The 11 Best Care Homes in Northamptonshire
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We’ve rounded up the best care homes in Northamptonshire below to ease your and your loved one’s search, including Cliftonville and Northampton Richmond Villages.
These homes are packed with state-of-the-art communal facilities and provide amazing standards of care.
To simplify your search, you can also request a free list of care homes created by our knowledgeable care experts. They’ll recommend Northamptonshire care homes matching your loved one’s specific requirements.
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Explore the best care homes in Northamptonshire:
- Northampton Richmond Villages
- Elm Bank
- Brook House
- Duke’s Court
- Cliftonville
- The Lakes
- Cheaney Court
- Glenmoor House
- Juniper House
- Westlands
- Avery Park
Northampton Richmond Villages
With an ‘Outstanding’ rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest rating available, Northampton Richmond Villages Care Home is known as one of the best care homes in Northamptonshire. This home boasts a brilliant location, just south of Northampton’s town centre, with easy access to nearby green spaces such as Salcey Forest and Foxfield Country Park.
Within the home, you’ll find numerous modern facilities for residents, including beautifully decorated en-suite bedrooms, cosy communal lounges, dining areas for delicious meals, and a large garden space complete with comfortable furniture - the perfect place for relaxing on a warm summer afternoon.
Respectful residential care is available if your loved one needs daily support with tasks relating to personal hygiene. At the same time, registered nurses give specialist nursing care around the clock. These types of care are suitable for people living with a form of dementia. Northampton Richmond Villages has an ‘Outstanding’ rating for how responsive the team is to changing care needs, so you can rest assured that your loved one will always be properly looked after.
CQC rating:
- Overall - Outstanding
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Good
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Outstanding
- Well-led - Outstanding
CQC Publication Date: 28/03/2020
| Learn more about Northampton Richmond Villages: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, nursing, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Outstanding |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | A bar, a spa, gardens, a library, a dedicated quiet space, a communal dining area, a room for spending time with family, outdoor terracing, an activity room, a café/restaurant and a hair and beauty salon |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 30 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | Yes |
| Care Home Operator | Bupa |
Are you interested in viewing Northampton Richmond Villages?
For availability and pricing, call 01604 279329.
Elm Bank
Elm Bank Care Home is situated in the Northamptonshire town of Kettering, just a short walk from the town centre. Your loved one will be close to convenient shops, delicious restaurants, classic pubs, and more.
The care team at Elm Bank provide respectful residential care. This is aimed at people who need regular support with tasks such as using the bathroom and getting dressed. This support is also available for people living with dementia. Elm Bank even has a dedicated Memory Lane Community, where dementia residents are looked after in a calming setting.
Alongside luxurious accommodation, Elm Bank has welcoming communal spaces such as large dining rooms, a private courtyard and a charming Victorian summer house. Residents enjoy socialising here with each other, family and friends.
The activity coordinators make sure every day is different at Elm Bank, with activities ranging from photography and crochet to hand-feeding local alpacas and everything in between!
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Requires Improvement
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 13/06/2023
| Learn more about Elm Bank: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | Gardens, a dedicated quiet space, communal and private dining areas, an activity room, and a hair and beauty salon |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 115 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | No |
| Care Home Operator | Barchester Healthcare |
Are you interested in viewing Elm Bank?
For availability and pricing, call 01536 907338.
Brook House
Brook House Care Home is located in Towcester, to the south of Northampton. Northamptonshire is packed with natural beauty, and your loved one will be well-placed to explore it here.
Set across three floors, Brook House has 53 en-suite bedrooms, all stylishly decorated and complete with large beds. You’ll also find communal and private dining spaces (for private gatherings with family and friends), a beauty salon, a cinema and an outdoor patio space with comfortable garden furniture.
Brook House was awarded ‘Best for Innovation and Environment’ at the prestigious Pinders Healthcare Design Awards, highlighting the team’s commitment to creating a welcoming setting. Residential and specialist dementia care are available, along with short-term convalescent care if your loved one is still recovering after an illness, operation or injury. Day care services are also available if your loved one needs looking after during the day, but not permanently.
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Good
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 24/08/2022
| Learn more about Brook House: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | Gardens, a library, a dedicated quiet space, communal and private dining areas, an activity room, a café/restaurant, and a hair and beauty salon |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 53 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | Yes |
| Care Home Operator | Aria Care |
Are you interested in viewing Brook House?
For availability and pricing, call 01529 404225.
Duke’s Court
Managed by the well respected Avery Healthcare, Duke’s Court Care Home is located in the charming Northamptonshire town of Wellingborough. This town is perfect for nature lovers, with green spaces such as Croyland Park and Dale End Park found inside it.
Residents love the range of activities at Duke’s Court. Care plans are often used to shape activities, based on personal interests and hobbies, with the most popular options including visits from puppies, owls, musicians, magicians and local community groups, along with dance classes, gardening and much more.
Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC across the board, Duke’s Court offers a fantastic standard of dignified residential care on a permanent or short-term respite basis. Specialist dementia care, mental health and physical disability support are also available if required.
It’s also easy to visit here, with free parking on site and plenty of convenient public transport links nearby.
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Good
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 11/08/2023
| Learn more about Duke's Court: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | Gardens, a library, a dedicated quiet space, a communal dining area, an activity room, a café/restaurant and a hair and beauty salon |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 60 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | Yes |
| Care Home Operator | Avery Healthcare |
Are you interested in viewing Duke’s Court?
For availability and pricing, call 01932 501803.
Cliftonville
Situated in the heart of Northampton, Cliftonville Care Home is ideal for having easy access to the rest of Northamptonshire, thanks to convenient public transport connections and its location near major road networks.
One of Cliftonville’s biggest selling points is its state-of-the-art range of facilities, which help residents enjoy an enriching experience in later life. The stylish and spacious bedrooms come with walk-in showers, while the cinema room is often used for afternoon movie sessions. Meanwhile, the beauty salon and therapy room are the dream spots for a well-deserved pampering session.
Residential, nursing and dementia care are available at Cliftonville. If your loved one is living with dementia, they’ll find several opportunities to reminisce, allowing them to remember fond memories from years gone by.
Residents have numerous opportunities to get involved with activities, including on day trips out of the home to nearby cultural spots and points of interest.
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Requires Improvement
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 07/12/2022
| Learn more about Cliftonville: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, nursing, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | A cinema room, gardens, a dedicated quiet space, a communal dining area, an activity room, a café/restaurant and a hair and beauty salon |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 106 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | Yes |
| Care Home Operator | Avery Healthcare |
Are you interested in viewing Cliftonville?
For availability and pricing, call 01604 279498.
The Lakes
Modern and purpose-built in the heart of Northamptonshire, The Lakes Care Home provides respectful residential care. This includes support with tasks such as taking certain medications and mobility support. If your loved one has dementia, they can also receive residential care here.
All the bedrooms at The Lakes have en-suite bathrooms, and many offer delightful views over the well-kept gardens, where residents often relax and spend time with their families during warm and sunny weather. You’ll also find an activity room, a communal dining space, and an area dedicated to peace and quiet. Moreover, pets are allowed in this home, subject to an assessment.
The Lakes offers easy access to the nearby town of Towcester, and larger towns and cities such as Northampton and Milton Keynes are under half an hour’s drive away.
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Good
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 09/03/2023
| Learn more about The Lakes: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential and dementia care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | Gardens, a dedicated quiet space, a communal dining area and an activity room |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 47 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | No |
| Care Home Operator | Minster Care Group |
Are you interested in viewing The Lakes?
For availability and pricing, call 01327 228478.
Cheaney Court
We love the location of Cheaney Court Care Home, in the market town of Desborough and near idyllic Northamptonshire countryside, along with popular green spaces such as Brampton Wood and Geddington Chase. Several types of high-quality, compassionate care are available, including residential, dementia, short-term respite and palliative care (if your loved one is living with a terminal or chronic condition).
Cheaney Court is purpose-built and has 63 bedrooms featuring a variety of en-suite facilities. In addition to the bedrooms, there are several other places to kick back and relax, read, watch TV, or socialise with other residents, including an activity room, communal lounge, dining area, and peaceful gardens.
Residents also benefit from a wide range of activities, many of which take place weekly. The highlights are arts and crafts, themed nights, gentle exercise, puzzles and games, movie nights, baking, and live entertainment.
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Good
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 26/02/2021
| Learn more about Cheaney Court: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, nursing, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | Gardens, a dedicated quiet space, a communal dining area, an activity room and a hair and beauty salon |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | 49% of bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 65 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | Yes |
| Care Home Operator | Minster Care Group |
Are you interested in viewing Cheaney Court?
For availability and pricing, call 01536 907240.
Glenmoor House
Glenmoor House Care Home is found in the large, bustling town of Corby in North Northamptonshire. The dedicated wellbeing programme at Glenmoor House ensures your loved one remains happy and fulfilled, while the regularly rotating activities and games calendar offers something for everyone, with popular entries including tennis, darts, netball, arts & crafts, dance, gentle exercise and beauty treatments.
Glenmoor House has a wide range of care services, from residential and specialist dementia care to around-the-clock nursing care from a team of registered and experienced nurses.
To help your loved one feel at home, residents are encouraged to decorate their rooms with cherished possessions and other personal belongings. Every bedroom is spacious and airy and has a walk-in shower and flat-screen TV.
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Good
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 10/05/2023
| Learn more about Glenmoor House: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, nursing, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | Gardens, a dedicated quiet space, a communal dining area, an activity room, a café/restaurant and a hair and beauty salon |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 59 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | Yes |
| Care Home Operator | Avery Healthcare |
Are you interested in viewing Glenmoor House?
For availability and pricing, call 01536 907247.
Juniper House
Juniper House Care Home is situated in West Northamptonshire, in the lovely market town of Brackley. A contemporary home managed by Barchester Healthcare, Juniper House is equipped with several features to provide your loved one with a wonderful later-life experience. Inside the home, you’ll find comfortable communal lounges, a café and bar area, a beauty salon and manicured gardens where residents can enjoy some fresh air.
Various elderly care services are available for older adults at Juniper House, from short-term respite care (which can be booked up to a year in advance) and convalescent care to specialist support for people living with dementia or who need regular support from a qualified nurse. The expert team is also on hand to provide physical disability care and physiotherapy where needed.
Activities are often tailored to residents' interests and hobbies. Your loved one may participate in arts and crafts, baking, book clubs, dance, gardening, and more, so there really is something for everyone!
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Good
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 03/10/2023
| Learn more about Juniper House: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, nursing, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | A bar, gardens, a dedicated quiet space, communal and private dining areas, a room for spending time with family, an activity room, a café/restaurant, and a hair and beauty salon |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 60 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | Yes |
| Care Home Operator | Barchester Healthcare |
Are you interested in viewing Juniper House?
For availability and pricing, call 01280 736304.
Westlands
Westlands Care Home provides a brilliant standard of dementia and residential care within an eye-catching Grade II listed building. Residents adore the location of this Northamptonshire home, surrounded by expansive gardens, while there’s also a family of chickens and a playful cat.
Westlands is known for the home-cooked meals residents are served on a daily basis. Ingredients are sourced from local butchers and suppliers, ensuring all dietary requirements are met through genuinely delicious and healthy food.
Westlands has a ‘Good’ overall rating from the CQC, including a ‘Good’ rating for how caring the team is. It isn’t hard to see why, with the team organising regular visits from a chiropodist, optician and hairdresser. Westlands also has a strong relationship with the local GP surgery and mental health team, so a whole network of people will be available to help look after your loved one.
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Requires Improvement
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 18/01/2024
| Learn more about Westlands: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | Yes |
| Facilities | Gardens, a dedicated quiet space, communal and private dining areas, a room for spending time with family, an activity room, and a café/restaurant |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | 14% of bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 28 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | No |
| Care Home Operator | Regal Care |
Are you interested in viewing Westlands?
For availability and pricing, call 03309 120195.
Avery Park
The final entry on our list of the best care homes in Northamptonshire is Avery Park Care Home. Avery Park is another Kettering home, situated just north of the town centre. Modern and purpose-built, it has a gorgeous collection of spacious en-suite bedrooms, stylish lounges, communal and private dining areas, a library, a beauty salon, and even a large cinema room, perfect for movie buffs.
Avery Park has a mixture of single and double bedrooms, so your loved one and their partner can remain together in care if they wish.
Avery Park began offering high-quality nursing care to its residents in September 2024, where your loved one will be looked after 24/7 by a team of hardworking nurses. Residential and dementia care are also available on a long or short-term basis.
We love Avery Park's activity selection, including gardening, film nights in the cinema and book clubs. Kettering is also right next to several green spaces, such as Grafton Park Wood and Old Head Wood, so there’s plenty to explore.
CQC rating:
- Overall - Good
- Safe - Good
- Effective - Good
- Caring - Good
- Responsive - Good
- Well-led - Good
CQC Publication Date: 23/07/2022
| Learn more about Avery Park: | |
|---|---|
| Type(s) of Care Offered | The main types offered are residential, dementia and respite care |
| Care Quality Commission Rating | Good |
| Are Bills Included in the Price? | No |
| Facilities | A cinema room, gardens, a library, a dedicated quiet space, an activity room, a café/restaurant and a hair and beauty salon |
| Are There En Suite Facilities? | All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms |
| Number of Beds | 119 |
| Is the Home Purpose-Built? | Yes |
| Care Home Operator | Avery Healthcare |
Are you interested in viewing Avery Park?
For availability and pricing, call 01536 909803.
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