The Firs Residential Care Home
Residential care home · Ely
Tower Farm, Tower Road, Little Downham, Ely, CB6 2TD
Run by Barrels UK Care Ltd
- GoodCQC · Jun 2026
- 8.0Our score
- Beds29
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01353 699996
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 29 June 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Firs Residential Care Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-5473401801
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Firs Residential Care Home
The Firs Residential Care Home provides residential, dementia, palliative and respite care in Little Downham near Ely. Support begins by understanding each person’s life history, routines and communication needs, helping promote dignity, comfort and independence. The home welcomes older people and families considering either permanent or short-term care.
Activities reflect individual interests and abilities, with options including music, gardening and gentle exercise. Respite stays are available subject to availability and assessment of care needs. The Firs is family-owned and has operated in the area for more than four decades. Families can arrange visits to meet the team, look around the home and discuss individual care requirements.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Ely
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The OrchardsEly | 1.9 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Fen HouseEly | 2.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Lily HouseEly | 2.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Holly Cottage LLPEly | 2.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Vera James HouseEly | 2.5 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Residential, dementia and palliative care
- Activities tailored to individual interests
- More than four decades in Little Downham
Ask about
- Respite care depends on availability and assessment
Suits: Older people needing personalised residential or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Tower Farm, Tower Road, Little Downham, Ely, CB6 2TD
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Questions families ask
Does The Firs offer respite care?
Yes. They offer short-term respite care, subject to availability and an assessment of the person’s individual care needs.
What types of care does The Firs provide?
They provide residential, dementia, respite and palliative care, with support tailored to each person’s needs, preferences, routines and abilities.
How does The Firs support people with dementia?
They take time to understand each person’s life history, routines, preferences and communication needs, then provide familiar, reassuring and person-centred support.
What activities are available at The Firs?
Activities reflect individual interests, choices and abilities and may include music, arts and crafts, games, gardening, celebrations, social events, gentle exercise and one-to-one activities.
Are meals prepared on-site at The Firs?
Yes. Meals are prepared on-site by the kitchen team, with freshly prepared food, balanced nutrition and individual dietary preferences considered.
How much does The Firs Residential Care Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Firs Residential Care Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, Cambridgeshire council paid on average £993 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.