The Limes Care Home
Residential care home · Henlow
85 High Street, Henlow, SG16 6AB
Run by Ask Care Homes LTD
- GoodCQC · Apr 2026
- 7.4Our score
- Beds28
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01462 811028
Inspectors asked it to improve: Responsive
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 30 April 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Limes Care Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-14935070064
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Limes Care Home
The Limes Care Home supports older people who need help with daily living, including washing, dressing and other personal care. Its residential service provides accommodation, meals and 24-hour support in a smaller setting with 28 rooms, while respite care gives family carers temporary relief.
The home also offers dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Renovated bedrooms, bathrooms and a dining room form part of its updated setting, alongside a cinema theatre and nail bar. These facilities support everyday routines and social time within the home. Twenty-eight rooms make The Limes a compact residential setting for older people and families seeking ongoing or respite support.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Henlow
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HF Trust - Clifton ViewShefford | 0.5 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Chase House LimitedArlesey | 1.4 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| HF Trust - 117 a & b Hitchin RoadShefford | 1.5 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Oak ManorShefford | 1.9 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| HF Trust - HollycroftLangford | 2 miles | Outstanding | 8.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- 28-room smaller setting
- 24-hour personal care
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s care
Ask about
- The home is registered without nursing
Suits: Older people needing residential or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
85 High Street, Henlow, SG16 6AB
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Questions families ask
What does residential care at The Limes include?
It includes accommodation, meals and 24-hour personal care for people who increasingly struggle to cope at home without assistance.
How many residents can The Limes accommodate?
The Limes can accommodate 28 people in 28 rooms, providing a smaller care-home setting in Henlow, Bedfordshire.
How long can respite care at The Limes last?
Respite care can last a few hours, a weekend or several weeks, depending on individual needs and preferences.
Who is residential care at The Limes for?
It is for frail older people with lower care needs, such as help with washing, dressing and other daily living activities.
Does The Limes provide dementia and Alzheimer’s care?
Yes. The Limes lists dementia and Alzheimer’s care among its services.
How much does The Limes Care Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Limes Care Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, Central Bedfordshire 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.