The Orchard Nursing Home
Nursing home · St. Albans
129-135 Camp Road, St. Albans, AL1 5HL
Run by Caring Homes (TFP) Group Ltd
- GoodCQC · Aug 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds63
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01727 832611
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 1 August 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Orchard Nursing Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-5502858076
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Orchard Nursing Home
The Orchard Nursing Home provides residential and dementia care for older people in St Albans. The home is part of Caring Homes, whose approach is built around person-centred care, individual interests and meaningful activities.
Residents can take part in light exercise, reminiscence sessions and gardening, with trips arranged using a private minibus. The home also has a dedicated Health and Wellbeing Coordinator and a chef preparing fresh meals tailored to residents’ needs. The Orchard provides residential and dementia care with activity planning linked to residents’ interests and preferences.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with St. Albans
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beau Sejour Care ServicesSt Albans | 0.3 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Lavender LodgeSt Albans | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Milehouse LaneSt Albans | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Crosby CloseSt Albans | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| United Response - 66 & 66a Lemsford RoadSt Albans | 0.8 miles | Inadequate | 3.8 |
Also run by Caring Homes (TFP) Group Ltd
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotman HouseFelixstowe | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Dedicated Health and Wellbeing Coordinator
- Private minibus for outings
Suits: Older people needing residential or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
129-135 Camp Road, St. Albans, AL1 5HL
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Questions families ask
How much does care at The Orchard Nursing Home cost?
Care costs from £1,615 per week at The Orchard Nursing Home.
Do residents pay extra for entertainment and activities?
No. In-home entertainment, events and activities are part of care planning and are not charged separately.
Do they have double rooms for couples?
Some homes have double rooms for couples, close friends or relatives, and they try to accommodate couples and their individual care needs.
Does the care home offer room service?
Yes. Room service is available and there is no tray charge. Friends and family can join residents for meals.
Can residents stay permanently or temporarily?
They offer permanent care, respite stays during convalescence and day care at many homes when a regular carer is unavailable.