Thistle Hill Care Centre
Nursing home · Knaresborough
Thistle Hill, Knaresborough, HG5 8LS
Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited
- GoodCQC · Jul 2023
- 8.0Our score
- Beds93
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01423 869200
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 6 July 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Thistle Hill Care Centre
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-125862834
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Thistle Hill Care Centre
Thistle Hill Care Centre provides 24-hour nursing, dementia and complex care near Knaresborough. The home also offers residential care and respite or short stays for people whose needs range from ongoing support to temporary recovery.
Each resident receives support shaped around individual needs, while the home provides activities, gardens and shared spaces for daily life. Meals are prepared on site using locally sourced meat and vegetables, with modified textured dishes available according to residents’ needs. The service also supports families through care planning and a setting designed to encourage independence within a safe environment.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Knaresborough
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Manor House KnaresboroughKnaresborough | 1.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| BrackenleyHarrogate | 1.3 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Belmont House Care HomeHarrogate | 1.4 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| 1 The Avenue KnaresboroughKnaresborough | 1.5 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Station ViewHarrogate | 1.6 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boroughbridge Manor and Lodge Care HomeYork | |||
| Cookridge CourtLeeds | |||
| Mulberry CourtYork | Good | 8.0 | |
| Highfield Care HomeTadcaster | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ouse View Care HomeYork | Good | 8.0 | |
| MeadowbeckYork | Good | 7.4 | |
| The DalesSkipton | Good | 8.0 | |
| Spen Court Care HomeHeckmondwike | |||
| Leeming Bar Grange Care HomeNorthallerton | |||
| Stamford Bridge BeaumontYork | Good | 7.4 | |
| Threshfield CourtSkipton | Good | 8.4 | |
| Mount ValeNorthallerton | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- 24-hour nursing and dementia care
- On-site freshly prepared meals
- Respite and short stays
Suits: People needing 24-hour nursing or complex care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Thistle Hill, Knaresborough, HG5 8LS
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Questions families ask
What types of care does Thistle Hill Care Home offer?
They offer nursing care, dementia nursing care and respite or short-stay care, alongside support tailored to individual needs.
Can Thistle Hill cater for clinical, religious or ethical dietary requirements?
Yes. Their chefs are trained to accommodate clinical, religious and ethical dietary requirements while supporting residents' individual needs.
How much does Thistle Hill Care Centre cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Thistle Hill Care Centre for its weekly fee. As a guide, North Yorkshire council paid on average £1,403 a week for a nursing care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £1,102 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.