
They go the ‘extra mile’ to make their residents feel specialSue S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The food has been of a consistently high standard,Alison W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I feel the attention and support he has; to be first-rate.Anne L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

They go the ‘extra mile’ to make their residents feel specialSue S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The food has been of a consistently high standard,Alison W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I feel the attention and support he has; to be first-rate.Anne L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Hambleton Grange in Thirsk offers high-quality residential and dementia care.
Staff are warm and compassionate and provide care that is tailored to the needs of the individual. The rooms are attractively decorated and include a flat screen smart TV, WiFi, a mini fridge and a telephone point.
Residents can enjoy a good range of nutritious meals and snacks. There is also an onsite hair and beauty salon where residents can go and be pampered. Every week there is a full and varied programme of activities.
Care Provided by Hambleton Grange
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 50 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
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
Our all inclusive fee gives peace of mind and allows residents to enjoy our facilities and services without having to worry about extra costs. It includes a monthly appointment at our onsite hair salon, regular chiropody appointments, a full and varied activity program, annual eye tests, annual dental check ups and transport and accompaniment to medical appointments where necessary.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Hambleton Grange for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Hambleton Grange 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
- HC-One
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sandra Anderson(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (50)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (50)
Visiting
- The well-being of residents is a priority, and nothing is more important than keeping them in touch with their family and friends in any way possible. Hambleton Granges are pleased to welcome visitors into their home, with no limit on the number of visitors for each resident. The home pride themselves on having an open-door policy.
Parking
- Hambleton Grange has plenty of onsite parking for visitors.
Hambleton Grange Reviews (74)
Hambleton Grange has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.618) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hambleton Grange has 74 reviews.
We found that the home had improved greatly since our previous visit. All the staff we met were extremely welcoming, and staff on the top floor went over and above to be helpful. We visited with our daughter and young grandchildren, and the staff were so kind to them - providing drinks, biscuits and crisps and ensuring a welcoming room to visit our relative. Our visit was very uplifting, and the atmosphere seemed so much more cheerful.
Thank you for leaving your feedback. The team at Hambleton Grange will be thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a lovely visit. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you, again!
Now the home is open for visits after the pandemic, a huge amount needs to be done to be more welcoming to visitors. On a recent visit we felt like we were a nuisance for visiting. Temperature checking is still inaccurate (reading far too low). We have pointed this out for months. Staff seemed preoccupied, not friendly, but quite curt.
This was respite care for two weeks. My husband has no short-term memory. When I telephoned the first day, he told me he was lonely and I think he needed help to feel comfortable. One day he did not look great, with unbrushed hair and a very poor shave. My husband told me the food was fine, I could not get any news about activities.
Thank you for taking the time to review Hambleton Grange. Feedback is extremely important to us and we pride ourselves on really making a difference in our residents’ lives. We understand it can be a difficult process moving and we support our residents to become settled in their new environment as...
I have been at Hambleton Grange for two weeks for respite following surgery - my late husband spent a long while here. My only serious complaint is the bedding. Trying to sleep on a rock hard mattress with a slab of concrete called a duvet for cover and my head on two lumpy pillows which long ago should have been given to the local animal shelter - not conducive to a night's much-needed rest. Please, ideally send a rep to spend a night and I'm sure you'll agree. At £1100 per week - not on!
We are very grateful for this review and would like to say thank you for taking the time to post this for us to see! Feedback is extremely important to us and we have ensured to pass your comments to management regarding your mattress, as we aim to make our homes as relaxing and comfortable for our residents as possible.
Wonderful atmosphere and very helpful staff. Activities and cleanliness top class. Mum didn't want to leave!
Thank you so much for reviewing our home. We appreciate your kind words and will make sure your comments are passed on to the whole staff team.
My uncle has now joined his wife at Hambleton Grange and the transfer from his previous care home has been handled sensitively and very efficiently by the caring and helpful staff at Hambleton Grange. Nothing has been too much trouble for them. I have appreciated this so much.
Thank you for kindly taking the time to write a review and for the lovely way you have described our home. We pride ourselves in making a real difference to the lives of our residents and creating a great place to live. We are proud to deliver person-centred care by taking the time to get to know...
During the past year, living 200 miles from my father, it has been very reassuring to know he is in the caring hands of the staff at Hambleton Grange. I feel the attention and support he has; to be first-rate.
Thank you so much for reviewing our home. We appreciate your kind words and will make sure your comments are passed on to the whole staff team.
My mum really enjoyed her stay at the care home. She was looked after well, really enjoyed the food and liked her room. She was pleased when she was able to come out of quarantine and was able to meet other people. Would highly recommend. Thank you.
Thank you so much for reviewing our home. We appreciate your kind words and will make sure your comments are passed on to the whole staff team.
Choosing the right care home for mum was a very daunting and responsible decision but from walking through the doors on our very first visit we have always been made to feel very welcome. We are encouraged to treat Hambleton Grange as mum's home and visit whenever we choose. Mum has settled extremely well. The care and support that she receives is excellent and the staff and management are very helpful to us all. Mum will often tell me that she is in a lovely hotel with very friendly people and she is having a great time - I think that says it all! I would certainly not hesitate to recommend Hambleton Grange.
Thank you for kindly taking the time to write a review of Hambleton Grange and for the lovely way you have described our home. We pride ourselves in making a real difference to the lives of our residents and creating a great place to live. We are proud to deliver person-centred care by taking the...
As their Attorney, I moved my parents into Hambleton Grange during the Covid pandemic - they were struggling at home, especially with my Dad's dementia. They moved from 90 miles away - the Care Home team expertly facilitated this long-distance transfer. Covid prevented any face-to-face meetings, so I had a comprehensive video tour and the Manager spent a long time on the phone finding out my parent's Medical Histories, personalities and personal likes/dislikes. We personalised their adjacent rooms with familiar items prior to the move - pictures, books, personal items and clothing. It has proved to be an excellent move and they have both settled extremely well. My Mum is full of praise for the cleanliness, food and, most importantly, the friendly staff. She said: "I am very content here - the staff treats us like family". Personally, I have found the Manager and all her team to be very professional, helpful and superb at keeping me informed about my parent's welfare.
Thank you for kindly taking the time to write a review of Hambleton Grange and for the lovely way you have described our home. We pride ourselves in making a real difference to the lives of our residents and creating a great place to live. We are proud to deliver person-centred care by taking the...
Until mid-February 2020, my 88-yeard-old aunt has had respite care following an injury sustained after a fall.
During her stay, she was treated with the utmost respect, with kindness and care from all the staff. Hambleton Grange is a modern, purpose-built home, with light airy rooms and en-suite.
The varied communal areas are beautifully presented with comfortable seating and dining areas.
There are many stimulating activities throughout the month, whilst encouragement is given to join in; there is no pressure to do so.
When I have visited, without exception, I was acknowledged by every member of staff; all were friendly and professional.
I live many miles away from my aunt and was confident that she was being well cared for by staff who took time and patience to do so.
My aunt's only regret - is that she returned home before the horse racing season started as she would have had a Grandstand view!
Thank you for kindly taking the time to write a review of Hambleton Grange and for the lovely way you have described our home. We pride ourselves in making a real difference to the lives of our residents and creating a great place to live. We are proud to deliver person-centred care by taking the...
Mum and Dad stayed here at Hambleton Grange for respite. The staff were friendly, helpful and very professional. Nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely use Hambleton Grange again if and when needed.
Thank you for kindly taking the time to write a review of Hambleton Grange and for the lovely way you have described our home. We pride ourselves in making a real difference to the lives of our residents and creating a great place to live and it is encouraging for our staff to receive such positive feedback. We will ensure that your comments are passed to the whole team.
Having visited several care homes while looking for a place for my husband Hambleton Grange was by far the most pleasant. It was bright and cheerful and had a home-like feel. No unpleasant smell or chairs around the outer of the room. It was lovely to have a quiet lounge. Somewhere to be a little more private if a few family members were to call. The majority of the staff were lovely but there is always room for improvement. Need to keep more permanent staff and less agency.
Thank you for your review of Hambleton Grange. Feedback is extremely important to us and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We understand that moving can be a worrying time and we are sure that your review will go some way to help other families in a similar position.
My mother has been a resident for nearly five years, and in all that time I cannot fault the care and compassion shown to her. Even at the end, the staff treated her with respect and dignity, but also with love. I can only thank the staff for all they did for my mother's care and wellbeing.
Thank you so much for your review of Hambleton Grange. We really appreciate you taking the time to write such lovely words at what must be a difficult time for you and your family. We are so pleased to hear that your mum was well cared for and would like to ensure you and your family always feel...
Both a council assessment and the home Mum moved to stated she didn’t need nursing care so does this home simply not want residents who become difficult?
This home disappointed in several ways after this:-
- Calls from carers on subjects deserving management attention like DNR decisions
- Mum still in bed (smelling of urine) at 4:30pm, deemed “unacceptable” even by the manager
- Mum (again) being sent to hospital alone in an ambulance and in A&E for 3 hours
- Mum’s teeth being lost, having to leave this home without the top set
- Several requests for a haircut not actioned leaving a relative to cut it
Most upsetting was finding Mum’s wedding ring missing on the day she left. 3 times I was told someone would call me, but no one ever did.
There are real stars amongst the staff, but issues remain in front line care decisions and actions.
Luckily Mum’s settled well in her new home where staffing is noticeably higher.
Thank you for reviewing our home. We value all feedback and take any issues raised extremely seriously. If you would like to discuss anything further, please contact me directly on 0113 385 4131.
Placing a loved one into care is such a difficult and emotional decision however the family feel that our dad going to Hambleton Grange has been a positive experience. The building is clean and tidy, the rooms are a good size, well equipped and maintained and the staff are friendly and accommodating. Managers always listen to any queries or requests. They have got to know our dad well, and are familiar with all his ‘quirks’ and have learnt how to deal with them. They have gone out of their way to mark special occasions such as family birthdays and his own 90th. Although we would have loved him to remain at home, we all recognise that he is much better off being looked after and in many ways is calmer being away from the responsibilities he felt were in his shoulders being at home. Of course, he has good and bad days and I am sure that he will react better with some carers better than others, but that is human nature and not a reflection on staff. We know he is safe and well cared for.
Thank you so much for your review of Hambleton Grange. We are so pleased to hear that your dad's move has been a positive experience for you all and that he has settled well. We understand that moving can be a worrying time and we are sure that your review will go some way to help other families in a similar position. Thank you again, we will be sure to pass your kind words to our whole staff team.
Staff are fantastic and there is always someone available if you have anything you want to discuss. They go the ‘extra mile’ to make their residents feel special - we had a wonderful 3 generation family celebration to mark dad’s 90th birthday last month and I will always treasure my memories of that day. Dad began his working life in the ‘tea trade’ and staff organised a special day for him to experience the present day equivalent at Taylor’s, Harrogate. Dad loved it!
Hambleton Grange is well run, clean, food is of good quality, I am always made to feel welcome, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to others.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home. How lovely to hear of your family celebration at Hambleton Grange and of Dad's day at Taylor's - we are sure there will be many more events that create lasting memories for your family. Your comments will mean a lot to our staff team and we will be sure to share them. Thank you.
In July 2018 it was decided that my wife would go into Hambleton Grange for two weeks to give me a rest. I noticed after about three days that she was looking much happier than when she was at home and she agreed with me that she was. A day or two after this I asked her how she would feel about staying there, she said she would be happy to do so. I think one of the reasons for this is that the staff are so pleasant and helpful and she gets on very well with them.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear how well your wife has settled at Hambleton Grange and all the care team agree it is a pleasure to have your wife living with us. Feedback is extremely important to us and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
To many of the staff, it was obviously more than just a job and they showed they really cared. The support and concern showed to us, her family, in the last few days of her life was much appreciated.
My dad has been resident at Hambleton Grange since April this year; we’ve consistently been pleased and impressed by the quality of care he has received. Since his dementia has worsened, he has lost his mobility and is dependent on wheelchairs and hoists but in spite of these issues, the staff, knowing of his great love of trains, managed to take him on a trip to the National Rail Museum in York. The day meant so much to him and I’d like to say publicly how brilliant the staff were. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your kind words. Our trips are selected with our residents' interests and hobbies in mind so we have your fathers’ love of trains to thank for our recent trip out to the National Railway Museum. It was a fascinating day which everyone thoroughly enjoyed, especially your...
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 April 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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 (33) & Events (0)
- 20 Mar 2026
Residents from Hambleton Grange Care Home in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, enjoyed a fun and active afternoon after taking a trip to Northallerton Bowls Club to try their hand at carpet...
- 09 Mar 2026
Residents, staff, families and friends at Hambleton Grange Care Home in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, turned back the clock in spectacular style as they hosted their very own fashion event to...
- 06 Mar 2026
At Hambleton Grange Care Home in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, making wishes come true for residents is always a joy and recently, one special resident’s love of baking was celebrated in...
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Meet the Team (4)

“I enjoy spending time with the residents when I can, and I always try to get involved with the activities which are going on.”
Lindsey joined Hambleton Grange when it opened in July 2013. Coming from a banking background, she has enjoyed the challenges which a career change brings and finds her current role particularly fulfilling. Lindsey understands the vast array of emotions felt when people come to look at the possibility of moving into residential care and accordingly she does her best to make the process of enquiring, viewing and ultimately moving as easy and stress free as possible. Her favourite part of her role is getting to know the residents and their families, and joining in with the various daily activities which are on offer at the home.

Nicola is the Regional Director.

Sandra is the Home Manager at Hambleton Grange

Kelly is the Care Manager at Hambleton Grange.
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