Bradbury House
Residential care home · Seascale
Wasdale Road, Gosforth, Seascale, CA20 1AU
Run by Abbeyfield Society (The)
- GoodCQC · Jun 2026
- 8.0Our score
- Beds20
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01946 725061
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 25 June 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Bradbury House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-137749798
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Bradbury House
Residential and respite care supports older people at Bradbury House in Gosforth, Cumbria, at the foot of the western Lake District. The setting combines daily assistance with a village location and views towards the surrounding landscape.
Residents can receive meals, housekeeping and practical support within the home, while families can arrange a visit to understand the accommodation and care available. The service is designed for older people who need residential care or temporary support. Bradbury House offers residential and respite care in a Lake District village setting.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Seascale
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walsingham Support - 19 Beech AvenueEgremont | 6.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| FloshfieldCleator | 7.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Wyndham Manor Care HomeCleator Moor | 7.8 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| Bethshan Nursing Home LimitedWhitehaven | 9.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Highfield HouseWhitehaven | 9.4 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Abbeyfield Society (The)
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halcyon HouseLiverpool | Good | 8.0 | |
| Downing HouseManchester | Good | 8.0 | |
| Abbeyfield House - StockportStockport | Good | 8.0 | |
| Sandwood Care HomeNottingham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Phil Mead HouseCoventry | Good | 8.0 | |
| Pratt HouseAmersham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Abbeyfield WinnershWokingham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Lee HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Abbeyfield House - New MaldenNew Malden | Good | 7.4 | |
| Hill HouseExeter | Good | 7.4 | |
| Speedwell CourtSouthampton | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| Westall HouseHorsted Keynes | Outstanding | 9.2 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Lake District setting
- Residential and respite care
- Meals and housekeeping
Suits: Older people needing residential or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Wasdale Road, Gosforth, Seascale, CA20 1AU
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Questions families ask
From what age can someone live in an Abbeyfield retirement home?
People aged 55 and over can live in an Abbeyfield retirement home, whether they want to downsize, live with others or need support to continue at home.
Can couples move into an Abbeyfield home together?
Yes. Some retirement homes have rooms or apartments designed for couples.
Can residents bring their own furniture to Bradbury House?
Yes. Rooms are usually unfurnished, so residents can bring their own furniture and personal possessions to make the room their own.
Does Bradbury House provide one-to-one care?
Yes. Bradbury House provides person-centred one-to-one care with a strong community presence.
How much does Bradbury House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Bradbury House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Cumberland council paid on average £1,161 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.