into Briarscroft Care Home. The facilities are modern and spacious. Activities are arranged frequently for the residents, but there is no pressure on residents to participate if they do not wish to. There are ample...
My husband has moderate stages of Alzheimer's dementia and has settled very well into Briarscroft Care Home. The facilities are modern and spacious. Activities are arranged frequently for the residents, but there is no pressure on residents to participate if they do not wish to. There are ample "quiet spaces", easily accessible for the residents. The focus is on their needs and staff are patient and flexible.The food is very good. My husband has recently suffered from UTIs (urinary tract infections) and the staff have responded quickly and obtained treatment from the GP.
Review from M W (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Pleasant surroundings and staff. Nothing is too much trouble.
Pleasant surroundings and staff. Nothing is too much trouble.
Review from J J (Relative of Resident) published on 1 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Seems to be very good, with friendly and helpful staff. The home is kept very tidy and clean.
Seems to be very good, with friendly and helpful staff. The home is kept very tidy and clean.
Review from Catherine S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
My mum in law has been extremely well cared for in Briarscroft. Mum has become more social and has made friends. The staff are all without exception Great. Mum's quality of life has improved. The care home is always clean and the residents are all well fed. The food is varied and of a high quality....
My mum in law has been extremely well cared for in Briarscroft. Mum has become more social and has made friends. The staff are all without exception Great. Mum's quality of life has improved. The care home is always clean and the residents are all well fed. The food is varied and of a high quality. Activities are good and we are encouraged to be part of these.
Review from Arnold K (Husband of Resident) published on 24 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
More feedback on wife's condition on a regular basis.
More feedback on wife's condition on a regular basis.
Review from Geoffrey R (Son of Resident) published on 24 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
I have always found the staff and management to be helpful and caring. The level of care shown to my mother has always been satisfactory although at times I think the food could be better, but overall I am very satisfied with the care home.
I have always found the staff and management to be helpful and caring. The level of care shown to my mother has always been satisfactory although at times I think the food could be better, but overall I am very satisfied with the care home.
Review from Chelsea L (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 24 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
All carers are welcoming to visitors, they take care of all the residents and if there is a problem they take care of it.
All carers are welcoming to visitors, they take care of all the residents and if there is a problem they take care of it.
Review from Barbara R (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Everyone is very helpful. Nothing is too much trouble and Mum loves being here. It gives me peace of mind knowing she is looked after and cared for. I cold not have asked for anything more.
Everyone is very helpful. Nothing is too much trouble and Mum loves being here. It gives me peace of mind knowing she is looked after and cared for. I cold not have asked for anything more.
Review from Tracey B (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Briarscroft Residential Care Home is a caring and compassionate home where nothing is too much trouble. The staff are friendly and approachable and always willing to help. The tea room/bistro is a lovely welcome and enables us to spend time with Mom and have a snack at the same time. Mom is settled...
Briarscroft Residential Care Home is a caring and compassionate home where nothing is too much trouble. The staff are friendly and approachable and always willing to help. The tea room/bistro is a lovely welcome and enables us to spend time with Mom and have a snack at the same time. Mom is settled and well cared for and seems very content and happy. We come away from the home knowing she is in capable hands.
Review from Samantha G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 18 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
The care for my Nan, now that she has been moved from the more advanced dementia side to the more mild side has been very good. The staff are all very friendly towards the family and Grandma. The woman on reception during the weekend is very lovely. She is such a kind and gentle woman and she is...
The care for my Nan, now that she has been moved from the more advanced dementia side to the more mild side has been very good. The staff are all very friendly towards the family and Grandma. The woman on reception during the weekend is very lovely. She is such a kind and gentle woman and she is very good with my Grandma as she can sometimes be difficult.
Review from Linda S (Sister of Resident) published on 18 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
When we visit everything seems fine, my sister is cared for and happy in her own world of dementia. Staff are always polite and happy to answer any questions. As we travel a long way, a drink would be appreciated, but the home is here for my sister, not us.
When we visit everything seems fine, my sister is cared for and happy in her own world of dementia. Staff are always polite and happy to answer any questions. As we travel a long way, a drink would be appreciated, but the home is here for my sister, not us.
Review from Graham B (Son of Resident) published on 18 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
The care given to my mother is very good the staff are friendly. Nothing is too much trouble.
The care given to my mother is very good the staff are friendly. Nothing is too much trouble.
Review from Lorraine P (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Very nice and friendly staff. Well kept, clean and tidy.
Very nice and friendly staff. Well kept, clean and tidy.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 11 September 2019Overall
Good
Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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
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News (1) & Events (0)
News
- 14 Nov 2024
The team and residents at Briarscroft are celebrating after the home was shortlisted for the prestigious Caring UK Awards 2024. Our not-for-profit care home was nominated for the Management Team...
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 21 Jul 2026Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Briarscroft Residential Care Home.
Meet the Team (5)
Hayley NormanJob Title Home ManagerJoined 2018
I have worked at Sanctuary Care for 5 years and have been Home Manager at Briarscroft for 2 years.
I love my job because I love making a difference in our residents' lives and providing high-quality care.
Pat GreenJob Title Care AssistantJoined 2012
I have worked at Briarscroft for 11 years and I love my job because I love helping people and making people feel good.
Paula HowellJob Title Activities CoordinatorJoined 2017
I love my job because I love making the residents happy.
Deb RobertsJob Title Housekeeping SupervisorJoined 2011
I have worked at Briarscroft for 12 years and I love my job because I love all the residents and staff here.
Sally WatsonJob Title Chef ManagerJoined 2018
I love my job because I love cooking and I love making people happy.
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