Deerhurst Care Home

Bristol · BS15 1XH

Care type
Nursing Home
Indicative weekly fees
From £1,350/week
Inspection rating
OutstandingRating published Dec 2019
Capacity
66 beds
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What the evidence shows

Deerhurst Care Home is listed as a nursing home. The published inspection rating is Outstanding (Dec 2019). Family feedback highlights staff professionalism and friendliness.

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What stands out

  • Outstanding inspection rating
  • Family feedback highlights staff professionalism and friendliness
  • Dementia support

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  • 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
Brunelcare
Provider group
-
Local authority
South Gloucestershire
Purpose built
Yes
Ensuite rooms
100%
Nursing cover
Registered nurse shown 24/7

Provider network: 7 homes; 100% rated Good or better (1 Outstanding, 6 Good).

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Deerhurst Care Home 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: Aug 2019

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Registered Manager
Lesley Hobbs
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RightCareHome analysisCare fit

Published care capabilities

Listed support includes dementia support, nursing care, 24/7 nurse cover. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Dementia support
  • Nursing care
  • 24/7 nurse cover
  • Palliative or end-of-life support
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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Nursing Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Dementia
Adults aged 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Vascular Dementia
Lewy Body Dementia
Frontotemporal Dementia
Stroke
Multiple Sclerosis
Palliative Care
Anxiety
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Behavioural Support Signals

Trained to help with

Wandering and leaving the building
Aggression or challenging behaviour
Agitation and restlessness
Exit-Seeking

Additional Condition Support

Additional support for

Challenging Behaviour
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 listed. Confirm the current on-site arrangements for individual needs.
Registered Manager
Lesley Hobbs

Nursing Procedures

Catheter Care

Medication Support

Medication Administration

Deerhurst Care Home: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

From £1,350/week

From ≈ £5,870 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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Published fee notes

Prices are guideline only. Self-funded residential dementia and nursing care start from £1600 per week.

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 (South Gloucestershire, nursing with dementia care): £1,488/wk

Nursing care
From £1,600/week
Dementia care
From £1,600/week

How care at this home can be funded

Local Authority

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

Provider and registration context for Deerhurst Care Home, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.

Deerhurst Care Home is a care home with nursing in Bristol, South West, operated by Brunelcare since 2010. The home has 66 beds and is an inspection rating of Outstanding. The home specialises in dementia care, including support for Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia. Qualified nursing staff are on-site 24 hours.

Gold Standards FrameworkDementia Friendly

Contact & location

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Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Location & Neighbourhood

RightCareHome analysisNeighbourhood

10 Deerhurst, Off Sweets Road, Bristol, BS15 1XH

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Nearby Amenities

Nearest Hospital
1.2 km
Nearest GP
1.1 km
Nearest Pharmacy
100m
Bus Stops (500m)
10 stops

Neighbourhood

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Nearest green space

0.7km away

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

1 dining services listed

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Dining Services

Communal Dining Room
3/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected November 2025)
Food handling:Generally satisfactory
Premises condition:Good
Food safety management:Generally satisfactory
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Activities & Social Life

RightCareHome analysisDaily-life evidence

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

5 activities listed

Individual and group options available
Arts & Crafts
Music & Singing
Games & Quizzes
Pet Therapy
Religious Services
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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
Stairlift
Hoists
Hospital Beds

Rooms

Ensuite
Single Rooms
Own Furniture
TV in Rooms

Safety & Security

Nurse Call System
Secure Garden
Secure Unit
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
TV Lounge
Library
Bar
Parking
Pets Allowed

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Next Steps

Is Deerhurst Care Home a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?

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Questions to Ask When Visiting Deerhurst Care Home

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  1. Ask about staff turnover and how continuity is maintained.

  2. Request examples of recent resident activities and outings.

  3. Observe the atmosphere and resident engagement during your visit.

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?

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  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 Deerhurst Care Home

What does the inspection rating for Deerhurst Care Home show?

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

Is Deerhurst Care Home a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Outstanding. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023. Family feedback highlights positive experiences. The combined public feedback rating is 4.8 out of 5. No current enforcement actions are recorded. The safest next step is to compare these signals with your visit questions and care needs.

How much does Deerhurst Care Home cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at Deerhurst Care Home: From £1,350/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does Deerhurst Care Home accept NHS or local authority funding?

Deerhurst Care Home accepts local authority funded residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines.

Is Deerhurst Care Home a nursing home or a residential care home?

Deerhurst Care Home is registered as a nursing home. This means the home provides nursing care alongside personal care support. Round-the-clock nurse cover is listed. Confirm the current on-site arrangements for individual needs.

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Does Deerhurst Care Home provide dementia care?

Deerhurst Care Home specialises in dementia care. This includes Alzheimer's disease support. The home is registered for this specialism.

How do we score dementia-specialist homes differently?

We do not treat the phrase 'dementia care' on its own as proof of quality. On RightCareHome, dementia-specialist homes are checked more carefully for dementia-specific fit signals such as whether dementia care is registered, whether secure or wandering support is clearly published, whether nursing cover is available when needs are more complex, and whether inspection or family feedback supports that positioning.

How many beds does Deerhurst Care Home have?

Deerhurst Care Home has 66 registered beds. The home provides nursing care.

What do care home reviews say about Deerhurst Care Home?

Family feedback highlights positive experiences. The combined public feedback rating is 4.8 out of 5.

Are Deerhurst Care Home's reviews enough to make a decision?

Deerhurst Care Home'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 Deerhurst Care Home safe?

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

Who operates Deerhurst Care Home?

Deerhurst Care Home is operated by BRUNELCARE (Company registration number: 00601847).

Has Deerhurst Care Home had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against Deerhurst Care Home in the inspection history.

What do public company records show about Deerhurst Care Home's provider?

Deerhurst Care Home's provider public-record check is: Records reviewed. No material provider-record points to clarify were found in the public records reviewed. The company accounts record is dated 31 March 2025. This is not a credit rating, solvency assessment or prediction about the home.

What continuity questions should families ask Deerhurst Care Home?

Ask Deerhurst Care Home 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 Deerhurst Care Home?

Before choosing Deerhurst Care Home, 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 Bristol to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

Is Deerhurst Care Home's inspection rating improving or declining?

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

What is Deerhurst Care Home's food hygiene rating?

Deerhurst Care Home currently has a food hygiene hygiene rating of 3 out of 5. The food hygiene record is dated 12 November 2025.

What questions should I ask when visiting Deerhurst Care Home?

When visiting Deerhurst Care Home, 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, ask how families are updated when needs change, and ask who provides overnight clinical cover if nursing needs escalate. 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 Deerhurst Care Home?

Our visit checklist for Deerhurst Care Home 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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  • 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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