Dementia care homes in Northumberland

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Northumberland has 70 dementia care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 33 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 2 Outstanding, 59 Good and 6 Requires improvement. 3 homes are not rated yet. Northumberland council paid on average £890 a week for a residential care place and £900 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Northumberland (94)

Northumberland at a glance

70on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding2
  • Good59
  • Requires improvement6
  • Not yet rated3
  • 91% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.9 / 10
  • Types of care96% offer elderly care
How this list is ordered

Homes in Northumberland are ordered by the MyCareCheck score, the average of the CQC's ratings for the five questions it asks at every inspection. Where two homes score the same, the better overall rating goes first.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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70 dementia care homes in Northumberland

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Birch Hill Care Centre

Run by Lenore Care Ltd

Norham, Berwick-upon-tweed, TD15 2JZ
OutstandingCQC · May 2026
  • Residential
  • 24 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Birch Hill Care Centre provides personalised residential and dementia care for adults in Norham, near Berwick-upon-Tweed. Respite care is also available through Lenore Care, while the registered scope includes older people, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

The home provides dementia care for up to 24 adults. Lenore Care keeps its homes small and independent, so residents are known as individuals rather than numbers.

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Tynedale House

Run by Northumberland County Council

Tynedale Drive, Blyth, NE24 4LH
OutstandingCQC · Feb 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 30 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Tynedale House supports people whose registered needs include dementia, older age, learning disabilities and physical disabilities. The home is listed as an assisted living and residential care setting in Blyth, with registration for care without nursing.

Its available service information is limited, so the clearest practical point is the range of needs covered by its registration.

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Abbeyfield House

Run by Abbeyfield Northumbria

South Road, Alnwick, NE66 2NZ
GoodCQC · Apr 2026
  • Residential
  • 25 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Ground-floor accommodation, relaxing lounges and home-cooked meals shape Abbeyfield House’s residential care setting in Alnwick. The home supports older people, including those living with dementia, within a purpose-built environment designed to feel homely.

All rooms are on the ground floor, making access straightforward, while meals are freshly prepared and can take account of dietary requirements and favourite dishes.

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Blythgate Manor

Run by Lifestyle Care (North East) Opco Limited

Tynedale Drive, Blyth, NE24 4LH
GoodCQC · Feb 2026
  • Nursing
  • 60 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Nursing care for older people and those living with dementia is provided at Blythgate Manor, a purpose-built home in Blyth with four dedicated units. Residents can move between units if their care needs or dependency levels change.

Private bedrooms have en-suite facilities, TV and Wi-Fi access, with specialist equipment available where required. Residents can personalise their rooms with photographs and treasured belongings.

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Charlotte Straker House

Run by The Charlotte Straker Project

Cookson Close, Corbridge, NE45 5HB
GoodCQC · Jan 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 32 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Sensory impairment

A community respite care bed at Charlotte Straker House provides short-term nursing and residential care for people over 65 who live in Northumberland and need extra support. The non-profit home has served Corbridge for more than a century and also offers residential and nursing care.

The respite service is based in a well-appointed room, giving families a defined temporary-care route within the home.

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Cramlington House

Run by Cramlington House Limited

Bassington Avenue, Cramlington, NE23 8AD
GoodCQC · Mar 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 63 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Cramlington House supports older people through residential care, with specialist expertise in dementia care. Individual care plans are shaped around each resident’s needs and preferences, while the home’s activities manager helps residents participate as much or as little as they wish.

Daily life includes film nights and beach hut visits, alongside quieter hobbies such as knitting, sewing, drawing and jigsaws.

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Meadow Park

Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Choppington Road, Bedlington, NE22 6LA
GoodCQC · Nov 2025
  • Residential
  • 61 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Meadow Park provides residential, dementia and respite care for older people, with daily life built around personal routines, social contact and meaningful activities. The home’s person-centred approach is supported by care plans that reflect what each resident likes and needs, while indoor and outdoor spaces are arranged to support freedom and independence within a safe environment.

Meals are prepared on the premises using locally sourced meat…

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Ridley Park

Run by Bupa Care Homes (HH Northumberland) Limited

Forster Street, Blyth, NE24 3BG
GoodCQC · Aug 2023
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Nursing
  • 59 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Care home with nursing for 59 residents in Blyth, run by Bupa Care Homes (HH Northumberland) Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities and younger adults.

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Acomb Court

Run by HC-One No.2 Limited

Maidens Walk, Hexham, NE46 1EN
GoodCQC · Mar 2026
  • Residential
  • 76 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care at Acomb Court supports older people and people living with dementia, physical disabilities or sensory impairment. The home is registered as a care home without nursing and forms part of HC-One, whose care services include residential, nursing, specialist dementia and respite care.

The setting is intended for people who need ongoing support in a residential environment, with the wider organisation focused on helping residents…

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Albury House

Run by Mr & Mrs A G Burn

17-19 Tweed Street, Berwick Upon Tweed, TD15 1NG
GoodCQC · Jun 2025
  • Residential
  • 12 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Residential care home for 12 residents in Berwick upon Tweed, run by Mr & Mrs A G Burn. Supports dementia and older people.

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Ashington Grange

Run by WT HI OpCo 1 Limited

Moorhouse Lane, Ashington, NE63 9LJ
GoodCQC · May 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 59 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Residential, nursing and dementia care are available at Ashington Grange for older people, including those whose needs change over time. The home is welcoming new residents and offers support within HC-One’s wider range of residential, nursing, dementia and respite services.

Ashington Grange is suited to families looking for a care home where daily life includes social contact, activities and practical support.

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Astor Court

Run by MMCG (CCH) (2) Limited

Lamb Street, Cramlington, NE23 6XF
GoodCQC · Jun 2025
  • Nursing
  • 43 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Care home with nursing for 43 residents in Cramlington, run by MMCG (CCH) (2) Limited. Supports dementia, older people and younger adults.

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Astor Lodge

Run by MMCG (CCH) (2) Limited

Lamb Street, Cramlington, NE23 6XF
GoodCQC · Apr 2025
  • Nursing
  • 29 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Care home with nursing for 29 residents in Cramlington, run by MMCG (CCH) (2) Limited. Supports dementia, older people and younger adults.

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Beachville West End

Run by Mr & Mrs Allison

Beachville Care Home, West End, Newbiggin-by-the-sea, NE64 6XD
GoodCQC · Jul 2023
  • Residential
  • 13 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 13 residents in Newbiggin-by-the-sea, run by Mr & Mrs Allison. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Beech Tree House

Run by Prestwick Care Limited

Lisburn Terrace, Alnwick, NE66 1XQ
GoodCQC · Feb 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 86 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Beech Tree House provides residential and nursing care for older people in a newly built 86-bedroom home in Alnwick. The registered care home supports people living with dementia, mental health needs and physical disabilities, as well as younger adults.

Its nursing team delivers care tailored to residents’ medical needs and preferences, while the home is designed as a community where residents can build friendships and maintain interests.

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Beresford Lodge Residential Care Home

Run by Supreme Healthcare Limited

88 Beresford Road, Seaton Sluice, Whitley Bay, NE26 4RJ
GoodCQC · Feb 2023
  • Residential
  • 26 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 26 residents in Whitley Bay, run by Supreme Healthcare Limited. Supports dementia, older people and younger adults.

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Birkinshaw Manor

Run by Vital Care Services North East Limited

Front Street West, Bedlington, NE22 5TT
GoodCQC · Feb 2023
  • Residential
  • 54 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care home for 54 residents in Bedlington, run by Vital Care Services North East Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities and younger adults.

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Bluebell Manor

Run by Lifestyle Care (North East) Opco Limited

Whorral Bank, Morpeth, NE61 3AA
GoodCQC · Oct 2026
  • Nursing
  • 67 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Bluebell Manor provides residential and nursing care across three dedicated units in Morpeth. The purpose-built home supports older people, younger adults and residents living with dementia, with care plans built around individual routines, preferences and changing needs while encouraging independence and dignity.

Bedrooms are spacious and include en-suite facilities, with TV and Wi-Fi access and specialist equipment where required.

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Burn Brae Lodge

Run by Bridge Care Residential Limited

Prospect Hill, Corbridge, NE45 5RU
GoodCQC · Feb 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 31 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Burn Brae Lodge provides residential care for older people, including those living with dementia, in a family-owned and run home in Corbridge. It accepts residents funded privately or through the Local Authority, and offers short-term placements and respite care for families considering residential support.

Individual care plans are monitored and updated, with 24-hour support that can include help with washing and dressing.

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Carntyne Residential Care Home

Run by Lenore Care Ltd

Hencotes, Hexham, NE46 2EE
GoodCQC · Sept 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 21 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Carntyne Residential Care Home provides personalised residential and dementia care for up to 21 residents, including adults under and over 65. The home is registered for a broad range of needs, including dementia, mental health, physical disabilities and sensory impairment.

Carntyne is part of Lenore Care, a family-run group that keeps its homes small and independent so residents are known individually.

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What to look for in dementia care homes

  1. Staff training

    Staff training and experience with the person’s type and stage of dementia.

  2. A calm

    A calm, understandable and secure environment that supports independence.

  3. Personalised care planning

    Personalised care planning, meaningful activity and communication with families.

Questions families ask

What should dementia care homes offer?

Dementia care should adapt to the person’s history, routines, communication and changing needs. A CQC rating is useful evidence, but it does not by itself show whether a home is the right environment for a particular person. Some dementia care homes are residential homes, others also provide 24-hour nursing care for people with clinical needs, so confirm that the home can support the person’s diagnosis, communication, mobility, medicines and likely future needs.

How many dementia care homes are there in Northumberland?

70 dementia care homes in Northumberland are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which dementia care homes in Northumberland are rated Outstanding?

Birch Hill Care Centre and Tynedale House.

How much does a care home cost in Northumberland?

Northumberland council paid on average £890 a week for residential care and £900 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £1,955 and £1,287. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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