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Care homes in Bedfordshire

England / East of England / Bedfordshire

Care homes in with bed availability

The list below includes care homes with confirmed bed availability and are accepting new residents.

Please note, all new residencies are subject to a health assessment and being able to meet the care needs of the prospective resident.

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Richmond Manor care home

Richmond Manor

Bedford, MK45 2JTHamberley Care Homes

Located within a stone’s throw of nearby shops and amenities, Richmond Manor is a luxury care home in the idyllic town of Ampthill in Bedfordshire and offers residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short-term stays. With 69 spacious en suite bedrooms complete with walk-in showers, Richmond Manor is also home to a deluxe cinema with dementia-friendly screenings, special St George’s Café with the home’s iconic stained-glass window and The Masquerade, the luxurious wellbeing and beauty salon. Each resident’s life story is taken into consideration to create their personalised care package, which is continually updated throughout their stay to keep it fresh and varied.

Care available

  • Residential
  • Dementia
  • Nursing
  • Respite
  • GoodCQC Rating
  • Care residencies from £1,580 weekly

Elstow Manor care home

Elstow Manor

Bedford, MK42 6FZHamberley Care Homes

Elstow Manor in Wixams is a stunning care home delivering expert residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short breaks. Elstow Manor offers care seekers a truly luxury environment, with bright, spacious en-suite bedrooms decorated in a range of contemporary styles, a wellbeing and beauty salon, elegant café and bar, deluxe cinema and private dining suite serving delicious, home cooked meals. The team at Elstow Manor take a person-centred approach, tailoring care plans to each resident’s unique needs and preferences and the home regularly works with local nurseries, schools and other community hubs to encourage residents to socialise and make new friendships.

Care available

  • Residential
  • Dementia
  • Nursing
  • Respite
  • Requires improvementCQC Rating
  • Care residencies from £1,483 weekly

Baycroft Flitwick care home

Baycroft Flitwick

Bedford, MK45 1BEBaycroft

Part of the Baycroft care group, Baycroft Flitwick is located in leafy Flitwick, Bedfordshire and offers residential and dementia care for up to 75 residents. The luxury facilities at the home include beautiful lounges, dining rooms and terraces, as well as a café, hair salon, cinema, library and fitness suite. The dedicated care team, headed up by manager Michelle, encourage residents to partake in a range of social activities organised by the lifestyle and wellbeing coordinator. With shops and amenities just a stone’s throw away, Baycroft Flitwick is extremely well-located by foot, by car or on public transport.

Care available

  • Residential
  • Dementia
  • Nursing
  • Respite
  • GoodCQC Rating
  • Care residencies from £1,470 weekly

Baycroft Kempston care home

Baycroft Kempston

Bedford, MK42 7FYBaycroft

Part of the Baycroft care group, Baycroft Kempston care home is located in Kempston, Bedford and offers residential and dementia care. Facilities include 80 luxurious rooms in a range of styles, a cinema, library, hair salon, spa treatment room and activity room, as well as beautiful landscaped gardens. Residents benefit from a weekly activities schedule organised by the dedicated coordinator, in addition to day trips in the home’s minibus. Manager Clare Twiss leads the friendly care team, who are dedicated to supporting residents to feel cared for at all times; yet still maintain their independence.

Care available

  • Residential
  • Dementia
  • Nursing
  • Respite
  • GoodCQC Rating
  • Care residencies from £1,255 weekly

Exterior of Milton Ernest Hall in Bedford, Bedfordshire

Milton Ernest Hall

Bedford, MK44 1RJMajesticare

A stunning Grade 1 listed building surrounded by beautiful woodlands and rivers, Milton Ernest Hall is a warm and welcoming care home providing residential, nursing, dementia and respite care. Inside the home, you’ll find elegant communal living areas, a peaceful library, a charming dining room, a living room opening onto terraces and the gardens and a range of ornate bedrooms to suit all living situations. Milton Ernest Hall is just a ten minute drive from Bedford town centre which is home to a variety of shops and restaurants - and there are no fewer than 20 courses in Bedfordshire, ideal for keen golfers.

Care available

  • Residential
  • Dementia
  • Nursing
  • Respite
  • GoodCQC Rating
  • Care residencies from £1,350 weekly

Penrose Court care home

Penrose Court

Biggleswade, SG18 8UAIndependent Care Home

Nestled within the quaint market town of Biggleswade, Penrose Court is a private and luxury care home that offers the highest levels of nursing support, as well as residential, dementia and respite care to those in need. As well as beautifully decorated en-suite bedrooms equipped with all the modern comforts, residents can make use of the high-spec facilities in this Care Concern home, including elegant dining services, idyllic private gardens, a hairdresser and beauty salon and the plush cinema room. The enthusiastic activities team ensure no day is the same at Penrose Court. Some activities to look forward to are snooker, bowls, art and crafts and even trips to local areas.

Care available

  • Residential
  • Dementia
  • Nursing
  • Respite
  • Requires improvementCQC Rating
  • Care residencies from £1,200 weekly

Caddington Grove care home

Caddington Grove

Dunstable, LU6 3DXHamberley Care Homes

Caddington Grove is a luxury care home in Dunstable, delivering residential and nursing care in a welcoming and friendly environment. Caddington Grove has spacious and tastefully decorated bedrooms with en suite facilities, bright and airy communal spaces, beauty salon with hair and nail treatments including manicures, pedicures and hand massages and on-site deluxe cinema where residents can enjoy new releases and old favourites. The highly trained staff, led by manager Mike, make residents feel supported and happy at all times, encouraging them to socialise with fellow residents, family and friends and feel part of the local community.

Care available

  • Residential
  • Dementia
  • Nursing
  • Respite
  • GoodCQC Rating
  • Care residencies from £1,265 weekly

Frequently asked questions

Here is some further information about care homes in Bedfordshire.

How many care homes are there in Bedfordshire?

We have 8 care homes in Bedfordshire, including Penrose Court and Caddington Grove. All our homes have been hand-picked by our team of care experts based on a number of factors, including the quality of care and the home's culture.

What is the average cost of care in Bedfordshire?

Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Bedfordshire, the average cost of care is £1,344. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.

How many nursing homes are there in Bedfordshire?

We have 6 in Bedfordshire that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing care homes offer personalised support for anyone who has a medical condition or disability that requires round-the-clock care from registered nurses in a home-from-home environment.

How many Bedfordshire care homes offer residential care?

We have 8 care homes in Bedfordshire that offer residential care, which provides support and care for those who may find it difficult to live independently. Our residential care homes provide support for everyday tasks, including washing, mobility, and dressing.

What care homes in Bedfordshire offer dementia care?

We have 7 Bedfordshire care homes that provide round-the-clock dementia care. Those with dementia will need more care as the condition progresses, and specialist dementia care homes can provide the level of support they need.

We've rounded up the best Alzheimer's care homes across the UK - they've been handpicked by our team of care experts for their specialised care, round-the-clock support and comforting environments.

What Bedfordshire care homes offer respite care?

If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 8 care homes in Bedfordshire that provide short-term stays.

Respite care homes provide relief for caregivers, offering a few weeks of support in a care home for a loved one while you recuperate. We've rounded up the best respite care homes in the UK to ease your care search.

Are there any care homes in Bedfordshire that offer end-of-life or palliative care?

6 Bedfordshire care homes provide palliative care for your loved one. A palliative care home aims to provide the highest level of support and comfort to every resident. End-of-life care can be an emotional experience for everyone, so our care experts will support you at every step.

Are you open to other locations nearby?

Explore other nearby locations to help find your dream care home at the right budget. Care homes vary in price enormously between different towns and villages.

Lottie’s guide to Bedfordshire

Need more guidance? Lottie’s team of Care Experts have prepared the ultimate guide to care homes in Bedfordshire. Here you’ll find an overview of the local area and recommendations for elderly-friendly places to visit.

  • Overview

Welcome to Bedfordshire

Bedfordshire in the East of England is packed full of amazing towns and villages, many of which provide easy access to care homes in nearby cities like Northampton and Cambridge. One of the very best places for care seekers to live in Bedfordshire is Ampthill.

Many of our Bedfordshire care homes are ideally located to visit other areas within the county like Luton, Bedford, Dunstable and Biggleswade.

The sort of care home you’re looking for will depend on a few things, including availability and what types of care are available - including specialist care and personal care. Our listings display a variety of key information, including overall care home costs, facilities and activities available. Many of our Bedfordshire care homes employ an activity coordinator - whose job it is to organise a wide range of fun care home activities for residents.

Meanwhile, extra facilities could include things like a hair salon, coffee shop or cinema room, along with places for socialising like communal lounges and dining rooms.

Our helpful team of care experts will walk you and your loved one through the process of finding the right type of care home in Bedfordshire for you or your loved one. This could be a residential care home or a nursing care home with trained care professionals such as registered nurses.

Popular Locations Bedfordshire

Russell Park

Often described as Bedford’s pride and joy, Russell Park makes for a very calming day out and is a firm favourite amongst locals, visitors and older adults alike.

Greensand Country

By far one of the best days out in Bedfordshire, Greensand Country is a long stretch of gorgeous grassland which is perfect for a relaxing walk through nature.

Whipsnade Zoo

With at least 3,000 animals that vary from zebras and lions to penguins and ostriches, Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire is the acclaimed ‘biggest zoo in the United Kingdom’.

Have you considered retirement living?

Not ready for a care home yet? Retirement living offers retirees an alternative housing option, where individuals can continue to live independently, but in a convenient and low-maintenance home-from-home environment. Explore these different retirement housing options, which offer varying levels of facilities, domestic support, and on-demand care services.

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Retirement Housing

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Retirement Communities

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Retirement Villages