The Gables
Residential care home · Sutton Coldfield
29-31 Ashurst Road, Walmley, Sutton Coldfield, B76 1JE
Run by Karamaa Limited
- Requires improvementCQC · Mar 2026
- 6.2Our score
- Beds24
- Type of careResidential
- Phone0121 351 6614
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe, Caring and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 10 March 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- CaringRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Gables
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-125048980
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Gables
The Gables provides residential, respite and palliative care in Walmley, Sutton Coldfield, for adults who need more support than they can manage at home. All bedrooms are single rooms, with residents encouraged to personalise their space with pictures and mementoes. Communal lounges, a conservatory and landscaped gardens support visits, conversation and quiet time.
The home also offers end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, choice and pain and symptom management, alongside support for loved ones. Respite stays provide short-term accommodation when family carers need relief. Visitors can use the available parking, and local shops and public transport are nearby. All our bedrooms are single rooms is a practical feature for people considering the layout and privacy of the home.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Sutton Coldfield
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marian House Nursing HomeSutton Coldfield | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Lonsdale Midlands Ltd - Walmley RoadSutton Coldfield | 0.8 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Digby Manor Residential Care HomeBirmingham | 1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| 109 Grange RoadBirmingham | 1.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Beech Hill GrangeSutton Coldfield | 1.2 miles | Requires improvement | 4.4 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Palliative care in a homely setting
- All bedrooms are single rooms
- Landscaped gardens and conservatory
Ask about
- Visitor parking is available at the home.
Suits: People needing residential, respite or end-of-life care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
29-31 Ashurst Road, Walmley, Sutton Coldfield, B76 1JE
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Questions families ask
Do they provide palliative and end of life care?
Yes. They provide holistic palliative and end of life care focused on the individual’s needs and wishes, including support for their wider support network.
What does respite care at The Gables include?
Respite care provides short-term accommodation for a set period, giving family carers temporary relief while their loved one stays in a warm and supportive home.
Does The Gables offer single rooms?
Yes. All bedrooms are single rooms, and a few have en-suite facilities. Residents are encouraged to personalise their rooms with pictures and mementos.
Can residents eat meals in their own room?
Yes. Residents can eat in the dining rooms or have meals served privately in their own rooms, according to their preference.
How much does The Gables cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Gables for its weekly fee. As a guide, Birmingham council paid on average £918 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.