The Laurels
Residential care home · Cheddar
Westfield Lane, Draycott, Cheddar, BS27 3TN
Run by Country Court Care Homes 2 Limited
- GoodCQC · Aug 2023
- 8.0Our score
- Beds21
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01934 742649
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 23 August 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Laurels
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-3581727865
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Laurels
The Laurels supports older people living with dementia and age-related conditions through residential care. The home is part of Country Court Care, with daily support provided in a setting where families can remain involved in care planning and decisions.
Staff complete dementia training, and dementia champions share specialist knowledge with their teams. Activities can include reminiscence, gardening and baking, while care plans are reviewed as needs change. The wider service menu includes residential, respite, nursing and dementia care. Care plans are reviewed and updated as care needs change, helping support remain responsive to changing circumstances.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Cheddar
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Street FarmCheddar | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Court House Retirement HomeCheddar | 1.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Greenhill HouseCheddar | 2.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| NorthcroftCheddar | 2.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Wells Nursing HomeWells | 3.7 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
Also run by Country Court Care Homes 2 Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Lodge Care HomeWarminster | |||
| Selwood House Care HomeDorchester | Good | 8.0 | |
| HeartlandsBirmingham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Walberton Place Care HomeArundel | Good | 8.0 | |
| Marling CourtHampton | Good | 7.4 | |
| Lyle HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Carter HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Link HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Woodlands HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Camberwell LodgeLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Birkin LodgeTunbridge Wells | Good | 8.0 | |
| Castor Lodge Care HomePeterborough | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Dementia-trained care team
- Family involvement in care plans
- Reminiscence, gardening and baking
Suits: Older people living with dementia
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Westfield Lane, Draycott, Cheddar, BS27 3TN
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Questions families ask
Are The Laurels staff trained to care for people with dementia?
Yes. All staff complete dementia care training, and many homes have Dementia Champions who share specialist knowledge with their teams.
Does The Laurels provide specialist dementia care?
Yes. The care homes provide specialist dementia care with person-centred plans and activities such as reminiscing, gardening and baking.
Can families view and discuss a resident's care plan?
Yes. Families are involved and consulted, and care plans are reviewed and updated regularly as care needs change.
What are meals like at The Laurels?
Meals are prepared in-house, individually plated and served to restaurant standards. Menus change weekly and seasonally, with drinks and snacks available throughout the day.
Does The Laurels have visitor parking?
Yes. All of the care homes have a private car park for visitors.
Does The Laurels offer double rooms?
Some homes have double rooms and suites. Families can ask the Home Manager for details about availability and arrangements.