Highfield House Residential Care Home
Residential care home · Castle Cary
High Street, Castle Cary, BA7 7AN
Run by Highfield House Residential Care Home Limited
- GoodCQC · May 2026
- 8.4Our score
- Beds22
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01963 350697
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 28 May 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringOutstanding
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Highfield House Residential Care Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-308284860
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Highfield House Residential Care Home
Highfield House Residential Care Home provides person-centred residential care for older people in a Grade II listed country town house in Castle Cary. Residents receive support with daily living while being encouraged to retain independence, choice and confidence.
The home offers day and respite care, freshly prepared meals shaped around individual tastes and dietary needs, and care plans developed with residents and families. Its 22 residents can take part in daily activities and outings, with shared spaces for socialising and private areas for quieter routines.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Castle Cary
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackberry HillCastle Cary | 0.1 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Weavers LodgeCastle Cary | 0.1 miles | |||
| Dimensions Somerset The MaplesCastle Cary | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Cary BrookCastle Cary | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| South Cary HouseCastle Cary | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Grade II listed town house
- Day and respite care
- Menus reflect individual tastes
Suits: Older people wanting residential care in a town setting
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
High Street, Castle Cary, BA7 7AN
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Questions families ask
Do they offer respite or day care?
Yes. They provide respite and day care services, including temporary care when a resident or their family needs additional support or a break from caring responsibilities.
Do residents have private rooms?
Yes. Each resident has a private room that can be personalised with photographs, décor and treasured belongings, while communal areas provide shared spaces for comfort and relaxation.
Can meals be adapted to residents’ preferences and dietary needs?
Yes. Meals are prepared on the day and planned around individual tastes, cultural preferences and dietary needs. Residents can also share favourite dishes and meal ideas to help shape menus.
How much does Highfield House Residential Care Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Highfield House Residential Care Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, Somerset council paid on average £1,135 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.