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Mary Tavy, Tavistock, PL19 9QB
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29 January 2026
My godmother came to Blackdown in August 2024 she had severe dementia and was bed bound except for a few occasions when the staff were able to get her seated, unfortunately she passed in January 2026.
The care she received was excellent, the staff were always polite and "caring". The communication
with myself was prompt, polite and once again "caring".
Thank you to the team for helping my godmother and myself during this journey.
12 December 2025
Lovely home good feel. Happy staff nothing too much trouble. My wife is happy here. I am happy with that.
03 November 2025
My partner was accepted by "Blackdown" after a 2 week traumatic stay in hospital, and my initial shock at the distance, I had to travel was soon allayed by the warmth we received from everyone of the wonderful staff. Every visit for me was a pleasure, and my partner became the lovely calm man he
used to be. My biggest regret is that we have to leave. Thankyou all for your wonderful care and support. I cannot thankyou enough.
02 September 2025
All the staff at Blackdown have been amazing and given our Mum fantastic care. They are understanding, caring and engaging. The level of activities and entertainment have filled our Mums senior years with music and song that she loved.
02 September 2025
My mum has been in blackdown for a few years now and the care and support has been amazing, she was looked after extremely well and all her needs were met, communication with the family was also impeccable.
All of the staff are loving and caring and always there for support for my mum and all of
the family.
26 August 2025
My mother was admitted at beginning of June. The care was exceptional, the staff were amazing and very diligent. They were always on the other end of the phone being supportive, empathetic and caring. Thank you.
20 August 2025
I can't fault the care that the staff at Blackdown gave my mum in her final month. They were thoughtful to all my mum's needs, and our needs. They kept us fully informed on everything, from her medication needs and changes, to her general comfort on a day today basis. The whole experience of
visiting my mum @ Blackdown was always very relaxing. I knew that Mum was being very well looked after and I would never have any hesitation in recommending this home to others.
15 August 2025
The care my mum received in the last few weeks of her life was outstanding.
The patience they had with her was heartwarming to see.
When mum passed they show us (the family) so much care and compassion which meant so much.
15 August 2025
My mother became a resident at Blackdown approx 1 month ago & her condition rapidly changed to end of life care. The staff kept us informed of our mothers care at every step of the way. Cannot fault the care mum received. All staff friendly & approachable. We mainly dealt with the manager & staff
nurse who was the deputy who were more that willing to deal with any issues we had as a family.
Would hiighly recommend this nursing home, beautiful setting & comfy rooms.
09 April 2025
My father in law was staying with us, till the point he no longer could. My wife didn't want any outside help or support. It took alot for her to let someone help. Blackdown couldn't of been a better fit for us all. My father-in law was happy, comfortable and felt safe enough to be honest in how he
felt. the staff have been amazing in their support to him and us as a family. While doing their job they've also made sure my wife/kids are well looked after while there.
09 April 2025
I was caring for my Dad at home after a year of caring for my mum/step dad through cancer, I did not want him to spend his last months anywhere other than home, it came to a point where for his health and my mental health I had no choice, Blackdown was found and I couldn't be more greatful. The
staff have saved me, made me feel welcome and supported in the darkest time of life. The care and attention they've provided my Dad is untouched. I will forever be greatful to them.
31 March 2025
Caring friendly staff that go the extra mile to ensure residents are comfortable, cared for and happy in the home. Entertainment and well-being events are regularly provided to meet variety of residents needs. The management and staff respond in a caring way to any feedback from families and
residents and genuinely listen.
27 March 2025
Blackdown - the manager and two members of staff specifically and all staff have been fantastic with my Dad who moved in following a long stay in hospital. By nature, my dad is very anxious and takes a while to settle. Blackdown have been more than accommodating, giving him time, patience and more
importantly the specialist care he requires.
I am happy and relieved that I know his days are enriched with activities and entertainment, good and plentiful food and great care and that I don't have the worry about his welfare.
I couldn't have placed him in a better home
31 January 2025
Blackdown Nursing Home is absolutely wonderful. The staff are so kind and caring that my husband settled immediately. The care he was given was exceptional and that gave me complete confidence that he was in safe hands. If the staff had any concerns - even minor - they would call and let me know, so
that I was always informed. If he wanted to have a walk about, there was always a member of staff nearby to keep an eye on him and help if he was a bit wobbly that day! Every time I visited, I was so impressed with everything - from the attentive nursing staff and the smiling chef with his super meals, to the activities, which were varied and excellent. His south-facing bedroom was lovely with stunning views across the village and Dartmoor. Management manage the home faultlessly, along with ample staff. I will be forever grateful to them all for making his final weeks the best they could be. Thank you to the entire wonderful team.
17 December 2024
My husband had a stroke which has left him unable to walk, incontinent and with only a little speech. He's very tired and rather depressed but the staff are always very kind and caring and try to cheer him up with a kind word and lots of humour. They try to make him say a word here and there and
have taught him to sing a few songs to help his speech along. The management is always trying to improve things and has changed his room around twice to make it better for him. He has a lovely view out over the garden where rabbits and squirrels pop up now and then and there are many care animals which come in for a visit, it's always nice to have a good furry cuddle. A big thank you to the management and staff for taking care of him and making a difficult situation so much more bearable.
02 October 2024
Just generally, the care for my mum is fantastic, all staff are always happy and friendly and I always feel relaxed knowing how well she is looked after, thank you so much.
I cannot pick a certain specific time to comment on as generally, my mum's care is spot on. She can be very argumentative and
I know all the staff are very tolerant.
27 September 2024
The manager and the team at Blackdown Nursing Home are outstanding. It's hard giving over the care of my husband to someone else but I know they give him the best care possible. The team there are the best - so kind and caring. Every single member of the team shows so much care and respect for my
husband. Visiting him is a joy as it is such a happy place. Thank you Blackdown team for taking such amazing care of my husband.
23 September 2024
The staff are amazing and really care passionately for their residents. Nothing is too much trouble. The manager and admin staff are equally as important and answer queries very quickly as well as very supportive to residents and loved ones. I feel safe knowing Dad is with you. Thank you.
23 September 2024
Blackdown Nursing home is a friendly, caring and super efficient in nursing care for my mum.
They always answer any questions I have and explain any ongoing concerns clearly.
I know my mum is in the best capable hands and trust all the staff with my mum's care.
The home is clean, tidy and
provides good nutritious meals.
30 April 2024
My mum was so well looked after in her final days at Blackdown Nursing Home, the care was fantastic, nothing was too much trouble for the staff, I was kept fully updated with everything. I can't thank the staff enough for their compassion and care, I would definitely recommend this nursing home to
anyone.
Latest Reviews for Blackdown Nursing Home
29 January 2026
My godmother came to Blackdown in August 2024 she had severe dementia and was bed bound except for a few occasions when the staff were able to get her seated, unfortunately she passed in January 2026.
The care she received was excellent, the staff were always polite and "caring". The communication
with myself was prompt, polite and once again "caring".
Thank you to the team for helping my godmother and myself during this journey.
12 December 2025
Lovely home good feel. Happy staff nothing too much trouble. My wife is happy here. I am happy with that.
03 November 2025
My partner was accepted by "Blackdown" after a 2 week traumatic stay in hospital, and my initial shock at the distance, I had to travel was soon allayed by the warmth we received from everyone of the wonderful staff. Every visit for me was a pleasure, and my partner became the lovely calm man he
used to be. My biggest regret is that we have to leave. Thankyou all for your wonderful care and support. I cannot thankyou enough.
02 September 2025
All the staff at Blackdown have been amazing and given our Mum fantastic care. They are understanding, caring and engaging. The level of activities and entertainment have filled our Mums senior years with music and song that she loved.
02 September 2025
My mum has been in blackdown for a few years now and the care and support has been amazing, she was looked after extremely well and all her needs were met, communication with the family was also impeccable.
All of the staff are loving and caring and always there for support for my mum and all of
the family.
26 August 2025
My mother was admitted at beginning of June. The care was exceptional, the staff were amazing and very diligent. They were always on the other end of the phone being supportive, empathetic and caring. Thank you.
20 August 2025
I can't fault the care that the staff at Blackdown gave my mum in her final month. They were thoughtful to all my mum's needs, and our needs. They kept us fully informed on everything, from her medication needs and changes, to her general comfort on a day today basis. The whole experience of
visiting my mum @ Blackdown was always very relaxing. I knew that Mum was being very well looked after and I would never have any hesitation in recommending this home to others.
15 August 2025
The care my mum received in the last few weeks of her life was outstanding.
The patience they had with her was heartwarming to see.
When mum passed they show us (the family) so much care and compassion which meant so much.
15 August 2025
My mother became a resident at Blackdown approx 1 month ago & her condition rapidly changed to end of life care. The staff kept us informed of our mothers care at every step of the way. Cannot fault the care mum received. All staff friendly & approachable. We mainly dealt with the manager & staff
nurse who was the deputy who were more that willing to deal with any issues we had as a family.
Would hiighly recommend this nursing home, beautiful setting & comfy rooms.
09 April 2025
My father in law was staying with us, till the point he no longer could. My wife didn't want any outside help or support. It took alot for her to let someone help. Blackdown couldn't of been a better fit for us all. My father-in law was happy, comfortable and felt safe enough to be honest in how he
felt. the staff have been amazing in their support to him and us as a family. While doing their job they've also made sure my wife/kids are well looked after while there.
09 April 2025
I was caring for my Dad at home after a year of caring for my mum/step dad through cancer, I did not want him to spend his last months anywhere other than home, it came to a point where for his health and my mental health I had no choice, Blackdown was found and I couldn't be more greatful. The
staff have saved me, made me feel welcome and supported in the darkest time of life. The care and attention they've provided my Dad is untouched. I will forever be greatful to them.
31 March 2025
Caring friendly staff that go the extra mile to ensure residents are comfortable, cared for and happy in the home. Entertainment and well-being events are regularly provided to meet variety of residents needs. The management and staff respond in a caring way to any feedback from families and
residents and genuinely listen.
27 March 2025
Blackdown - the manager and two members of staff specifically and all staff have been fantastic with my Dad who moved in following a long stay in hospital. By nature, my dad is very anxious and takes a while to settle. Blackdown have been more than accommodating, giving him time, patience and more
importantly the specialist care he requires.
I am happy and relieved that I know his days are enriched with activities and entertainment, good and plentiful food and great care and that I don't have the worry about his welfare.
I couldn't have placed him in a better home
31 January 2025
Blackdown Nursing Home is absolutely wonderful. The staff are so kind and caring that my husband settled immediately. The care he was given was exceptional and that gave me complete confidence that he was in safe hands. If the staff had any concerns - even minor - they would call and let me know, so
that I was always informed. If he wanted to have a walk about, there was always a member of staff nearby to keep an eye on him and help if he was a bit wobbly that day! Every time I visited, I was so impressed with everything - from the attentive nursing staff and the smiling chef with his super meals, to the activities, which were varied and excellent. His south-facing bedroom was lovely with stunning views across the village and Dartmoor. Management manage the home faultlessly, along with ample staff. I will be forever grateful to them all for making his final weeks the best they could be. Thank you to the entire wonderful team.
17 December 2024
My husband had a stroke which has left him unable to walk, incontinent and with only a little speech. He's very tired and rather depressed but the staff are always very kind and caring and try to cheer him up with a kind word and lots of humour. They try to make him say a word here and there and
have taught him to sing a few songs to help his speech along. The management is always trying to improve things and has changed his room around twice to make it better for him. He has a lovely view out over the garden where rabbits and squirrels pop up now and then and there are many care animals which come in for a visit, it's always nice to have a good furry cuddle. A big thank you to the management and staff for taking care of him and making a difficult situation so much more bearable.
02 October 2024
Just generally, the care for my mum is fantastic, all staff are always happy and friendly and I always feel relaxed knowing how well she is looked after, thank you so much.
I cannot pick a certain specific time to comment on as generally, my mum's care is spot on. She can be very argumentative and
I know all the staff are very tolerant.
27 September 2024
The manager and the team at Blackdown Nursing Home are outstanding. It's hard giving over the care of my husband to someone else but I know they give him the best care possible. The team there are the best - so kind and caring. Every single member of the team shows so much care and respect for my
husband. Visiting him is a joy as it is such a happy place. Thank you Blackdown team for taking such amazing care of my husband.
23 September 2024
The staff are amazing and really care passionately for their residents. Nothing is too much trouble. The manager and admin staff are equally as important and answer queries very quickly as well as very supportive to residents and loved ones. I feel safe knowing Dad is with you. Thank you.
23 September 2024
Blackdown Nursing home is a friendly, caring and super efficient in nursing care for my mum.
They always answer any questions I have and explain any ongoing concerns clearly.
I know my mum is in the best capable hands and trust all the staff with my mum's care.
The home is clean, tidy and
provides good nutritious meals.
30 April 2024
My mum was so well looked after in her final days at Blackdown Nursing Home, the care was fantastic, nothing was too much trouble for the staff, I was kept fully updated with everything. I can't thank the staff enough for their compassion and care, I would definitely recommend this nursing home to
anyone.