Wellburn House
Residential care home · Prudhoe
Main Road, Ovingham, Prudhoe, NE42 6DE
Run by Wellburn Care Homes Limited
- Requires improvementCQC · Jul 2026
- 6.8Our score
- Beds35
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01661 834522
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 29 July 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Wellburn House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-126290537
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Wellburn House
Wellburn House provides residential, dementia and respite care for older people, with long-term and short-term stays available. The home sits in private grounds in Ovingham Village and offers a residential setting designed around individual needs, comfort and independence.
Residents can join activities, trips and social events, while families are encouraged to remain involved and can bring furniture and pictures to make rooms familiar. The home has an on-site hairdresser every fortnight and can arrange chiropody visits. Protected mealtimes help staff focus on residents during meals, so visitors are asked to avoid those periods where possible.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Prudhoe
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havendene Residential HomePrudhoe | 0.9 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Rose Tree HouseStocksfield | 0.9 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Red Brick HousePrudhoe | 1.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| New Ridley RoadStocksfield | 1.8 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| MountviewStocksfield | 2.2 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Wellburn Care Homes Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryton TowersRyton | Good | 8.4 | |
| Whorlton Grange Residential HomeNewcastle upon Tyne | Good | 8.0 | |
| Craghall Residential HomeNewcastle upon Tyne | Good | 8.4 | |
| Eighton Lodge Residential Care HomeGateshead | Good | 8.0 | |
| St Georges Residential HomeWashington | Good | 8.0 | |
| Glenholme Residential Care HomeSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Heatherdale Residential HomeMorpeth | Good | 8.0 | |
| Nightingale HallRichmond | Good | 8.0 | |
| Garden HouseBerwick upon Tweed | Good | 8.0 | |
| St Catherine's Care HomeYork | Good | 8.0 | |
| RosevaleYork | Good | 8.0 | |
| Grimston CourtGrimston | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Long-term and short-term stays
- On-site hairdresser fortnightly
- Private grounds in Ovingham Village
Ask about
- Visitors are asked to avoid protected mealtimes where possible
Suits: Older people needing residential, dementia or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Main Road, Ovingham, Prudhoe, NE42 6DE
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Questions families ask
Are rooms at Wellburn House priced individually?
Yes. Each room is priced individually according to its size, view and whether it has en-suite facilities.
Can they arrange a short trial stay before a permanent move?
Yes. They can plan a short stay based on room availability and the requested length, charged at the current care rate.
Can residents continue their hobbies and activities?
Yes. An Activities Coordinator organises daily activities in the home and local community, while staff learn how each resident wants to continue their lifestyle.
Do they provide hairdressing and chiropody services?
Yes. A hairdresser visits every fortnight for services including cuts, blow-drys, sets and perms. A chiropodist visits every six weeks, or residents can keep their private chiropodist.
Can family members bring dogs when visiting?
Yes. Family and friends may visit with their dogs, although visits may need to be rescheduled if a pet creates a risk to residents’ care or wellbeing.
How much does Wellburn House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Wellburn House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Northumberland council paid on average £890 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.