Barchester Harper Fields

Mum has been in Barchester for 16 months.. settled into her new home fairly quickly.. a few teething problems but to be expected... However after three months mum was moved to another unit unbeknown to us which was rather unsettling for the family. She has however settled into her new unit and it is obvious that she is well cared for and loved.

And the courtesy cake and tea/coffee downstairs is a nice touch!

Dad (95yrs old) struggled when he lived on his own. He really needed care 24hrs @ day and we're very pleased that we got this at Harper Fields. He is well cared for, in warm* clean surroundings, seems to enjoy the food and occasionally live entertainments (although he's not really a joiner in activities-wise). His medical and care needs are met and he's in good spirits most of the time. *Some more airconditioning in hot weather would be appreciated.

We're so grateful to all the staff at Harper Fields for looking after Geoff in the final week of August 2026. This was Geoff's first respite care visit and we were a little nervous, but the friendliness and professionalism of the Harper Fields team were wonderful. Many thanks to Tobi for an initial visit, to Marc and team for wheelchair support, and to everyone in Harper Fields for making Geoff feel welcome, for the warm hospitality, the excellent laundry, the tasty meals and the delicious cake!

Facilities top notch.

As I had expected I was well looked after.

My father is a resident here & I cannot thank the staff enough for all the care. They are all so kind and thoughtful & it's a lovely atmosphere at the home. Always clean and tidy & true care and love from the staff for residents.

After having an awful experience with a previous care home we are thankful that we found Harper Fields and their team, we cannot imagine our family member being anywhere else.

No words can express how as a family how happy we were with Jeans care over the 4 ½ years she lived at Harper Fields. Jean had an accident in July 2021 and had to move to Harper Fields at short notice. From the first day Jean moved in she was well looked after. The staff there not only looked after Jean but also us her family and we became part of their family. There were good days and not so good days with Jean and I am sure everyone knows there what we mean. We would like to thank each and every one of the staff at Harper Field for everything they did for Jean and us as a family as a whole up to the end, you are all worth your weight in gold..

I cannot commend your staff at Harper Fields more highly. The care they gave her, in particular, the last days of her life were exceptional. Also, for the care and compassion they showed her family during those last days. I cannot thank them enough. Truly exceptional. Thank you all.

Remember "PEOPLE BY PEOPLE"

My mother has resided at Harper Fields for over 7 months. Initially my mother was very poorly in terms of health fitness. The Nursing Staff, Nurse B and Staff have supported and cared for my mother so kindly and professionally. My mother has critical on going care with regard to swallowing issues. The Nursing Staff, Nurse B and Nurse J and their wonderful teams attention to details has without doubt extended my mothers life based on Mums health on her first day at Harpers. Thank you is not enough

Harper Fields became her community and her home in every respect. This was achieved by all staff (nursing, caring, catering, maintenance, cleaning, entertainment, admin and management) working well together. Thank you all so much.

My Dad has been in Harper Fields for four weeks after spending more than six months in hospital. The staff are fantastic, friendly enthusiastic and above all caring, kind and patient with my Dad who's not always compliant because of his condition. He lost a lot of weight in hospital I'm hopeful that he will be able to put some back on, as well as the lovely choices on the menu there are regular snacks. Their cafe is a bonus, I can make myself a drink to take to Dads room or sit with him in the cafe. The home is in a beautiful setting, my Dad particularly likes to be outside and there's a circular path around the home that I can push his wheelchair round. Today was his birthday, we were able to have a birthday party there in a private lounge dining room that could hold all the immediate family. The food provided was plentiful and delicious and really made Dads birthday special.

2 weeks in June, overall I was very contented and well looked after, as I was only booked for 2 weeks I wasn't concerned too much re any problems. I noticed that mealtimes ran much smoother when there were sufficient staff on duty, frequently short staffed some breakfast times. The food wasn't always to my taste but I tried to eat everything and certainly haven't been hungry.

Nice welcome for my husband for respite care. was really easy, as I thought he might be awkward. apparently he was really good, and since coming home not stopped talking about it.

Overall, we find the standard of care very good and the staff are helpful, friendly and caring. Some staff members, in particular, go above and beyond to resolve queries regarding residents' care and health and to encourage them to take part in activities.

We asked for dad to be admitted to Harper Fields as he was vunerable at home due to a series of falls. He feels much safer and settled here. The staff are so warm and friendly. Dad is happier here than he has been in a long time.

I am so very happy with the care my father in law has been given. He feels safe and happy here.

My mum has received excellent, kind care & attention since moving into Harper Feilds. Earlier this year, her medical & mental needs have been promptly & effectively attended to. Both the nursing & care team are very professional & friendly and have made her and our family very at home and welcome.