Your guide to the best care homes around Bury.
Tucked away in the northwestern corner of Greater Manchester, Bury offers a unique blend of urban accessibility and beautiful green spaces, with various country parks just a short drive away. With Fairfield General Hospital and several GP practices nearby, residents benefit from quick access to health services, while transport links via the Metrolink and major motorways make it easy for families travelling from Manchester, Bolton or Rochdale to visit.
Many care homes in Bury are seen as some of the area’s best for dementia care, with homes such as Brookdale offering carefully designed spaces, trained staff, and routines that promote familiarity, which is essential for those living with dementia. Residential homes like Burrswood are available too, focused on respectful care and supporting residents to maintain independence where possible.
All of these homes reflect the town’s strong local identity, with many placing emphasis on familiarity and comfort. You’ll find converted Victorian buildings alongside modern purpose-built homes, some featuring bright sensory rooms, memory corridors with local heritage themes, and garden allotments where residents grow herbs or vegetables. A few homes even partner with community projects or cultural venues such as The Met Arts Centre, bringing music and storytelling into residents’ daily lives.
Other popular facilities regularly found in Bury homes include communal lounges, activity rooms, landscaped gardens, deluxe cinema rooms, and even salon-style hairdressers for an added touch of luxury.
We’ve simplified the task of finding the right care home, whether that’s for you or your loved one. We only list homes that are fully regulated and have been reviewed by our in-house team of Care Experts - professionals with backgrounds across adult social care. Whatever you’re looking for, we’re here to help with clear, honest guidance, every step of the way.
Brookdale - Northeast of the town centre, Brookdale has a dedicated team that focus on dignified residential care, which is aimed at people who need regular support with their personal care and mobility. If your loved one is living with dementia, they can also be looked after here on a permanent or short-term respite basis.
Farnworth - This home is southwest of Bury and has a team of activity coordinators who will ensure there’s always something for your loved one to do, with movie nights and pampering sessions popular. Afternoons can be spent in the stylish lounges, beauty salon, cinema room and tranquil gardens, where residents enjoy relaxing on warm summer afternoons.
Here is some further information about care homes in Bury.
We have 128 care homes in Bury. 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 Bury, the average cost of care is £1,125. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.
Yes, every Bury care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).
We have 1 in Bury that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing homes in Bury 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.
We have 2 care homes in Bury that offer residential care, which provides support and care for those who may find it difficult to live independently. Our residential care homes in Bury provide support for everyday tasks, including washing, mobility, and dressing.
We have 1 Bury 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 in Bury 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.
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 2 care homes in Bury that provide short-term stays.
Respite care homes in Bury 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.
1 Bury 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.
Bury's Care Regulator:
Care Quality Commission