South Chowdene
Nursing home · Gateshead
Chowdene Bank, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 6JE
Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited
- GoodCQC · Jan 2026
- 8.0Our score
- Beds42
- Type of careNursing
- Phone0191 491 0861
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 5 January 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- South Chowdene
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-125861945
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About South Chowdene
South Chowdene delivers 24-hour nursing care and personal support for older people with long-term illnesses, physical disabilities or sensory impairment. Nursing, respite and short-stay care are available, with support for people whose needs change over time.
The home combines nursing provision with daily living, including freshly prepared meals and modified-texture dishes. Residents and families can contribute to food choices through regular meetings, while the setting includes a garden and communal areas. Personal care, dignity and family involvement remain part of the home’s approach, alongside ongoing nursing support.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Gateshead
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenbrooke HouseGateshead | 0 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Craigielea Nursing HomeGateshead | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| NorthbourneGateshead | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Hawksbury HouseGateshead | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Chesters Care HomeGateshead | 0.8 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springvale CourtGateshead | Good | 8.0 | |
| Appletree GrangeChester-le-Street | Good | 8.4 | |
| Washington GrangeWashington | Good | 8.0 | |
| Bedewell GrangeHebburn | Good | 8.4 | |
| Harton GrangeSouth Shields | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Chester CourtBedlington | Good | 8.0 | |
| Meadow ParkBedlington | Good | 8.4 | |
| The HawthornsPeterlee | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| Station CourtAshington | Good | 8.0 | |
| Woodhorn ParkAshington | Good | 8.0 | |
| Briardene Care HomeBillingham | Outstanding | 9.6 | |
| North ParkDarlington | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- 24-hour nursing care
- Modified-texture dishes
- Family input into food choices
Suits: Older people needing nursing or short-stay care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Chowdene Bank, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 6JE
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Questions families ask
What types of care does the home offer?
They offer nursing care and respite or short-stay care for older people with long-term illnesses or other disabilities.
Can they cater for clinical, religious or ethical diets?
Yes. Their chefs are trained to cater for clinical, religious and ethical dietary requirements, including modified textured dishes where needed.
How much does South Chowdene cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask South Chowdene for its weekly fee. As a guide, Gateshead council paid on average £1,060 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.