Beachfield
Residential care home · Bideford
42 Nelson Road, Westward Ho, Bideford, EX39 1LQ
Run by Ark Care Homes Limited
- GoodCQC · Feb 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds6
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01237 470005
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 19 February 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Beachfield
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-118554729
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Beachfield
Beachfield provides six-bed residential care for adults with autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviour linked to complex care needs. The Victorian home has spacious en-suite bedrooms, two living rooms, a dining room and a kitchen where homemade meals are prepared.
Residents are encouraged to lead active lives, with support for beach visits, swimming, shopping and local community activities. Staff receive specialist training in autism, learning disabilities, behaviours that challenge, moving and handling and first aid. A full life-history profile is completed before admission, helping the home shape person-centred support around each resident’s experiences.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Bideford
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden SandsBideford | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Bluebell HouseBideford | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Primrose HouseBideford | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Harry Care HomeBideford | 0.2 miles | |||
| Acorn House - BidefordBideford | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Ark Care Homes Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn House - BidefordBideford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Acorn ManorBideford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Didsbury CourtTorquay | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Six-bed Victorian home
- Life-history profile before admission
- Beach and community activities
Ask about
- The home is registered for six residents
Suits: Adults with autism or complex learning disabilities
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
42 Nelson Road, Westward Ho, Bideford, EX39 1LQ
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Questions families ask
Who is Beachfield residential care for?
It is for adults with autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviour presenting with complex care needs.
How many bedrooms does Beachfield have?
It has six large, spacious bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities.
Do Beachfield residents take part in activities outside the home?
Yes. Residents are encouraged to go out every day, including for walks, trips to the beach, swimming, horse-riding, shopping and visits to local parks.
Does Beachfield work with families and other care professionals?
Yes. They work closely with residents' families, GPs, nursing teams, social workers, therapists, dentists, opticians and other professionals involved in care.
How much does Beachfield cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Beachfield for its weekly fee. As a guide, Devon council paid on average £1,895 a week for a residential care place for adults aged 18 to 64 in 2024-2025, against £1,883 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.