Fitzwarren House
Nursing home · Swindon
Kingsdown Road, Swindon, SN3 4TD
Run by Methodist Homes
- Requires improvementCQC · Sept 2026
- 6.8Our score
- Beds64
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01793 836920
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 8 September 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Fitzwarren House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-117965602
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Fitzwarren House
Fitzwarren House offers retirement living with stylish apartments and shared amenities including a bistro, lounge, hair salon and social events. It is designed for older people who want an active and independent lifestyle while remaining connected to support and community.
The wider organisation also provides care homes, dementia care, respite care and community groups for older people. Fitzwarren Court gives residents a setting for new friendships, activities and later-life support, while families and professionals can explore additional care pathways when requirements become more involved.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Swindon
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church View Nursing HomeSwindon | 1.1 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Revell Close Care HomeSwindon | 1.2 miles | |||
| Argyll HouseSwindon | 1.2 miles | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| Tony Long HouseSwindon | 1.4 miles | |||
| 4 Hermitage LaneSwindon | 1.4 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Methodist Homes
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The HomesteadCarterton | Good | 8.4 | |
| The FairwaysChippenham | Requires improvement | 5.6 | |
| BrookfieldOxford | Good | 7.4 | |
| Stratton HouseBath | Good | 8.4 | |
| Horfield LodgeBristol | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Hartcliffe Nursing HomeBristol | Good | 8.0 | |
| Cedar LodgeSolihull | Good | 8.0 | |
| Torrwood Care CentreWells | Good | 8.0 | |
| HomewoodLeamington Spa | Good | 8.0 | |
| Hampton Lodge (St Basils)Southampton | Good | 8.0 | |
| Westbury GrangeNewport Pagnell | Good | 8.0 | |
| Abbey ParkCoventry | Good | 7.4 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Retirement apartments with a bistro
- On-site hair salon
- Regular social events
Suits: Older people seeking retirement living with social amenities
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Kingsdown Road, Swindon, SN3 4TD
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Questions families ask
Is 24/7 care and support available on site?
Yes. Residents have 24/7 care and support available on site when needed, alongside the retirement living community.
How many apartments does Fitzwarren Court have?
Fitzwarren Court has 37 apartments, including studios, one-bedroom apartments and two-bedroom deluxe apartments. Each has a private kitchen, living room and bedroom.
Does Fitzwarren Court have step-free and wheelchair access?
Yes. The development has three levels of accommodation with full lift and wheelchair access, providing step-free access throughout.
What facilities are available at Fitzwarren Court?
Facilities include a bistro, lounge and hair salon, along with vibrant social events for residents.
How much does Fitzwarren House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Fitzwarren House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Swindon council paid on average £1,018 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.