Elderly care homes in Forest of Dean

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Forest of Dean has 27 elderly care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 5 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 2 Outstanding, 22 Good and 3 Requires improvement. Gloucestershire council paid on average £1,005 a week for a residential care place and £1,384 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Forest of Dean (36)

Forest of Dean at a glance

27on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding2
  • Good22
  • Requires improvement3
  • 89% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score8.0 / 10
  • Types of care74% offer younger adults
How this list is ordered

Homes in Forest of Dean 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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27 elderly care homes in Forest of Dean

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Longhope Manor

Run by Distinctive Care Limited

Church Road, Longhope, GL17 0LL
OutstandingCQC · Nov 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 34 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Longhope Manor provides residential and day care for older people, with care planning developed around health needs, hobbies, interests and preferred lifestyle. Families can also consider the home for couples, and pets are welcomed.

Accommodation includes fitted kitchens or kitchenettes alongside full dining, allowing residents to keep familiar foods close at hand.

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Castleford House Nursing Home

Run by Milkwood Care Ltd

Castleford Gardens, Tutshill, Chepstow, NP16 7LF
OutstandingCQC · Nov 2024
  • Nursing
  • 43 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Care home with nursing for 43 residents in Chepstow, run by Milkwood Care Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, mental health and physical disabilities.

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Dean Grange

Run by Stepping Stones Resettlement Unit Limited

Elton Corner, Newnham, GL14 1JG
GoodCQC · Dec 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Dean Grange supports people with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge. The service sits within Cygnet’s social care provision for young people and adults, with care centred on the individual and linked to wider health and social care expertise.

Families and professionals can use Cygnet’s referral route when exploring suitable support.

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The Laurels

Run by The Laurels Care Services Limited

Main Road, Huntley, Gloucester, GL19 3EA
GoodCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 10 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

A small, family-run home for older people living with dementia, The Laurels centres care on individual routines and life stories. The team supports residents to maintain independence and comfort in a settled residential environment.

Home-cooked meals use quality local produce and include traditional dishes and lighter choices. Dietary requirements, allergies and personal preferences are considered, while mealtimes are relaxed and sociable.

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The Old Rectory

Run by E.C. Investments (Gloucestershire) Limited

School Lane, Church Road, Longhope, GL17 0LJ
GoodCQC · Mar 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 29 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

The Old Rectory provides residential, dementia and respite care for older people who need day-to-day assistance, companionship or short-term support. It also supports couples who wish to remain together when one or both partners need care, with separate plans shaped around each person.

The home offers 24-hour support, home-cooked food, comfortable surroundings and daily activities.

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The Orchards

Run by The Orchard Trust

Stowfield, Lower Lydbrook, GL17 9PD
GoodCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 20 beds
  • Children
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 20 residents in Lower Lydbrook, run by The Orchard Trust. Supports older people, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairment, younger adults and children.

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Birches Grove

Run by Parkcare Homes (No.2) Limited

14 Fairmoor Close, Parkend, Lydney, GL15 4HB
GoodCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Birches Grove provides residential support for four adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs, including people who may also have diabetes. The home is in Parkend, near the local village, and its support is intended to help residents live independently, access the community and maintain a healthy daily routine.

The service offers a small-scale setting with four bedrooms, two of which have en-suite facilities.

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Brook Lodge

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

Latchen, Longhope, GL17 0QA
GoodCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Brook Lodge is registered to support eight men with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs in an all-male residential home in Longhope. The setting provides day-to-day support in a group environment, with activities and community outings shaped around residents’ abilities and interests.

Support includes community trips, cooking and shopping, alongside opportunities such as horse riding and other activities.

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Castleford Lodge

Run by Milkwood Care Ltd

Castleford Hill, Tutshill, Chepstow, NP16 7LE
GoodCQC · Dec 2017

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Residential care home for 9 residents in Chepstow, run by Milkwood Care Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Forest Court Care Home

Run by Forest Court Care Limited

Bradley Court Road, Mitcheldean, GL17 0DR
GoodCQC · Oct 2024
  • Nursing
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Care home with nursing for 40 residents in Mitcheldean, run by Forest Court Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people, mental health and younger adults.

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Gatwick Rise

Run by Severn Care Limited

Upper Rodley Road, Bollow, Westbury On Severn, GL14 1QU
GoodCQC · Jan 2025
  • Residential
  • 14 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Gatwick Rise supports adults with complex needs, autism and learning disabilities through 24-hour residential care without nursing. Its rural setting combines a three-bedroom house with shared living, dining and kitchen facilities and individual one-bedroom bungalows for people who do not suit multiple-occupancy living.

Each bungalow is designed around the individual resident and staffed to reflect their needs.

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Hill Ash House Care Centre

Run by E.C. Investments (Gloucestershire) Limited

Ledbury Road, Dymock, GL18 2DB
GoodCQC · Apr 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 36 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care at Hill Ash House Care Centre supports older people who need day-to-day help, companionship and reassurance, including people living with dementia, physical disabilities or sensory impairment. Care is provided without nursing in a homely setting, with support shaped around each resident’s routines, preferences and individual needs.

The home also accommodates couples who want to remain together while receiving different levels of…

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Hobbits Holt

Run by Parkcare Homes (No.2) Limited

156 Ruspidge Road, Cinderford, Gloucester, GL14 3AP
GoodCQC · Aug 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 7 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Up to six men and women with learning disabilities can receive residential support at Hobbits Holt. The home is in a quiet residential area near the Forest of Dean, with off-road parking and no main roads. Support may also extend to people with mental health needs or epilepsy.

Daily life includes social and educational activities alongside ordinary living. The team supports residents to develop their potential and participate in day-to-day…

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Milestones

Run by Stepping Stones Resettlement Unit Limited

9 Commercial Street, Cinderford, GL14 2RP
GoodCQC · Oct 2017

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 4 residents in Cinderford, run by Stepping Stones Resettlement Unit Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Nodens Manor Care Home

Run by Elmfield Care 1 Limited

Naas Lane, Lydney, GL15 5AU
GoodCQC · Jun 2025
  • Residential
  • 66 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Nodens Manor provides residential, dementia, respite and day care in a purpose-built home serving Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire. Its all-inclusive living model brings accommodation, care, dining and activities together under one weekly fee, helping families understand what is covered. Daily life includes planned activities, gardening, three-course meals, hairdressing and communal spaces designed for easy movement and social connection.

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Prospect House

Run by Innovation Care Limited

Prospect Road, Cinderford, GL14 2DY
GoodCQC · Jan 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Residential care home for 9 residents in Cinderford, run by Innovation Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Red House

Run by Parkcare Homes (No.2) Limited

65 Ruspidge Road, Cinderford, GL14 3AW
GoodCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Red House provides 24-hour residential support in Ruspidge for six males and females who are autistic or have a learning disability. The home can also support people with behaviours that challenge, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or psychosis, within a service designed for complex needs.

Support is intended to enable people to make choices about their care while promoting health, wellbeing and independence.

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Riverside House

Run by Stepping Stones Resettlement Unit Limited

Quay Lane, Broadoak, Newnham, GL14 1JE
GoodCQC · Feb 2023
  • Residential
  • 12 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Riverside House offers residential support for older people, younger adults and people with learning disabilities. It forms part of Cygnet’s wider social-care provision for people with complex needs, autism and mental health requirements.

The home is close to Newnham-on-Severn and provides a safe, comfortable setting that promotes independence and community integration.

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Rodley House

Run by Agincare Homes (South West) Ltd

Harrison Way, Lydney, GL15 5BB
GoodCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Rodley House combines residential, nursing, end-of-life and palliative care for older people with dementia in Lydney. Its registered scope includes older people, younger adults and dementia, while the home’s service description identifies residential and nursing support for ongoing care needs.

The setting is relevant to families seeking accommodation with specialist provision for dementia and palliative needs.

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Stepping Stones Red Marley

Run by Stones Holdings Limited

Bromsberrow Road, Redmarley, Gloucester, GL19 3JU
GoodCQC · Nov 2025
  • Nursing
  • 19 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Care home with nursing for 19 residents in Gloucester, run by Stones Holdings Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities, mental health and younger adults.

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What to look for in elderly care homes

  1. Support with mobility

    Support with mobility, nutrition, medicines and day-to-day routines.

  2. Activities

    Activities and social contact that reflect residents’ interests.

  3. How the home involves residents

    How the home involves residents and families in care decisions.

Questions families ask

What should elderly care homes offer?

Older people may need different combinations of personal care, mobility support, medicines management and social activity. Compare what each home can support now and how it plans for needs that may change.

How many elderly care homes are there in Forest of Dean?

27 elderly care homes in Forest of Dean are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which elderly care homes in Forest of Dean are rated Outstanding?

Longhope Manor and Castleford House Nursing Home.

How much does a care home cost in Forest of Dean?

Gloucestershire council paid on average £1,005 a week for residential care and £1,384 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £1,910 and £1,714. 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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