Bedford Care Home

Leigh · WN7 2AH

Care type
Nursing Home
Indicative weekly fees
£1,050–£1,495/week
Inspection rating
GoodRating published Nov 2024
Capacity
180 beds
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What to know before your visit

Bedford Care Home is listed as a nursing home. The published inspection rating is Good (Nov 2024). The overall family feedback rating is low. The available themes do not explain all the reasons behind it.

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What stands out

  • Good inspection rating
  • Dementia support
  • Public funding routes appear accepted

What we cannot confirm

  • Nursing care is listed, but round-the-clock nurse cover is not confirmed. Discuss overnight clinical 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
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Registered provider
Advinia Care Homes Limited
Provider group
BRAND Advinia Healthcare
Local authority
Wigan
Vacancy information checked
Nov 2025

Provider network: 11 homes; 36% rated Good or better (4 Good, 5 Requires Improvement, 2 Inadequate).

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Bedford Care Home Inspection Rating & History

The published overall inspection rating is Good. 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
Requires improvement
Caring
Good
Responsive
Good
Well-Led
Good
Inspection record date
Inspection rating published · Nov 2024
Registered Manager
Joanne Marie Fishwick
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Published care capabilities

Listed support includes dementia support, nursing care, palliative or end-of-life support. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Dementia support
  • Nursing care
  • Palliative or end-of-life support
  • Wheelchair access
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Important limitations

  • Nursing care is listed, but round-the-clock nurse cover is not confirmed. Discuss overnight clinical 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
Parkinson's
Stroke
Palliative Care
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Behavioural Support Signals

Trained to help with

Wandering and leaving the building
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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 confirmed. Discuss overnight clinical support.
Registered Manager
Joanne Marie Fishwick

Bedford Care Home: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

£1,050–£1,495/week

≈ £4,566 - £6,501 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 (Wigan, nursing with dementia care): £954/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

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

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

Providing expert residential, nursing, dementia, respite, palliative and Parkinson’s care to those in need, Bedford is a wonderful care home in the heart of Leigh in Wigan. Split into six individual houses, each one catering to the bespoke needs of residents, this modern Advinia home boasts a range of amenities to help residents feel at home, including stylish bedrooms, bright and airy conservatories, spacious communal lounges, inviting dining rooms and even a luxurious hairdressing salon. Whether it be socialising in the courtyard with neighbouring residents, spending time with loved ones or enjoying a coffee morning, there’s always something going on here at Bedford.

Contact & location

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Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Location & Neighbourhood

RightCareHome analysisNeighbourhood

Battersby Street, Leigh, WN7 2AH

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Nearby Amenities

Nearest Hospital
1.1 km
Nearest GP
400m
Nearest Pharmacy
500m
Bus Stops (500m)
10 stops

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

0.6km away

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

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Dietary Options

Halal
Kosher
Pureed
Soft Diet
Thickened Fluids
Diabetic
Low Sodium
Low Fat
Renal Diet
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Fortified
3/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected September 2025)
Food handling:Generally satisfactory
Premises condition:Generally satisfactory
Food safety management:Generally satisfactory
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Facilities & Features

5 feature groups available

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Accessibility Features

Wheelchair Access
Lift
Stairlift

Rooms

Single Rooms
Own Furniture

Safety & Security

Nurse Call System
Secure Garden
Secure Unit
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
WiFi
TV Lounge
Library
Hairdresser
Cafe
Bar
Cinema
Minibus
Pets Allowed

Medical & Therapy

Physiotherapy Room

Provider Records

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Next Steps

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

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Questions to Ask When Visiting Bedford Care Home

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  1. Who provides overnight clinical cover if needs escalate?

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 Bedford Care Home

What does the inspection rating for Bedford Care Home show?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection rating was published on 4 November 2024.

Is Bedford Care Home a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection rating was published on 4 November 2024. The overall family feedback rating is low. The available themes do not explain all the reasons behind it. The combined public feedback rating is 3.2 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 Bedford Care Home cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at Bedford Care Home: £1,050–£1,495/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does Bedford Care Home accept NHS or local authority funding?

Bedford Care Home accepts self-funding, local authority funded, and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines.

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

Bedford 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 not confirmed. Discuss overnight clinical support.

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Does Bedford Care Home provide dementia care?

Bedford 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 Bedford Care Home have?

Bedford Care Home has 180 registered beds. The home provides nursing care.

What do care home reviews say about Bedford Care Home?

The overall family feedback rating is low. The available themes do not explain all the reasons behind it. The combined public feedback rating is 3.2 out of 5.

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

Bedford 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 Bedford Care Home safe?

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

Who operates Bedford Care Home?

Bedford Care Home is operated by ADVINIA CARE HOMES LIMITED (Company registration number: 10881242). Ownership type: independent.

Has Bedford Care Home had enforcement actions?

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

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

Bedford 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 Bedford Care Home?

Ask Bedford 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 Bedford Care Home?

Before choosing Bedford 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 Leigh to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

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

The inspection history suggests Bedford Care Home's inspection position is improving. The inspection rating was published on 4 November 2024.

What is Bedford Care Home's food hygiene rating?

Bedford Care Home currently has a food hygiene hygiene rating of 3 out of 5. The food hygiene record is dated 25 September 2025.

What questions should I ask when visiting Bedford Care Home?

When visiting Bedford 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 Bedford Care Home?

Our visit checklist for Bedford 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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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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  • What should you ask on your visit?

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