Fernleigh Court Care and Nursing Home
Nursing home · Bedford
Fletcher Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7FY
Run by Country Court Care Homes 6 Limited
- GoodCQC · Mar 2026
- 8.0Our score
- Beds80
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01234 987030
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 4 March 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Fernleigh Court Care and Nursing Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-17708769666
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Fernleigh Court Care and Nursing Home
Fernleigh Court Care and Nursing Home supports older people and adults with varied needs through residential, nursing, dementia and respite care. Person-centred plans are reviewed as needs change, with families involved and staff trained in dementia care.
Residents can use the cinema, pub and spa, alongside gardens, communal areas and daily activities. Dementia-friendly design and wellbeing sessions such as reminiscing, gardening and baking add structure to the day. Families can view care plans, while the home uses a coded door entry system and a manned reception between 9 am and 5 pm.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Bedford
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Beal HouseBedford | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| BrooksideBedford | 0.7 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Bedford HouseBedford | 1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Bedford LodgeBedford | 1.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| RivermeadBedford | 1.3 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Country Court Care Homes 6 Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baycroft FlitwickFlitwick | Good | 7.4 | |
| Fairfield Manor Care and Nursing HomeHitchin | Good | 8.0 | |
| Carpenders ParkWatford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Greenwood Court Care HomeChelmsford | Requires improvement | 7.2 | |
| Pemberley Manor Care HomeOrpington | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Residential and nursing care together
- Cinema, pub and spa facilities
- Dementia-friendly activities and design
Ask about
- Reception is manned between 9 am and 5 pm
Suits: People needing residential, nursing or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Fletcher Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7FY
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Questions families ask
Do they provide specialist dementia care?
Yes. They provide specialist dementia care, with the care team getting to know each resident and developing a person-centred care plan. Wellbeing activities can include reminiscence, gardening and baking.
Can families view and discuss the care plan?
Yes. A nominated carer or Senior Care Assistant can show the care plan. It is reviewed and updated regularly as care needs change, with families involved and consulted about support.
Do they offer double rooms for couples?
Some of their care homes have double rooms and suites. Families should ask the Home Manager about availability and details for the individual home.
What are meals like in the care home?
Meals are prepared in house, individually plated and presented to restaurant standards. Menus are updated weekly and seasonally, with drinks and snacks available throughout the day.
How much does Fernleigh Court Care and Nursing Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Fernleigh Court Care and Nursing Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, Bedford council paid on average £1,011 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.