Dementia care evidence

Dementia care homes in Bristol

Compare dementia care homes in Bristol using public inspection ratings, fee signals, review evidence and financial indicators before you build a shortlist.

91

Dementia care homes

25

inspection rated

25

Price or financial signal

Local care-type evidence

Dementia care homes decision signals in Bristol

Use these local dementia care homes signals before comparing individual homes in Bristol. We only show sections where the underlying public data is strong enough to help a family compare homes.

Coverage and limitations

What this dementia comparison covers

These figures describe the registered inventory in Bristol. The detailed comparisons below use a smaller set of listed homes with available evidence. Coverage varies; a published rating or fee is not confirmation of current suitability or availability.

91 dementia care homes

25 inspection-rated homes

25 price or provider-record signals

25 homes available for comparison

RCH Score methodology

How we rank care homes in Bristol

Score 0–10 · evidence dates vary

Published inspection ratings, family feedback, rating history and provider-record context help you compare homes. Evidence dates and coverage vary; this score does not confirm today’s care, fees or vacancies.

inspection

inspection inspection rating

40%

The official inspection rating — Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate. The primary quality signal, but can be up to 4 years old.

Online reviews

30%

Average star rating from available family feedback, weighted by volume. Reflects the day-to-day experience of residents and families. Only counted when 10+ reviews exist.

inspection trend

15%

Whether the home's rating has been improving, stable, or declining across its last three inspections. An improving trajectory can offset an older rating.

Provider records

15%

Dated public provider records, where available. We show useful questions and information gaps, not a credit rating or prediction.

Rankings are calculated from public data only. We do not accept referral fees or paid placements from care homes.

The RCH Score is a decision-support tool, not a definitive ranking. Always visit a home in person and ask for the latest inspection inspection report before making a decision.

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Full care home dataset for Bristol (91)

Use the full dataset when you want to browse every analysed home in Bristol. If you want the strongest starting point first, review the ranked homes and market analysis above.

Badminton Place, Bristol

Operator: Berkley Care (Badminton) Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Outstanding
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing73 beds£1,700–£2,335/week4.5 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS10 7TQ
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Beech House Care Home, Bristol

Operator: Bristol Care Homes Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Outstanding
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing55 beds4.8 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS35 1EG
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Deerhurst Care Home, Bristol

Operator: Brunelcare

Specialist dementia nursing home

Outstanding
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing66 bedsFrom £1,350/week4.8 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS15 1XH
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Firgrove House, Bristol

Operator: Improving Prospects Ltd

Specialist dementia care

Outstanding
Family review insights
Dementia
Residential20 bedsFrom £1,200/week4.8 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS37 4AH
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Glebe House Care Home, Bristol

Operator: Bristol Care Homes Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Outstanding
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing47 bedsFrom £1,700/week4.4 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS32 4DS
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Horfield Lodge, Bristol

Operator: Methodist Homes

Specialist dementia nursing home

Outstanding
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing75 beds£1,494–£2,064/week5.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: 2 points worth clarifying

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Useful before a visit. What working-capital and continuity arrangements support the home if short-term costs rise?

BS7 8SU
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John Wills House, Bristol

Operator: The Council of St Monica Trust

Specialist dementia nursing home

Outstanding
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing80 bedsFrom £1,750/week4.3 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Company record check not applicable

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BS10 6TU
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The Grove Residential Home, Bristol

Operator: Grove Care Limited

Specialist dementia care

Outstanding
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Residential36 bedsFrom £1,200/week4.6 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS36 1RB
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The Heathers Nursing Home, Bristol

Operator: Acacia Care Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Outstanding
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing30 bedsFrom £1,200/week5.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS37 6AX
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The Manor House - Frenchay, Bristol

Operator: Care Futures

Specialist dementia care

Outstanding
Dementia
Residential23 bedsFrom £1,675/week5.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: 1 point worth clarifying

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Useful before a visit. Who is currently accountable for provider-level decisions, and has local management changed?

BS16 1NT
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Arbour Walk, Bristol

Operator: Barker Care Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing83 beds£1,500–£1,750/week3.4 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS4 5HU
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Argentum Lodge, Bristol

Operator: Argentum Lodge Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing56 bedsFrom £1,457/week4.9 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS48 2DS
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Avon Lodge Care Home, Bristol

Operator: Healthcare Homes (LSC) Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing62 bedsFrom £1,350/week3.9 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS15 1QT
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Avon Valley Care Home, Bristol

Operator: Avery Homes Downend Limited

Specialist dementia care

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Residential78 beds£1,295–£1,511/week4.3 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS15 4JW
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Bamfield Lodge, Bristol

Operator: Bamfield Lodge Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing60 beds£1,467/week4.7 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS14 0AU
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Beaufort Grange, Bristol

Operator: Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing74 beds£1,350/week4.8 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: 1 point worth clarifying

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Useful before a visit. Who is currently accountable for provider-level decisions, and has local management changed?

BS16 1AH
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Beck House, Bristol

Operator: Care Futures

Specialist dementia care

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Residential23 beds£1,675/week5.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: 1 point worth clarifying

A public-record point is worth asking about.

Useful before a visit. Who is currently accountable for provider-level decisions, and has local management changed?

BS16 1NT
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Belvedere Lodge, Bristol

Operator: Ablecare Homes Limited

Specialist dementia care

Good
Dementia
Residential20 bedsFrom £1,000/week5.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS6 7JG
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Bernash Care Home, Bristol

Operator: Young at Heart Care Homes Ltd

Specialist dementia care

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Residential23 bedsFrom £1,200/week4.8 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS14 9BB
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Blossom Fields, Bristol

Operator: Grove Care Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing43 bedsFrom £1,200/week4.4 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS36 1RB
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Charterhouse Care Home, Bristol

Operator: The Council of St Monica Trust

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing93 bedsFrom £1,650/week5.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Company record check not applicable

Use alternative checks such as inspection findings, staffing information and contract documents.

BS31 2GL
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Crossley House, Bristol

Operator: Ablecare Homes Limited

Specialist dementia care

Good
Dementia
Residential17 beds£1,200/week5.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS36 1RF
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Dearbourne Manor, Bristol

Operator: Cedar Care Homes Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing62 beds£1,550/week5.0 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS10 5NL
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Fairview Court Care Home, Bristol

Operator: Linksmax Limited

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Nursing81 bedsFrom £1,295/week4.3 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS15 4ES
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Glenview Nursing Home, Bristol

Operator: Meadow Care Homes Ltd

Specialist dementia nursing home

Good
Family review insights
Dementia
Mental Health
Nursing40 beds£1,400–£1,450/week4.5 / 5 family feedback

Provider public records: Records reviewed

No material provider-record points found in the records reviewed.

BS6 7JG
Open free profile

Dementia care questions in Bristol

How do I compare dementia care homes in Bristol?

Start with homes that publish specialist dementia care signals, then compare inspection ratings, inspection freshness, fees, review evidence and financial indicators before arranging visits.

Are dementia care homes different from residential care homes in Bristol?

Some residential and nursing homes also support people living with dementia. The important check is whether the home publishes dementia-specific capability and whether its inspection, staffing, environment and fee evidence match the person's needs.

Does RightCareHome rank dementia care homes in Bristol by sponsorship?

No. RightCareHome is funded by families, not care homes. The page uses public evidence such as inspection ratings, costs, review signals and provider records rather than paid placement.

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