Your guide to the best care homes around Penrith.
Winters Park, part of the HC-One family of care homes, is nestled in the serene setting of Penrith, in the beautiful Lake District.
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Appleby Grange, managed by Cinnabar Support and Living, is a welcoming care home in Appleby offering residential and respite care.
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£1,540
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Located in Cumbria on the south-west edge of Carlisle, Eden Manor Care Home, operated by Lovett Care, offers an unparalleled living experience in a luxurious setting.
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£1,520
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Ideally located in a charming residential area on the outskirts of Carlisle, Lanercost House is a friendly care home that provides expert residential, dementia, nursing and respite care to those in need.
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Not only is Penrith surrounded by stunning scenery, but this market town near the Lake District National Park is also famed for its eye-catching buildings. We’ve partnered with well-respected care home groups to bring you a range of care homes in Penrith.
This includes residential care homes in Penrith offering respectful personal care and specialist nursing homes providing medical support. You’ll also find homes offering compassionate support across the 5 stages of palliative care. If your loved one requires short-term care while you or someone else takes a break from caring, we list temporary respite care homes in Penrith as well.
To be as transparent as possible, our Penrith care home listings above are packed with useful information, such as the different care types on offer, care home costs per week and their overall rating from the Care Quality Commission.
To ease your search for a home in Cumbria, we’ve also gathered up some of the best-rated care homes in the popular towns of Allerdale, Cockermouth and Keswick.
Our homes provide a variety of meaningful activities for all residents to enjoy, and our care experts will be happy to provide whatever information you require.
Customer Care Lead
Hannah has several years of experience within the care sector and has received training from Integrated Care Board (ICB) leads, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) , and the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA). Hannah also has an NHS Care Certificate.
Here is some further information about care homes in Penrith.
How many care homes are there in Penrith?
We have 28 care homes in Penrith. Our team of Care Experts hand-picks all our homes based on several factors, including the quality of care, facilities, and the home's culture.
What is the average cost of care in Penrith?
Care home costs vary significantly across Penrith. The average cost of care in Penrith is £1,358 per week.
You could be eligible for care funding support in England from your local authority - you can check through a free financial assessment, which immediately follows a care needs assessment. You may also qualify for a form of NHS support, such as NHS continuing healthcare.
What's included in the weekly cost of a care home in Penrith?
Typically, the weekly cost of a care home includes accommodation, the care itself, access to facilities, meals and snacks, housekeeping, social activities, and 24/7 support from carers and other staff members.
Additional extras in Penrith may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.
What factors affect Penrith care home fees?
In Penrith, care home fees vary based on factors such as the type of care needed (with nursing care costing more than residential care), the facilities and activities available, room size and other features, and the staff-to-resident ratio.
Homes in more central areas may be more expensive due to higher property and carer costs.
Are all care homes in Penrith regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?
Yes, every Penrith care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
The CQC checks care homes to ensure they're safe and well-run. They regularly conduct inspections and publish reports to help care-seekers make the right choice.
Penrith's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission
Here’s what our care-seekers are saying...
Amazing customer service. I got more than I expected from Lottie. Got so much information from Klara who really helped me with my search for a perfect care home. Thank you!
NP
25 May 2025
Excellent service. We are just looking at facilities for my mother and father-in-law and the advice you gave me was invaluable. I feel so relieved that there is a way forward.
Andy
23 May 2025
I wasn't aware of Lottie when looking for a home for my mum, but they were extremely helpful and contacted me with lots of valuable advice at a time when I needed it most. Thank you Lottie.
Martin
15 May 2025
Katy was so supportive, professional and helpful over the phone. Searching for care homes is such a hard task and having someone to help navigate the search is such a relief.
Katie
7 May 2025
Superb service providing much-needed up-to-date information regarding the many aspects of care. A range of care homes are listed, varying in service, quality rating, and cost.
Fay
8 April 2025
Eva listened to my mum’s care needs and sent a list of suitable homes. During a stressful time, expert guidance was a relief.
Philip
26 March 2025
I enquired about care homes for my mother-in-law. It helped seeing a range of options gathered in one place.
Jo
11 March 2025
Eva was kind, helpful and informative. I was grateful for her time and support in finding a care home. Thank you.
Nicola
12 February 2025
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