Your guide to the best care homes around Peterlee.
From easy access to the beautiful County Durham countryside, to peaceful green spaces like Castle Eden Dene National Nature Reserve - perfect for gentle walks and family outings, Peterlee is a wonderful place for older adults to live, and the care homes here reflect exactly that. To ease your search, we’re here to guide you with thoughtful advice and support you can trust at every stage.
Care homes in Peterlee offer a supportive and personalised approach to later life care, with various settings to suit different needs and budgets. You can filter by your requirements above, or request a free, personalised care home shortlist from our Care Experts, delivered directly to your inbox.
Local homes like Field View provide several types of care, including residential, dementia, nursing, and short-term respite care. Many also offer daily activities such as light exercise, craft sessions, baking, and sing-alongs, helping residents feel valued and part of a close-knit community. Be sure to check out The Hawthorns as well, which is near the town centre and has an ‘Outstanding’ Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating, the highest a care home can be awarded. This home is managed by Barchester Healthcare, one of the country’s most trusted providers.
If your loved one is living with complex care needs, they’ll be looked after by a registered nurse or expert carer. If further support is needed, Peterlee is well-connected to local healthcare facilities, including the Peterlee Community Hospital.
Not only are the homes we partner with fully regulated by the CQC, but they’re also reviewed by our in-house Care Experts. Our mission is to help you and your family find care in Peterlee where comfort and dignity come together.
The Hawthorns - Located in a serene neighbourhood of Peterlee, The Hawthorns provides exceptional nursing and dementia care. With an 'Outstanding' CQC rating, thanks to its dedicated team, residents enjoy beautifully decorated bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a variety of communal lounges, and tranquil gardens. The Hawthorns offers residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care, alongside various activities.
Birchwood Court - This home provides a welcoming setting for residential, dementia, and respite care. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, this home features a pub, a cinema, and a charming vintage café, providing engaging activities for residents. The dedicated team, some with over a decade of service, creates a warm, family-like atmosphere. Residents enjoy home-cooked meals, a minibus for local outings, and various regular activities.
Ashwood Park - Located in Easington Colliery near Peterlee, Ashwood Park is a vibrant residential and nursing home offering tailored care services. Residential, dementia, nursing, palliative, and respite care are all provided. The Willow Suite is a dementia-friendly area with themed décor, while the sensory garden and hair salon add to the home’s warmth. Residents enjoy activities like vintage film nights and pet therapy, ensuring an engaging lifestyle.
Langley House - Situated in the village of Horden near Peterlee, this is a Veteran-friendly home offering a range of care types, including residential, dementia, and respite care. Langley House features beautifully landscaped gardens, spacious lounges, and a luxurious dining room. A diverse activities programme and pet-friendly policy ensure residents feel right at home.
Here is some further information about care homes in Peterlee.
We have 58 care homes in Peterlee. 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.
Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Peterlee, the average cost of care is £1,067. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.
Yes, every Peterlee care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Peterlee's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission