The Friendly Inn
Residential care home · Birmingham
Gloucester Way, Birmingham, B37 5PE
Run by Friendly Inn Residential Home Limited
- GoodCQC · Jul 2021
- 8.0Our score
- Beds30
- Type of careResidential
- Phone0121 779 5128
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 22 July 2021
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Friendly Inn
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-8342382621
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Friendly Inn
The Friendly Inn combines residential care with nursing, dementia and respite support for older people. Before admission, the team assesses each resident’s needs and can visit their current home, hospital or another care setting to understand the support required.
Care packages are reviewed and adapted as needs change. Staff gather information about hobbies, former occupations, dietary requirements and preferences so daily support reflects the individual. Respite stays may support recovery from illness or an operation, or provide a trial period. Accessible paths, walks and gardens are designed for residents to enjoy. Respite breaks for elderly people form part of the care offer.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Birmingham
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rons PlaceBirmingham | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Wagstaff WaySolihull | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Alcott LaneBirmingham | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| St. Giles Care HomeBirmingham | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Bell LaneBirmingham | 0.5 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Pre-admission needs assessment
- Care packages adapted over time
- Accessible gardens and walking routes
Ask about
- Admission follows an assessment of whether the home can meet the person’s needs
Suits: Older people needing residential or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Gloucester Way, Birmingham, B37 5PE
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Questions families ask
How much does The Friendly Inn cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Friendly Inn for its weekly fee. As a guide, Solihull council paid on average £1,139 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.
Who pays for a place in this home?
Ask The Friendly Inn whether it takes residents funded by Solihull council and what it charges people who pay for themselves. In England the council may help after a needs assessment and a financial assessment if savings and assets are below £23,250 (2026 to 2027 rules). People whose needs are mainly health needs may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which pays the full fee.