Thornfield Grange
Nursing home · Bishop Auckland
60 Etherley Lane, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7QZ
Run by Cygnet (OE) Limited
- GoodCQC · Mar 2023
- 8.0Our score
- Beds10
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01388 602920
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 10 March 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Thornfield Grange
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-894198181
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Thornfield Grange
Adults living with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs can receive specialist residential support with nursing at Thornfield Grange. The service is registered as a care home with nursing, with its scope also covering older people, mental health and younger adults.
Thornfield Grange forms part of Cygnet Health Care’s wider health and social care provision. The local service combines accommodation with nursing support for adults who need a specialist residential setting, while the organisation also provides broader autism, learning disability and mental health services.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Bishop Auckland
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandringham Care HomeBishop Auckland | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Bishopsgate Lodge Care HomeBishop Auckland | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Eden HouseBishop Auckland | 0.4 miles | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| Barrington LodgeBishop Auckland | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Church View (Bishop Auckland)Bishop Auckland | 1.1 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Cygnet (OE) Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| HollyhurstDarlington | Good | 8.0 | |
| River ViewDarlington | |||
| Hope HouseHartlepool | Good | 7.4 | |
| OaklandsHexham | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Toller RoadLeicester | Good | 8.0 | |
| Willow HouseEdgbaston | Good | 8.0 | |
| The OrchardsColchester | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ducks HaltKirby-le-Soken | Good | 8.0 | |
| Old Leigh HouseLeigh-on-Sea | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Specialist autism and learning disability setting
- Residential care with nursing
- Part of a wider health and social care provider
Suits: Adults with autism, learning disabilities or complex needs
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
60 Etherley Lane, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7QZ
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Questions families ask
Who is Thornfield Grange suitable for?
It provides specialist residential care with nursing for adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs.
Can they support adults whose behaviour may challenge?
Yes. They support individuals who have behaviours that may challenge and significant difficulties with social engagement.
How many bedrooms does Thornfield Grange have?
It has six en-suite bedrooms, along with multiple lounges and dining facilities accessible to all individuals.
How much does Thornfield Grange cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Thornfield Grange for its weekly fee. As a guide, County Durham council paid on average £697 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.