The Dales Nursing Home
Nursing home · Exeter
19-20 Howell Road, Exeter, EX4 4LG
Run by The Dales Nursing Home Limited
- GoodCQC · Jan 2020
- 7.4Our score
- Beds31
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01392 221266
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 10 January 2020
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Dales Nursing Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-2746144843
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Dales Nursing Home
The Dales Nursing Home provides nursing care for older people in central Exeter, with both long- and short-term stays available. Services include respite and palliative or end-of-life care, with plans shaped around dignity, privacy, comfort and individual need.
The team works with local health professionals and Hospiscare when several people are involved in ongoing care. Families in St Thomas, Heavitree and nearby Exeter communities can consider a city-based setting that helps residents remain close to established local relationships. Rooms can also be personalised with suitable belongings.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Exeter
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENSE Andlaw HouseExeter | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Mr Warwick Phillips and Mrs Deborah Phillips - 14-15 St James RoadExeter | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Dennyshill Care HomeExeter | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The LodgeExeter | 0.9 miles | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| The Lilacs Residential HomeExeter | 0.9 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Central Exeter nursing home
- Works with Hospiscare
- Long- and short-term stays
Suits: Older people needing nursing, respite or palliative care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
19-20 Howell Road, Exeter, EX4 4LG
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Questions families ask
What types of care does The Dales provide?
They provide nursing care, respite care, palliative and end-of-life care, and elderly care. Suitability is confirmed through an individual assessment before admission.
How does admission to The Dales start?
Admission normally starts with a conversation about current needs and timing, followed by a visit and an individual assessment. The team then explains suitability, availability and the practical next steps.
Is short-term respite care available?
Yes. They offer short-term respite care as part of their nursing home services for older people.
Can residents personalise their room?
Yes. Residents are encouraged to personalise their rooms with suitable belongings, helping familiar routines and personal preferences remain part of daily life.
Can families visit The Dales before choosing it?
Yes. A visit allows families to meet the team, see the environment, ask questions and consider whether the home suits the person who needs care.
How much does The Dales Nursing Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Dales Nursing Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, Devon council paid on average £1,317 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.