The Millings

Bedale · DL8 1AF

Care type
Residential Care Home
Indicative weekly fees
£1,275–£1,530/week
Inspection rating
OutstandingRating published May 2019
Capacity
40 beds
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What the evidence shows

The Millings is listed as a residential care home. The published inspection rating is Outstanding (May 2019). Family feedback highlights staff kindness and attentiveness. This topic appears in family feedback. Ask the home to explain its approach and compare it with the inspection findings.

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What stands out

  • Outstanding inspection rating
  • Family feedback highlights staff kindness and attentiveness
  • Palliative or end-of-life support

Points to explore

  • Family feedback: occasional feelings of loneliness in evenings
  • Latest accounts recorded as overdue
  • Family experiences differ on food and meal choices

Checks for any home

  • Whether the latest public records still match day-to-day care
  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
  • How consistent staffing feels in person from shift to shift
More facility details
Registered provider
Clifton St. Anne's Personal Care Services Limited
Provider group
-
Local authority
North Yorkshire
Purpose built
No
Ensuite rooms
100%
Floors
1
Opened
2001

Provider network: 2 homes; 100% rated Good or better (2 Outstanding).

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The Millings Inspection Rating & History

The published overall inspection rating is Outstanding. Review the dates and any findings below; a data review is not a new inspection.

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Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Outstanding
Caring
Outstanding
Responsive
Outstanding
Well-Led
Outstanding
Inspection record date
Inspection record review · Jul 2023

Routine inspection: Apr 2019

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Registered Manager
Bryony Clare Lock
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Published care capabilities

Listed support includes palliative or end-of-life support, wheelchair access, secure garden or area. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Palliative or end-of-life support
  • Wheelchair access
  • Secure garden or area
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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Residential Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Adults aged 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Parkinson's
Stroke
Diabetes
Palliative Care
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Additional Condition Support

Additional support for

End-of-Life Care

Staffing

RightCareHome analysisStaffing evidence

Available information about staffing arrangements. Family descriptions of staff appear in the family experiences section; they are not verified staffing levels.

Round-the-clock nurse cover is not listed. Ask how overnight clinical needs are supported.
Registered Manager
Bryony Clare Lock

Medication Support

Medication Administration

The Millings: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

£1,275–£1,530/week

≈ £5,544 - £6,653 per month (estimate)

Monthly estimate uses an average of 4.348 weeks per month.

You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.

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Council-funded rate — background context

Reference period is unavailable. This is not a current private fee quote or a measure of care quality. Self-funded fees and included services may differ.

Council-rate context (North Yorkshire, residential): £1,086/wk

How care at this home can be funded

Self-Funding

You pay the full fee directly if assessable capital exceeds £23,250. Between £14,250 and £23,250, tariff income applies.

Local Authority

Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.

NHS Continuing Healthcare

The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.

Family Top-Up

The council pays a set rate and your family pays the difference to cover a higher-cost home.

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Family Reviews

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

Provider and registration context for The Millings, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.

The Millings is a 36-bed residential care home situated in a stunning former rectory in the heart of Bedale. It provides residential and respite care, including support for those with Parkinson's, stroke, and dementia, and is rated 'Outstanding' by the inspection.

Contact & location

Will regular visits and day-to-day logistics be practical?

Travel time, nearby GP services, and neighbourhood safety — so the whole family can visit comfortably.

Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Location & Neighbourhood

RightCareHome analysisNeighbourhood

5 North End, Bedale, Bedale, DL8 1AF

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Nearby Amenities

Bus Stops (500m)
2 stops
Nearest Train Station
300m

Neighbourhood

Distances and local context help you plan visits. They do not establish how suitable the setting is for an individual resident. Deprivation deciles describe the area: 1 is most deprived and 10 least deprived; they do not assess the home or its care.

Nearest green space

157m away

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

3 dining services listed

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Dining Services

Choice of Menu
Special Occasion Meals
Communal Dining Room

Dietary Options

Halal
Kosher
Pureed
Diabetic
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-Free
5/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected April 2025)
Food handling:Very good
Premises condition:Very good
Food safety management:Very good
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Activities & Social Life

RightCareHome analysisDaily-life evidence

Social life, outings, and engagement programmes based on available information.

6 activities listed

Individual and group options available
Arts & Crafts
Music & Singing
Exercise Classes
Gardening
Games & Quizzes
Reminiscence
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✓One-to-one activity sessions
✓Organised group activities

Facilities & Features

4 feature groups available

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Accessibility Features

Wheelchair Access
Lift

Rooms

Ensuite
Single Rooms
Double Rooms
Couples Rooms
Own Furniture
TV in Rooms
Phone in Rooms

Safety & Security

Secure Garden
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
WiFi
TV Lounge
Library
Hairdresser
Parking
Minibus
Pets Allowed

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Next Steps

Is The Millings a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?

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Questions to Ask When Visiting The Millings

Take this care home visit checklist with you when you call or visit.

  1. Have you noticed staff interacting warmly and attentively with residents during your visit?

  2. Are there activities that suit both sociable and quieter residents?

  3. Ask about evening routines and support for residents who may feel lonely after activities end.

    Ask for a written breakdown of regular fees and optional extras.

  4. Discuss how meal choices are tailored to individual preferences and dietary needs.

Also ask about everyday care

  1. What actions followed the inspection report, and can you show examples?

  2. What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?

    Ask whether these numbers include agency staff.

  3. How are families updated when needs change?

  4. How often is the care plan reviewed, and who is involved?

  5. May we speak with a current resident family member?

Common Questions About The Millings

What does the inspection rating for The Millings show?

The published overall inspection rating is Outstanding. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

Is The Millings a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Outstanding. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023. Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 4.4 out of 5. No current enforcement actions are recorded. Provider records: The latest accounts were recorded as overdue when checked. The safest next step is to compare these signals with your visit questions and care needs.

How much does The Millings cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at The Millings: £1,275–£1,530/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does The Millings accept NHS or local authority funding?

The Millings accepts self-funding, local authority funded, and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines.

Is The Millings a nursing home or a residential care home?

The Millings is registered as a residential care home. Personal care is the listed service. Ask how visiting clinicians and overnight clinical needs are supported.

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How many beds does The Millings have?

The Millings has 40 registered beds. Personal care is the listed service.

What do care home reviews say about The Millings?

Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 4.4 out of 5.

Are The Millings's reviews enough to make a decision?

The Millings's public feedback assessment is useful, but it should not be the only reason to choose the home. Treat it as one evidence layer, then compare it with the inspection rating, safety and well-led domains, weekly fees, funding fit, and provider-record questions. Reviews are strongest when they confirm the same strengths or concerns that appear in inspection evidence and your visit questions.

Is The Millings safe?

The published inspection Safety rating for The Millings is "Good". No enforcement actions are currently recorded.

Who operates The Millings?

The Millings is operated by CLIFTON ST. ANNE'S PERSONAL CARE SERVICES LIMITED (Company registration number: 03175279). Ownership type: private_equity.

Has The Millings had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against The Millings in the inspection history.

What do public company records show about The Millings's provider?

The Millings's provider public-record check is: 1 point worth clarifying. This public-record detail may be useful to discuss with the provider before you decide. The company accounts record is dated 31 March 2024. This is not a credit rating, solvency assessment or prediction about the home.

What continuity questions should families ask The Millings?

Ask The Millings how care is kept consistent when staffing or residents' needs change, how families are informed about management changes, and what the contract says about notice periods and deposits. Discuss these points with the manager during your visit and ask for key commitments in writing.

What should I compare before choosing The Millings?

Before choosing The Millings, compare published inspection overall, Safe, and Well-Led ratings with their inspection history, family review volume and repeated themes, published weekly fees and what is included, funding routes accepted by the home, and the operator’s public company records. Compare these points with other care homes in Bedale to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

Is The Millings's inspection rating improving or declining?

The inspection history for The Millings looks stable rather than clearly improving or declining. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

What is The Millings's food hygiene rating?

The Millings currently has a food hygiene hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The food hygiene record is dated 7 April 2025.

What questions should I ask when visiting The Millings?

When visiting The Millings, start by asking the team to ask to see the latest inspection report and what has changed since it, ask how staffing levels work on day and night shifts, and ask how families are updated when needs change. These questions help you test whether the public picture on this page still matches day-to-day reality inside the home.

What does our visit checklist include for The Millings?

Our visit checklist for The Millings starts with the basics families often miss: the latest inspection report, staffing levels across day and night shifts, how the team updates relatives when needs change, and how care plans are reviewed in practice. On RightCareHome, the page-level checklist is then extended with personalised follow-up questions based on the home’s inspection, review, provider-record and practical signals.

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Topics to take into your visit

  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
  • How quickly call bells are answered in practice
  • Whether staffing continuity feels stable on the floor

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