Darwin Court Care Centre
Nursing home · Lichfield
Wissage Road, Lichfield, WS13 6SP
Run by Avery Homes (Nelson) Limited
- GoodCQC · Sept 2019
- 7.4Our score
- Beds112
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01543 250824
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 14 September 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Darwin Court Care Centre
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-3069386829
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Darwin Court Care Centre
Darwin Court Care Centre combines residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for older people in Lichfield. Support is planned around each resident’s life story, preferences, routines and interests, with families involved in understanding what matters to the person. The home’s wider care approach includes meaningful activities, social opportunities and space for special occasions with loved ones.
Residents can enjoy meals, activities, friendships and family visits as part of everyday life, while nursing care is available for people recovering from major surgery or needing longer-term support. Darwin Court is part of Avery Healthcare, whose homes use structured care plans and individualised daily experiences.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Lichfield
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechfields Nursing Home LimitedLichfield | 0.1 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Hawthorn HouseLichfield | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Stowe Mount Care HomeLichfield | 0.2 miles | |||
| The SpiresLichfield | 1.5 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| The SpiresLichfield | 1.5 miles |
Also run by Avery Homes (Nelson) Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Court Care CentreBirmingham | Good | 7.4 | |
| Clare Court Care HomeBirmingham | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| St. Giles Care HomeBirmingham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Aran Court Care HomeBirmingham | Requires improvement | 5.6 | |
| Avalon Court Care CentreCoventry | Good | 8.0 | |
| Rowan Court Care HomeNewcastle-under-Lyme | Good | 8.0 | |
| Scholars Mews Care HomeStratford-upon-Avon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Clayton ManorCongleton | Good | 7.4 | |
| Priory Court Care HomeStamford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Milton Court Care HomeMilton Keynes | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Merlin Court Care HomeMarlborough | Good | 8.0 | |
| Amarna House Care HomeYork | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Residential and nursing care in one home
- Life-story-based daily experiences
- Respite care available
Suits: Older people and families comparing several types of care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Wissage Road, Lichfield, WS13 6SP
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Questions families ask
Do they offer residential and dementia care?
Yes. Darwin Court offers residential and dementia care in Lichfield.
What types of care and stays are available?
They offer residential, nursing, dementia and respite care, alongside independent living options across their homes.
What activities can residents take part in?
Residents can enjoy activities and social opportunities such as photography, art, singing, gardening, baking and community projects.
How much does Darwin Court Care Centre cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Darwin Court Care Centre for its weekly fee. As a guide, Staffordshire council paid on average £1,352 a week for a nursing care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £1,102 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.