Compare Care Homes In Preston

Your guide to the best care homes around Preston.

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    NursingDementiaRespite
    From £1,056 per week42 Beds31% Ensuite1.32 miles from centrePreston, PR2 3RNWe Care Group
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    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespite
    From £1,000 per week60 Beds2.77 miles from centreRibbleton, PR2 6NHEach Other Care
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    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespite
    From £1,231 per week110 Beds6.55 miles from centreBamber Bridge, PR5 8LNHC-One
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    ResidentialDementiaRespite
    From £1,375 per week66 BedsAll Ensuite6.89 miles from centrePreston, PR4 3EFDanforth Care
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    From £1,500 per week66 BedsAll Ensuite6.99 miles from centrePreston, PR3 1PHDanforth Care

Find the right Care Home in Preston with Lottie

The Lancashire city of Preston offers a wide selection of care homes and balances green spaces, friendly communities and great transport links - making it an ideal place for later-life living. Whatever you’re searching for, we’re here to help you find the right care home quickly, confidently and with complete transparency.

Options range from affordable residential settings like Sherwood Lodge to premium homes such as Dovehaven Lodge, which provides specialist dementia, nursing, and palliative care. Many homes feature en-suite bedrooms, welcoming lounges, activity spaces, and lovely gardens. Residents enjoy tailored daily activities such as arts and crafts, light exercise, baking sessions, and film afternoons, helping to create warm and sociable atmospheres.

Preston benefits from strong healthcare support, particularly at the Royal Preston Hospital, which has dedicated departments for older adults. Green spaces like Avenham Park and Moor Park provide calm, scenic spots for family visits and time outdoors.

All care homes listed on Lottie are partnered with trusted providers such as Barchester Healthcare and Each Other Care and are fully regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). They’ve also been carefully reviewed by our in-house Care Experts. Every home featured meets high standards for safety, wellbeing and personalised support, and many are rated ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’ by the CQC. Each listing above includes accurate, up-to-date information on everything from availability and weekly fees to funding acceptance and room types, including options for couples moving in together.

If you aren’t sure where to begin, our Care Experts are just a call or click away. They can build you a free, personalised shortlist of Preston care homes matched to your needs, so you can focus on making the right choice for you or your loved one.

 

Best care homes in Preston

  • Sherwood Lodge - This is an incredibly luxurious home with a selection of stylish communal lounges, bright dining areas, and an activity room. We love the activities offered at this home, and the dedicated activity coordinator often caters to residents' individual interests.

  • Sherwood Court - Located in Fulwood, one of Preston’s most desirable suburbs, Sherwood Court specialises in nursing care, which your loved one may need if they require around-the-clock medical support from registered nurses. This care is also available to people living with dementia. Residents love the idyllic gardens here, particularly during the summer months.

  • Dovedale Court - This is the perfect place for your loved one to receive care if they’re living with dementia. This home has a dedicated Memory Lane community, which provides a safe and comfortable setting for dementia residents. What’s more, staff regularly undertake specialist dementia training to ensure the care given is as up-to-date as possible.

Hannah Karim

Written by Hannah Karim

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

Frequently asked questions

Here is some further information about care homes in Preston.

How many care homes are there in Preston?

We have 547 care homes in Preston. 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 Preston?

Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Preston, the average cost of care is £1,364. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.

Are all care homes in Preston regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)?

Yes, every Preston care home has been given a rating by England's Care Quality Commission (CQC).

How many nursing homes are there in Preston?

We have 2 in Preston that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing homes in Preston 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 Preston care homes offer residential care?

We have 2 care homes in Preston that offer residential care, which provides support and care for those who may find it difficult to live independently. Our residential care homes in Preston provide support for everyday tasks, including washing, mobility, and dressing.

What care homes in Preston offer dementia care?

We have 3 Preston 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 Preston can provide the level of support they need.

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What Preston care homes offer respite care?

If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 4 care homes in Preston that provide short-term stays.

Respite care homes in Preston 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.

Average care home costs in Preston

Average cost of residential care
£1,162per week
Average cost of nursing care
£1,349per week
Average cost of dementia care
£1,339per week
Average cost of nursing & dementia care
£1,343per week

Preston's Care Regulator:

Care Quality Commission

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