The Burren
The Burren is a nursing home in Bristol with Low public financial risk and Dementia support. This page helps you judge whether it looks worth visiting and what to confirm in person before you commit.
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Should this home stay on your shortlist?
The Burren looks reassuring on the public picture and is likely worth keeping on your shortlist.
Why shortlist
- Low public financial risk
- Dementia support
- Vacancies published
Verify before deciding
- Clarify overnight clinical cover
- Pricing not published
Best fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Nursing care
- Wheelchair access
Quality
Official rating not published yet
Costs
See Costs & Funding section below
Availability
Vacancies currently available
Location
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Financial Watchlist
Low public financial risk in the latest company records
About The Burren
The Burren is a care home with nursing in Bristol, South West, operated by The Burren Limited since 2025. The home has 78 beds. The home specialises in dementia care, including support for Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia. Qualified nursing staff are on-site 24 hours.
Care & Medical
Can this home safely meet your care needs?
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Care Capabilities
Service Types
What type of care is provided
Specialisms
Specialist experience with
Conditions
Can support people living with
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Behavioural Support
Trained to help with
Care Fit at a Glance
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Likely a good fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Nursing care
- Wheelchair access
- Secure garden/area
Important questions before deciding
- 1Who provides overnight clinical cover when needs escalate?
- 2Which funding routes do families most often use here?
- 3How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
Staffing
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Daily Life
Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?
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Dining & Nutrition
Food standards and dining arrangements based on hygiene records and published information.
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Facilities & Features
5 feature groups available
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Accessibility
Rooms
Safety & Security
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Lifestyle & Amenities
Medical & Therapy
Safety & Quality
The Burren: CQC Rating & Safety
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Quality Snapshot
Current inspection ratings and how they compare to previous assessments.
Inspection Ratings by Category
Financial Health
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Costs & Funding
The Burren: Weekly Fees & Funding Options
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Costs & Funding
Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.
Headline signal shown, deeper context available in the report
This page may show headline cost details, but the report is where you verify the wider cost context, funding fit, and whether anything needs clarifying before you visit.
Family Feviews
The Burren Reviews — What Families Say
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Family Feviews
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Location & Practical
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
Location & Neighbourhood
Only on RightCareHomeImperial Park, Wills Way, Bristol, BS13 7TJ
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Neighbourhood
Nearest green space
407m away
Transport access
5/10
Local amenities
4/10
Next Steps
What should you do before making a final decision?
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Common Questions About The Burren
Visit Checklist
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Questions this page raises about The Burren
- 1Who provides overnight clinical cover if needs escalate?
Is the latest inspection report visible in reception?
Confirms transparency on current quality.
What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?
Shows whether support is consistent around the clock.
How are families updated when needs change?
Communication is usually a top concern for relatives.
Can we see an example care plan review timeline?
Helps confirm how quickly the team adapts care.
May we speak with a current resident family member?
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What public data can confirm
- Public financial risk signals from company records
What only a visit can reveal
- 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
What you can already see on this page
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