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Durham Road, Bowburn, Durham, DH6 5AT
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23 December 2025
Need more food options & more 1-2-1 movement sessions
22 December 2025
Staff are always helpful when approached, answering questions to ease any concerns.
22 December 2025
Staff have been very supportive however feel the food could be more varied.
15 December 2025
Residents appear clean and well dressed and have their needs well cared for. My father is happy and speak very highly of staff members who take time to have meaningful conversations and lots of positive interactions with him. The staff keep us up to date with information and also about his daily
activities. The manager shows full commitment in her role and goes above beyond to ensure residents are safe, happy and valued.
10 December 2025
All the staff are kind, helpful, nothing is too much trouble. They treat you with dignity and respect and have a joke with you. The room is a good size, bright.
04 December 2025
Truthfully it is nice, everyone is well looked after, if anyone asks I would recommend this care home. My husband is well looked after and patience is amazing.
04 December 2025
I can not recommend or praise this care home highly enough. I know my mam is looked after to the highest standards & she feels safe & respected. It is like having another family, everyone from the top down is amazing & most definitely in the right job. Which gives us peace of mind.
04 December 2025
I would highly recommend Bowburn Care Home. The staff are very caring and cannot do enough. Nothing is too much trouble to them.
04 December 2025
I think the home and care provided for my wife is great. The staff are cheerful and more than helpful and are very good at responding to any questions I have.
I would have no hesitation recommending this home to other potential clients
04 December 2025
Mam has only been a resident here for a short while, but the care and support she recieves from the staff is second to none. Staff go above and beyond for there residents. Mam loves the variety of activitie available. Would recommend to anyone looking for care.
02 September 2025
This care home is beautiful. The residents are amazingly looked after, they get looked after better than I do honestly. The food is great! The activites are incredible especially making them smile and so happy. Thank you to everyone days and night carers, chefs, cleaners absolutely everyone!!
20 August 2025
All the staff really care about the residents in this home, going above and beyond at times and everyone is treated with love and respect. They are well looked after and engage in many different daily activities and day trips. Gardening, baking, bingo, quizzes, dancing, singing, reading, children
and animals visiting, to name a few. They even have a hairdresser and are treated to beauty treatments. It is clean with no foul odour that some other homes have. The families of residents are kept up to date with any needs or requirements and can visit any time or take residents out. It's nice they use social media to show them enjoying their activities.
Sometimes the staff can be a little stretched, meaning some things with hygeine, clothing ect can go unnoticed and buzzers are sounding a while before being answered. Despite that the residents are happy, well fed, bathed regular and treated as individuals. I wouldn't hesitate to place another family member in there if needed.
27 June 2025
I wish to say that having experienced 2 previous homes, Bowburn comes top of the list in all aspects of what is required and expected of a care homes suitability. For my wife who is bedbound after suffering a stroke.
04 June 2025
My mother is currently being currently a resident in Bowburn suffering from vascular dementia, from my very first visit the staff have always made me feel at ease and welcomed us and have gone out of their way to make our visits as comfortable as possible. We do not live local to Bowburn and the
fact that you can just turn up anytime of any day has helped planning visits so much easier. i cannot speak highly enough of the staff and the home i really cant, as a family my two brothers and i have said that our mam could not be in a better home.The warmth shown to us by the staff really has touched us and Mam is always happy and you can just see she is well looked after and as happy as she can be which means so much to help what is a difficult situation for us all. I would recommend Bowburn to anybody and in my opinion it is of the highest standard along with the most caring staff.
29 May 2025
We are so grateful to the team at Bowburn, they really do care.not only for their residents but for the wider family.. kind and compassionate... I truly believe we could not have found a better place for my mother in law to be cared for.
We called in today and she was tucking into a full roast
beef dinner .. all home cooked. Any restraunt pub or cafe would of been proud to serve it.
23 May 2025
My Father with advanced dementia initially went into Bowburn for respite care. It was a very difficult decision for us to make as a family. We were welcomed to visit at any time to look round before no pre arrangements needed....to see it as it is. It was clear that managers and staff were happy
and it was clear they wanted to give residents the individual care, dignity understand them for who they were. My dad's personal care was always well attended to. He spent time in the communal areas and encouraged to engage in all activities. He was so well supported to eat ...self led as much as possible. Staff were happy quite had been working there for .any years , which says a lot. It was clean , communication was great. I have been so happy with the care that Bowburn gave my dad and would highly recommend it...caring, clean , happy residents and staff.
23 May 2025
As a family we were invited to visit the care home without an appointment. Their approach was '' take us as you find us' and after being shown around we felt confident that all the staff had each residents unique welfare at the core of their care. After two successful episodes of respite and seeing
dad seemingly unphased by the communal living , when dad' care was no longer tenable at home we were confident we had a great local option. Care is second to none. Every resident is looked after as an individual with dignity and respect. As a family we consistently witnessed kindness, tenderness and patience. Staff had to adapt to the ever changing capabilities and health needs of our lovely dad . They supported Dad through these transitions and also eased us, his family through these new unchartered waters. His end of life care was communicated sensitively and clearly and our whole family felt 'looked after' . The staffs reaction to our loss showed us that they truly cared. Thankyou
22 May 2025
Thank you to you all for the care and respect you have shown our dear dad throughout his time with you, and the continuing compassion you have shown our family. You really are a wonderful team.
31 March 2025
My friend is so happy in bowburn, joins in the activity's, The home is clean fresh smelling and the staff I have met are lovely. As you walk past the kitchen on the ground floor you can see how clean it all is, also the menu is displayed for visitors to see
30 January 2025
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the incredible team at Bowburn Care Home for the exceptional care and compassion shown to our beloved dad during his 8-year stay with you. As a family, we were fortunate to witness firsthand the love and dedication that the four particular carers and
all the other staff involved with Dad, poured into their work every single day.
Throughout his journey with dementia, our dad was treated with dignity, patience, and an abundance of kindness that brought us immense comfort. It was clear that every interaction was filled with genuine care, and the relationships formed were truly special.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the care home manager, for her professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment to providing outstanding care. Under her leadership, Bowburn Care Home has been a place of comfort, compassion, and excellence for our dad and many others.
Latest Reviews for Bowburn Care Centre
23 December 2025
Need more food options & more 1-2-1 movement sessions
22 December 2025
Staff are always helpful when approached, answering questions to ease any concerns.
22 December 2025
Staff have been very supportive however feel the food could be more varied.
15 December 2025
Residents appear clean and well dressed and have their needs well cared for. My father is happy and speak very highly of staff members who take time to have meaningful conversations and lots of positive interactions with him. The staff keep us up to date with information and also about his daily
activities. The manager shows full commitment in her role and goes above beyond to ensure residents are safe, happy and valued.
10 December 2025
All the staff are kind, helpful, nothing is too much trouble. They treat you with dignity and respect and have a joke with you. The room is a good size, bright.
04 December 2025
Truthfully it is nice, everyone is well looked after, if anyone asks I would recommend this care home. My husband is well looked after and patience is amazing.
04 December 2025
I can not recommend or praise this care home highly enough. I know my mam is looked after to the highest standards & she feels safe & respected. It is like having another family, everyone from the top down is amazing & most definitely in the right job. Which gives us peace of mind.
04 December 2025
I would highly recommend Bowburn Care Home. The staff are very caring and cannot do enough. Nothing is too much trouble to them.
04 December 2025
I think the home and care provided for my wife is great. The staff are cheerful and more than helpful and are very good at responding to any questions I have.
I would have no hesitation recommending this home to other potential clients
04 December 2025
Mam has only been a resident here for a short while, but the care and support she recieves from the staff is second to none. Staff go above and beyond for there residents. Mam loves the variety of activitie available. Would recommend to anyone looking for care.
02 September 2025
This care home is beautiful. The residents are amazingly looked after, they get looked after better than I do honestly. The food is great! The activites are incredible especially making them smile and so happy. Thank you to everyone days and night carers, chefs, cleaners absolutely everyone!!
20 August 2025
All the staff really care about the residents in this home, going above and beyond at times and everyone is treated with love and respect. They are well looked after and engage in many different daily activities and day trips. Gardening, baking, bingo, quizzes, dancing, singing, reading, children
and animals visiting, to name a few. They even have a hairdresser and are treated to beauty treatments. It is clean with no foul odour that some other homes have. The families of residents are kept up to date with any needs or requirements and can visit any time or take residents out. It's nice they use social media to show them enjoying their activities.
Sometimes the staff can be a little stretched, meaning some things with hygeine, clothing ect can go unnoticed and buzzers are sounding a while before being answered. Despite that the residents are happy, well fed, bathed regular and treated as individuals. I wouldn't hesitate to place another family member in there if needed.
27 June 2025
I wish to say that having experienced 2 previous homes, Bowburn comes top of the list in all aspects of what is required and expected of a care homes suitability. For my wife who is bedbound after suffering a stroke.
04 June 2025
My mother is currently being currently a resident in Bowburn suffering from vascular dementia, from my very first visit the staff have always made me feel at ease and welcomed us and have gone out of their way to make our visits as comfortable as possible. We do not live local to Bowburn and the
fact that you can just turn up anytime of any day has helped planning visits so much easier. i cannot speak highly enough of the staff and the home i really cant, as a family my two brothers and i have said that our mam could not be in a better home.The warmth shown to us by the staff really has touched us and Mam is always happy and you can just see she is well looked after and as happy as she can be which means so much to help what is a difficult situation for us all. I would recommend Bowburn to anybody and in my opinion it is of the highest standard along with the most caring staff.
29 May 2025
We are so grateful to the team at Bowburn, they really do care.not only for their residents but for the wider family.. kind and compassionate... I truly believe we could not have found a better place for my mother in law to be cared for.
We called in today and she was tucking into a full roast
beef dinner .. all home cooked. Any restraunt pub or cafe would of been proud to serve it.
23 May 2025
My Father with advanced dementia initially went into Bowburn for respite care. It was a very difficult decision for us to make as a family. We were welcomed to visit at any time to look round before no pre arrangements needed....to see it as it is. It was clear that managers and staff were happy
and it was clear they wanted to give residents the individual care, dignity understand them for who they were. My dad's personal care was always well attended to. He spent time in the communal areas and encouraged to engage in all activities. He was so well supported to eat ...self led as much as possible. Staff were happy quite had been working there for .any years , which says a lot. It was clean , communication was great. I have been so happy with the care that Bowburn gave my dad and would highly recommend it...caring, clean , happy residents and staff.
23 May 2025
As a family we were invited to visit the care home without an appointment. Their approach was '' take us as you find us' and after being shown around we felt confident that all the staff had each residents unique welfare at the core of their care. After two successful episodes of respite and seeing
dad seemingly unphased by the communal living , when dad' care was no longer tenable at home we were confident we had a great local option. Care is second to none. Every resident is looked after as an individual with dignity and respect. As a family we consistently witnessed kindness, tenderness and patience. Staff had to adapt to the ever changing capabilities and health needs of our lovely dad . They supported Dad through these transitions and also eased us, his family through these new unchartered waters. His end of life care was communicated sensitively and clearly and our whole family felt 'looked after' . The staffs reaction to our loss showed us that they truly cared. Thankyou
22 May 2025
Thank you to you all for the care and respect you have shown our dear dad throughout his time with you, and the continuing compassion you have shown our family. You really are a wonderful team.
31 March 2025
My friend is so happy in bowburn, joins in the activity's, The home is clean fresh smelling and the staff I have met are lovely. As you walk past the kitchen on the ground floor you can see how clean it all is, also the menu is displayed for visitors to see
30 January 2025
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the incredible team at Bowburn Care Home for the exceptional care and compassion shown to our beloved dad during his 8-year stay with you. As a family, we were fortunate to witness firsthand the love and dedication that the four particular carers and
all the other staff involved with Dad, poured into their work every single day.
Throughout his journey with dementia, our dad was treated with dignity, patience, and an abundance of kindness that brought us immense comfort. It was clear that every interaction was filled with genuine care, and the relationships formed were truly special.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the care home manager, for her professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment to providing outstanding care. Under her leadership, Bowburn Care Home has been a place of comfort, compassion, and excellence for our dad and many others.