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Mantle Heights was absolutely exceptional and beyond anything I expected of a care home.Hannah S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Very attentive friendly staff who are always talking to and looking after the resident needs.J D(Friend of Resident/Service User)


Mantle Heights was absolutely exceptional and beyond anything I expected of a care home.Hannah S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Very attentive friendly staff who are always talking to and looking after the resident needs.J D(Friend of Resident/Service User)


Manton Heights Care Home is nestled in a popular residential area of Bedford.
The home is purpose-built and offers bespoke, person-centred care for individuals with Residential Dementia needs
Manton Heights is centrally located with easy access to a wide number of recreational facilities and amenities, including a good range of shops, cafes, and restaurants, all of which are within a 5-mile radius.
If you like sports, nearby is the Bedford Blues Rugby...
Manton Heights Care Home is nestled in a popular residential area of Bedford.
The home is purpose-built and offers bespoke, person-centred care for individuals with Residential Dementia needs
Manton Heights is centrally located with easy access to a wide number of recreational facilities and amenities, including a good range of shops, cafes, and restaurants, all of which are within a 5-mile radius.
If you like sports, nearby is the Bedford Blues Rugby Club, Bedford Athletics Stadium and Bedford and Country Golf Club - all within a 3-mile radius.
There is a local theatre, a cinema, garden centres, and right on the door step is Bedford Park, which is just 5 minutes away in the car.
There are also good local transport links including taxis and buses, and the train station is less than two miles away!
Manton Heights Care Centre is very proud of it's strong community links and regular involvement with local community groups, charities, schools and nurseries, churches and businesses.
The team offers a home from home experience which is tailored to each residents’ personal needs and preferences.
The facilities have been designed to a high standard using modern equipment and technologies to support daily living. The accommodation and living areas are set over two floors, and the living areas and bedrooms are decorated to a high standard using quality bespoke furniture and soft furnishings.
Care Provided by Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 91 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
*All fee’s are based on a pre-admission assessment conducted by the team at Manton Heights Care Centre.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- RCH Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Rachel Smith (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (79)
Visiting
- Manton Heights Care Centre and ABI Unit welcome visitors. Please contact the home directly for the latest visiting arrangement.
Parking
- Car parking is available
Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre Reviews (167)
Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.676) out of 10, based on 63 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre has 167 reviews.
Mantle Heights was absolutely exceptional and beyond anything I expected of a care home. The staff built not just a professional bond with my mum but she saw them as friends. They understood every need my mum had and catered for everything we asked of them. They were exceptional at keeping in touch...
She was given a lovely room which was suitable for her needs and always clean.
They went above and beyond and I couldn’t recommend Mantel Heights more. The manager was brilliant and considering what he has to do daily he always kept me in the loop of things. Fantastic place.
Dear Hannah, we are thrilled to hear that your expectations were not only met but exceeded during your mum's time with us. We always strive to ensure that families are kept in the loop regarding their loved one's care journey and are glad to know your experience did not fall short of this...
Dear Hannah, we are thrilled to hear that your expectations were not only met but exceeded during your mum's time with us. We always strive to ensure that families are kept in the loop regarding their loved one's care journey and are glad to know your experience did not fall short of this commitment. We are also pleased that you found her room suitable and up to standards. Thank you for your kind words about our manager and the entire team, we're honoured to have been a part of your mum's care experience.
He takes his meds which he was not doing when living at home.
He takes his meds which he was not doing when living at home.
We are delighted to hear that your experience with Manton Heights has been positive, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. It's heartening to learn that your loved one has settled in well and is being given the quality of care we consistently aim to deliver. As our teams...
We are delighted to hear that your experience with Manton Heights has been positive, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. It's heartening to learn that your loved one has settled in well and is being given the quality of care we consistently aim to deliver. As our teams commit to providing personalised and attentive care, it pleases us to know that your loved one is now eating well and consistently taking their medications. We are grateful for the opportunity to make a positive difference in their life.
He was given physiotherapy, they were patient and...
He was given physiotherapy, they were patient and kind to him and provided him with the tools to get up and get moving again (was able to go to the toilet alone unassisted) and he walked back from the car to his home added with a frame. He was given speech therapy, along with many other opportunities within the home.
The home is lovely, brand new in fact, really nicely decorated and the rooms are great sizes. Good facilities for visitors and patients also. The team even dropped my father back at home and saw his home environment/equipment was adequate. All my phone calls, all my visits and the team did everything they could. Thank you. Would recommend this unit 100%.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for the service. We are so pleased to hear that your father benefited from the time spent with our trained professionals. We will ensure that the team receive the feedback in your review.
Rehab following a stroke. Parent was up and walking with a frame and well and stable enough to be discharged home. Excellent therapy and care whilst in the ABI. An excellent facility. Cannot praise highly enough.
Rehab following a stroke. Parent was up and walking with a frame and well and stable enough to be discharged home. Excellent therapy and care whilst in the ABI. An excellent facility. Cannot praise highly enough.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review about our service. We appreciate all feedback and will ensure that your review is passed on to the team.
Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre is a lovely care home. My mother has been extremely well looked after by attentive and caring staff. Today was her birthday and she was made to feel a very special 89 year old by the carers, many of whom made a special effort to come and wish her happy...
Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre is a lovely care home. My mother has been extremely well looked after by attentive and caring staff. Today was her birthday and she was made to feel a very special 89 year old by the carers, many of whom made a special effort to come and wish her happy birthday.
We're so glad to hear that your mother is happy at Manton Heights. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us.
Right from my initial phone query about Manton Heights, to the day Dad left the care home - we experienced nothing but pure professionalism, empathy and understanding from all of the staff.
The managers explained everything very clearly, they listened and didn't make me feel silly for all the...
Right from my initial phone query about Manton Heights, to the day Dad left the care home - we experienced nothing but pure professionalism, empathy and understanding from all of the staff.
The managers explained everything very clearly, they listened and didn't make me feel silly for all the questions I was asking. Dad is quiet and isn't very sociable but the staff made sure they kept him comfortable. My Mum felt really confident he was in safe hands, the staff let her speak to him every day on the phone, and they told her how he was doing.
The rooms are clean, well well-ventilated, with a lot of quiet spaces, brightly lit and welcoming for residents. The staff have much positive energy and really care. This is what attracted me and Mum to the home. We'd gladly have Dad stay again.
Thank-you very much for such a positive review! Great to read that from initial enquiry to move-the experience is caring and attentive.
I have found it very stressful having to put my mother into a care home but the whole team at Manton...
I have found it very stressful having to put my mother into a care home but the whole team at Manton Heights are absolutely amazing!
Thank you for all your support at what is a very difficult time.
Thank you very much for your feedback regarding the move-in process at Manton Heights. I will ensure the care team are aware of this at Manton Heights Care Centre.
When you walk into Manton Heights you see people smiling. Everyone is friendly and keen to help. The atmosphere is calm and relaxed. The rooms are light and airy and there is a lovely outside garden area to sit in. It is comfortable and clean and informal. There is a relaxed, cheerful and...
When you walk into Manton Heights you see people smiling. Everyone is friendly and keen to help. The atmosphere is calm and relaxed. The rooms are light and airy and there is a lovely outside garden area to sit in. It is comfortable and clean and informal. There is a relaxed, cheerful and respectful relationship between staff and residents. It is easy to see that the staff really care about the residents.
Thank you very much for your feedback regarding your experience at Manton Heights Care Centre. I will ensure the feedback is circulated to the team in the home.
My mother moved in at the beginning of July. I have only managed to visit once, but I am very impressed with Manton Heights care home. Mum is well looked after, and anything she wants or needs, she only has to ask. Fortunately, my sisters and niece live more locally and have visited often. They are...
Mum has her own room with an ensuite, with a nice view out of the window. The meals are very good with a variety of choices at every sitting.
Thank you for your kind review of Manton Heights Care Centre - I have passed on your feedback to the care team and General Manager.
Wonder why you feel that is something that is acceptable. Still, it’s not as though, this is a highly paid-for service.
Wonder why you feel that is something that is acceptable. Still, it’s not as though, this is a highly paid-for service.
We would very much appreciate the opportunity to discuss your review further in person to enable our service to continue to grow.
The staff arranged a birthday party for Mum; it was lovely, and we all enjoyed ourselves.
The parking is very handy too.
After the care provided, Mum can now return home.
The staff arranged a birthday party for Mum; it was lovely, and we all enjoyed ourselves.
The parking is very handy too.
After the care provided, Mum can now return home.
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback regarding your mother's birthday celebrations. I will ensure this feedback is passed on to the team at Manton Heights Care Centre.
Thank you to one lady for being so involved with my grandmother's birthday and for being such a positive and uplifting spirit. All of the staff got involved and ensured everyone had an enjoyable time.
Thank you to one lady for being so involved with my grandmother's birthday and for being such a positive and uplifting spirit. All of the staff got involved and ensured everyone had an enjoyable time.
Thank you very much for your feedback - I am so glad your grandmother had an enjoyable time. I will ensure the feedback is passed onto the Manton Heights Care Centre Team.
Nice place, my kids absolutely love coming to visit their great nan as it's so welcoming here. The activity lady is wonderful, always happy/bubbly and always finding something for people to do and keeping the residents and visitors busy!
Nice place, my kids absolutely love coming to visit their great nan as it's so welcoming here. The activity lady is wonderful, always happy/bubbly and always finding something for people to do and keeping the residents and visitors busy!
I would like to thank you for your review regarding your experience at Manton Heights Care Centre. We take all feedback seriously and I will ensure this is passed on to the care home team.
My mum came to Manton Heights Care home with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, she found it difficult to get used to a new place. But with the help of friendly staff making her feel comfortable after a while she felt secure and at home. I felt good knowing that my mum was safe, secure and busy...
On behalf of my mum, I want to say thank you for all the care and support you gave to my mum and my family.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review and your wonderful comments.
My mum was transferred here 3 months ago after suffering a life threatening stroke leaving her with extremely limited movement and speech....
My mum was transferred here 3 months ago after suffering a life threatening stroke leaving her with extremely limited movement and speech.
Since then the rehab team have put her through a regular routine of cognitive therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy and physiotherapy which has seen her go from strength to strength.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review on carehome.co.uk. It is always lovely to receive such positive feedback and something we will be sharing with the team. It's good to hear the views of family and loved ones so that we can continue to strive to offer the best service we can. We are really pleased that your mum has improved so well and wish you all the best for the future.
I found my stay in Manton Heights to be most critical in getting me back on my feet and well on the way to becoming fully independent. After traumatic surgery by specialists at NHS Abden Brookes. I found all aspects of Manton Heights with regard to post-operative care and treatment to be very...
I found my stay in Manton Heights to be most critical in getting me back on my feet and well on the way to becoming fully independent. After traumatic surgery by specialists at NHS Abden Brookes. I found all aspects of Manton Heights with regard to post-operative care and treatment to be very professional and highly satisfactory.
The team at Manton Heights ABI Centre very much appreciate the time taken to leave a review and also your positive comments.
Can't thank the staff enough for the care they give to my aunt. She was really poorly when she moved in but in just a few weeks they have her medication all sorted and it's given on time. My aunt, who is almost fully blind and was struggling to get around, can now walk well with a frame, each time...
Can't thank the staff enough for the care they give to my aunt. She was really poorly when she moved in but in just a few weeks they have her medication all sorted and it's given on time. My aunt, who is almost fully blind and was struggling to get around, can now walk well with a frame, each time I have visited (unannounced) my aunt is in her own clothes, very clean and just looking so well. The staff speak to the people in their care with such dignity and respect, it is a comfort to all the family knowing that my aunt is well cared for and in a safe place. Thank you to all the staff.
Our values at RCH are Respect, Care and Honesty and it's lovely to hear feedback from loved ones which illustrates that. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review about the service and team at Manton Heights.
Most of the staff are friendly, but there are times when I feel I can not ask questions because they are always busy.
The food always looks nice and the staff have been kind enough to offer me...
Most of the staff are friendly, but there are times when I feel I can not ask questions because they are always busy.
The food always looks nice and the staff have been kind enough to offer me some.
The entrance is warm and welcoming and the rooms and communal rooms are very clean. My only complaint is there are not enough activities and my dad spends most of his days in his room.
Hello Jane, I am saddened that you have not witnessed your dad enjoying our activities at Manton Heights. I am the new regional group lifestyle manager and will ensure that the Manton lifestyle team, through speaking to your dad, put together a programme of things he likes to do, his...
Hello Jane, I am saddened that you have not witnessed your dad enjoying our activities at Manton Heights. I am the new regional group lifestyle manager and will ensure that the Manton lifestyle team, through speaking to your dad, put together a programme of things he likes to do, his hobbies/pastimes etc he enjoys and also would be happy to be engaged with as a group activity.We want Dad to have a fulfilling day and we will do everything possible to make that happen.
You may contact me through the RCH website care@rchcarehomes.co.uk should you wish to talk to me in more detail.
We had a lovely evening in the cinema room with a Chinese takeaway for my sister-in-law. Many thanks to one member of staff, in particular, for arranging the drinks and a cake...
We had a lovely evening in the cinema room with a Chinese takeaway for my sister-in-law. Many thanks to one member of staff, in particular, for arranging the drinks and a cake for the Birthday girl.
The carers are very patient with the residents and it was good to chat with the dementia ambassador.
The staff are so friendly...
The staff are so friendly and when my auntie is challenging, nothing is too much trouble for them. I would highly recommend this care home. Thank you to all the staff
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 01 April 2026Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- 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
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News (26) & Events (0)
- 20 Jul 2026
Manton Heights Achieves Good CQC Rating As Inspectors Praise Leadership, Care and Rehabilitation Manton Heights Care Centre and its specialist Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Unit in Bedford are celebrating after...
- 30 Apr 2026
Manton Heights Care Centre in Bedford marked the Easter season with a series of vibrant events, bringing together residents, families, and the local community for meaningful celebrations filled with activity...
- 03 Feb 2026
The Lifestyle Team at Manton Heights Care Centre has been nationally recognised after being named a finalist for the Inclusion Award at the National Activity Providers Association (NAPA) National Activity...
There are no upcoming events for Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre.
Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 23 Jan 2026Recipient: Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre
- 06 Nov 2021Recipient: RCH Care Homes Ltd
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: RCH Care Homes Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Manton Heights Care Centre & ABI Centre.
Meet the Team (2)

I’m delighted to be General Manager at Manton Heights Care Centre, having previously supported the home as Interim Manager.
Being part of the RCH...
I’m delighted to be General Manager at Manton Heights Care Centre, having previously supported the home as Interim Manager.
Being part of the RCH Care Homes family again feels very special, and working within an ethos that truly aligns with my own values makes this role even more meaningful.
I have spent 13 years working as an interim across a wide range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, nursing and residential care. During that time, I have held roles such as Interim Manager, Regional Manager and Interim Operations Director, supporting homes to strengthen quality and stability. Before this, I worked as a Registered Manager, primarily within nursing care.
I hold a Level 7 qualification in Management and Leadership in Care, as well as a Master’s Degree in Dementia — a subject I am truly passionate about.
Above all, I want every person living at Manton Heights to enjoy a meaningful, fulfilling life, supported by a team that feels valued and empowered.

With seven...
Sian Hughes, Lifestyle Lead at Manton Heights Care Centre, is dedicated to creating meaningful and engaging experiences for residents.With seven years in care, she started as a Community Support Worker before progressing to senior roles.
Sian joined the Manton Heights family as a Senior Rehab Assistant at the ABI Unit nearly three years ago. In February 2024, Sian moved to the role as Lifestyle Lead for Manton Heights Care Centre.
She completed her D.O.V.E.S dementia training in June 2024, further enhancing her skills.
Sian loves her role, leading a supportive team to bring joy to residents’ daily lives. She values the strong family atmosphere at Manton Heights, where staff, residents, and families support one another.
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