Rooms Available
Barchester Healthcare Sherwood Court
Sherwood Ct, Preston, PR2 9GACQC Rating Good
Situated in one of Preston’s most picturesque suburbs.
Care available
From
£1,176
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespitePhysiotherapy
Care Homes in Preston
Your guide to the best care homes around Preston.
Care Homes in Preston
Rooms AvailableBarchester Healthcare Sherwood Lodge
Sherwood Way, Preston, PR2 9GACQC Rating GoodSat within 2.5 acres of landscaped grounds in the peaceful area of Fulwood, Sherwood Lodge in Lancashire, is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential and respite care to the elderly.
Care availableFrom
£962
per week
ResidentialRespiteConvalescent
Rooms AvailablePreston Glades
196 Miller Rd, Ribbleton, PR2 6NHCQC Rating Good
Welcome to Preston Glades, a 60-bedroom shared home in the heart of Preston, just minutes from the M6 and easily accessible by car or public transport.
Care availableFrom
£1,000
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms AvailableBethany House
Bethany House, Ribbleton, PR2 6TQCQC Rating Good
Bethany House, operated by Pilgrims' Friend Society in Preston, Lancashire, provides a warm and welcoming environment for those seeking residential care.
Care availableFrom
£1,070
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespite
Rooms AvailableLostock Lodge
34 Wateringpool Ln, Preston, PR5 5APCQC Rating Good
Nestled in Preston, a bustling town in Lancashire, Lostock Lodge offers expert residential, dementia, and respite care for the elderly.
Care availableFrom
£1,070
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
Rooms AvailableDovehaven Grove
Poplar Grove, Preston, PR5 6RECQC Rating Good
Care availableFrom
£1,199
per week
ResidentialRespiteConvalescentMental healthPhysiotherapy
Rooms AvailableLongridge Hall
4 Barnacre Rd, Preston, PR3 2PDCQC Rating Good
Longridge Hall and Lodge, managed by Sandstone Care Group, is a distinguished care home situated in Longridge, Preston.
Care availableFrom
£1,328
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespitePalliative
Rooms AvailableDovehaven Lodge
Tag Ln, Preston, PR2 7ABCQC Rating GoodCare availableFrom
£1,364
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy
Rooms AvailableBarchester Healthcare Dovedale Court
Dovedale Ave, Preston, PR2 3WQCQC Rating GoodDovedale Court is a Barchester Healthcare care home located in peaceful Ingol, a suburb of Preston.
Care availableFrom
£1,591
per week
DementiaRespite
Rooms AvailableCedar Garden
Tag Ln, Preston, PR2 7AECQC Rating Not yet inspectedCare availableFrom
£2,579
per week
NursingDementiaRespiteMental health
Rooms AvailableSwansea Terrace
108-114 Watery Ln, Preston, PR2 1ATCQC Rating Requires improvement
Nestled in the heart of Preston, you’ll find We Care Group’s Swansea Terrace.
Care availableFrom
£990
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Rooms AvailableBanksfield
20 Banksfield Ave, Preston, PR2 3RNCQC Rating Requires improvementBanksfield Nursing Home, located in the city of Preston, is dedicated to offering expert nursing and dementia care for the elderly.
Care availableFrom
£1,056
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespitePalliative
Rooms Available
Marina View
Navigation Way, Preston, PR2 2YPCQC Rating Requires improvement
Overlooking the beautiful Preston Marina, Marina View care home offers 69 en-suite rooms and 16 independent living flats.
Care availableFrom
£1,400
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliative
Near Preston
Rooms AvailableMeadow Bank
Meadow Ln, Bamber Bridge, PR5 8LNCQC Rating Good6.55 miles from centre
Meadow Bank, part of the HC-One family of care homes in Preston, Lancashire, provides a nurturing environment for residential, nursing, and dementia care.
Care availableFrom
£1,231
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliativePhysiotherapy
Rooms AvailableParadise House
30 Paradise Ln, Leyland, PR26 7STCQC Rating Good6.78 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,371
per week
ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental health
Your Trusted Guide To Care Homes in Preston
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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 188 care homes in Preston. 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 Preston?
Care home costs vary significantly across Preston. The average cost of care in Preston is £1,364 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 Preston?
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 Preston may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.
What factors affect Preston care home fees?
In Preston, 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 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).
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.
How many Preston care homes offer residential care?
2 Preston homes offer residential care. These provide respectful, day-to-day support with tasks like washing, dressing, mobility, and managing certain medications.
Residential care homes in Preston offer a safe setting for those who find it challenging to live independently, but don't have complex health needs.
How many nursing homes are there in Preston?
We have 2 nursing homes in Preston that provide specialist, 24/7 nursing care. Each home offers personalised support for those living with complex medical needs, chronic illnesses, disabilities, or other conditions that require regular monitoring and clinical care. Many also provide rehabilitation services after hospital stays or surgery.
This care is delivered by registered nurses and trained care staff in home-from-home settings.
What care homes in Preston offer dementia care?
3 care homes in Preston provide round-the-clock support for residents living with dementia.
These homes offer safe, supportive settings with staff trained to understand the needs of people experiencing memory loss or other dementia-related symptoms. Care is tailored to each resident, ensuring they're treated with the dignity and individuality they deserve. As dementia is a progressive condition, dementia care homes are equipped to adapt as needs change over time.
What Preston care homes offer respite care?
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 4 respite care homes in Preston that offer short-term stays.
Respite care is ideal when a regular carer needs a break, is on holiday, or is temporarily unable to provide care. Stays usually last a few weeks at a time and include the same level of support that permanent residents receive. You can find more information about respite care homes in Preston.
Average care home costs in Preston
- Average cost of residential care
- £1,163per 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
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