Thornfield Care Home
Residential care home · Seaton
87 Scalwell Lane, Seaton, EX12 2ST
Run by Thornfield Care Limited
- GoodCQC · Jan 2026
- 8.0Our score
- Beds52
- Type of careResidential
- Phone012 972 0039
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 13 January 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Thornfield Care Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-19886239537
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Thornfield Care Home
Thornfield Care Home delivers residential, specialist dementia and respite care for older people and younger adults in Seaton. Support includes personal care, accommodation and meals, with individual needs shaping a varied programme of activities.
Residents can use a private courtyard, reading snug, arts and crafts spaces and an on-site hair salon. A professional hairdresser visits weekly, while activities include games, quizzes and local excursions. Dementia respite care is available for people recovering from illness or for full-time carers needing a break.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Seaton
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The SeatonSeaton | 0.6 miles | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Dove Court Care HomeSeaton | 0.6 miles | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| The Manor House Residential HomeSeaton | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Elmwood Residential Home LimitedColyton | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Netherhayes Care HomeSeaton | 0.8 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Weekly visiting hairdresser
- Private courtyard
- Dementia respite care
Ask about
- The minimum stay for dementia respite care is two weeks
Suits: People seeking specialist dementia or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
87 Scalwell Lane, Seaton, EX12 2ST
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Questions families ask
Can residents try Thornfield Care Home before moving in permanently?
Yes. Prospective residents can schedule a two-week trial stay to experience life at Thornfield before deciding whether to move in permanently.
What is the minimum respite stay at Thornfield Care Home?
The minimum respite stay is two weeks. Thornfield provides dementia respite care for people recovering from illness, injury or surgery, and for full-time carers needing a break.
Are salon services included at Thornfield Care Home?
Yes. The all-inclusive monthly fee includes salon haircuts, blow-dries and washes. Additional charges may apply for services beyond these treatments.
How often can residents use the hair salon at Thornfield?
A professional hairdresser visits weekly, and residents are entitled to one haircut per month as part of their fee.
What conditions does Thornfield Care Home support?
They provide care for dementia and Alzheimer’s, mental health conditions and physical disabilities.
Can Thornfield Care Home cater for special diets?
Yes. Chefs provide a varied seasonal menu that accommodates dietary needs. Meals, snacks and drinks can be served in the dining area, residents’ rooms or outdoors in the garden.