Nichols House
Residential care home · Bedford
1a, Church Road, Wilstead, Bedford, MK45 3HH
Run by Harriston Homes Limited
- Requires improvementCQC · Jun 2026
- 6.2Our score
- Beds3
- Type of careResidential
- Phone020 8355 4666
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe, Effective and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 8 June 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Nichols House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-11080203518
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Nichols House
Nichols House supports young adults aged 18 and over with residential and respite care in Bedfordshire. Its specialism includes learning difficulties, autism and other complex support needs, within small community homes designed around choice, dignity and independence.
Each resident has their own bedroom, with some rooms offering en-suite facilities. Daily life includes games, music, arts and crafts, sports and access to computers and tablets. Staff plan transitions carefully, support access to community facilities and welcome family involvement through an open-door visiting policy.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Bedford
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hangar ViewBedford | 0.8 miles | |||
| DanecroftBedford | 0.9 miles | Outstanding | 9.6 | |
| Elstow ManorBedford | 1.3 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| SouthwayBedford | 2.7 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Bedford LodgeBedford | 2.9 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Harriston Homes Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansgrove Farm HouseDunstable | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Residential and respite care
- Small three-to-five-person settings
- Open-door policy for families
Suits: Young adults with complex support needs
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
1a, Church Road, Wilstead, Bedford, MK45 3HH
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Questions families ask
From what age do they provide residential care?
They provide residential care for young adults from age 18 in Bedfordshire, including support for people with complex needs.
Do they offer respite care before residential care?
Yes. Respite care is available as part of the transition to residential care for people who benefit from this approach.
What complex needs do they support?
They provide residential and respite care for young adults with learning difficulties, autism, ADHD, brain injury, mental health needs, challenging behaviour and physical disability.
How many people live in each Harriston Homes setting?
Their homes are small settings for three to five people. Each person has their own bedroom, with some bedrooms including en-suite facilities.
Can family and friends visit residents at Nichols House?
Yes. Harriston Homes has an open-door policy allowing families and friends to visit residents.
How much does Nichols House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Nichols House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Bedford council paid on average £1,906 a week for a residential care place for adults aged 18 to 64 in 2024-2025, against £1,883 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.