West Eaton Nursing Home

Leominster · HR6 0QJ

Care type
Nursing Home
Indicative weekly fees
£1,450/week
Inspection rating
OutstandingRating published Sept 2026
Capacity
33 beds
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What the evidence shows

West Eaton Nursing Home is listed as a nursing home. The published inspection rating is Outstanding (Sept 2026). Family feedback highlights staff warmth and dedication.

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What stands out

  • Outstanding inspection rating
  • Family feedback highlights staff warmth and dedication
  • Dementia support

Points to explore

  • Family feedback: a small number of low value-for-money and facilities/rooms ratings without accompanying explanatory text

What we cannot confirm

  • Dementia support is listed, but a secure unit and wandering support are not confirmed. Discuss wandering or distress support.

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
More facility details
Registered provider
Heritage Manor Limited
Local authority
Herefordshire, County of
Purpose built
No
Ensuite rooms
9%
Floors
2
Opened
1985
Nursing cover
Registered nurse shown 24/7
Vacancy information checked
Nov 2025

Provider network: 6 homes; 83% rated Good or better (5 Good, 1 Requires Improvement).

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West Eaton Nursing 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.

Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Outstanding
Responsive
Outstanding
Well-Led
Outstanding
Inspection record date
Inspection report published · Sept 2026
Registered Manager
Charmaine Lynette Denham
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Published care capabilities

Listed support includes dementia support, physical disability support, nursing care. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Dementia support
  • Physical disability support
  • Nursing care
  • 24/7 nurse cover
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Important limitations

  • Dementia support is listed, but a secure unit and wandering support are not confirmed. Discuss wandering or distress support.
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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Nursing Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Dementia
Physical disability
Adults aged 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

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

Additional support for

End-of-Life Care

Staffing

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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
Charmaine Lynette Denham

Nursing Procedures

Catheter Care

West Eaton Nursing Home: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

£1,450/week

≈ £6,305 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

The weekly charges are £1,500–£1,550 per person for permanent and respite residential, residential dementia, nursing and nursing dementia care. Contact the home to confirm what is included and the full pricing terms and conditions.

Nursing care
£1,500–£1,550/week

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Dementia care
£1,500–£1,550/week

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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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

Provider and registration context for West Eaton Nursing Home, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.

Voted the best Care Catering Establishment in 2024 by the National Association of Care Caterers, West Eaton in Leominster, embodies the essence of a friendly care home, where a dedicated team provides expert residential, nursing, and respite care. This charming residence, under the umbrella of Heritage Manor, offers an array of convenient amenities, from tastefully appointed bedrooms to inviting dining spaces, cozy communal lounges, a sunlit conservatory, and picturesque gardens.At West Eaton, residents are greeted with a plethora of activities to enrich their days. Whether it's getting their hands dirty in the garden, unleashing their creativity through crafts, or taking a leisurely stroll to the nearby town centre just a short walk away, there's always something to ignite excitement and enjoyment.

Contact & location

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Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Location & Neighbourhood

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West Eaton House, Worcester Road, Leominster, HR6 0QJ

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Nearby Amenities

Nearest Train Station
600m

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

0.8km away

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

2 dining services listed

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Dining Services

Freshly Cooked Meals
Communal Dining Room

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
5/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected November 2024)
Food handling:Very good
Premises condition: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.

5 activities listed

Individual and group options available
Arts & Crafts
Music & Singing
Exercise Classes
Gardening
Yoga & Relaxation
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Facilities & Features

5 feature groups available

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Accessibility Features

Wheelchair Access
Lift
Stairlift

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
Cafe
Bar
Cinema
Parking

Medical & Therapy

Physiotherapy Room

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Next Steps

Is West Eaton Nursing Home a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?

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Questions to Ask When Visiting West Eaton Nursing Home

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  1. Ask the home whether staffing levels or management have changed significantly in the past two years.

  2. How do you support residents who wander or become distressed in practice?

  3. Ask how staff handle behavioural changes linked to dementia or anxiety, and request an example from recent weeks

  4. Ask what the typical staff-to-resident ratio is during night shifts, since most reviews focus on daytime experience

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 West Eaton Nursing Home

What does the inspection rating for West Eaton Nursing Home show?

The published overall inspection rating is Outstanding. The inspection report was published on 16 September 2026.

Is West Eaton Nursing Home a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Outstanding. The inspection report was published on 16 September 2026. Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 5.0 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 West Eaton Nursing Home cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at West Eaton Nursing Home: £1,450/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does West Eaton Nursing Home accept NHS or local authority funding?

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

Is West Eaton Nursing Home a nursing home or a residential care home?

West Eaton Nursing 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 West Eaton Nursing Home provide dementia care?

West Eaton Nursing 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. If wandering support is not clear in the public data, that becomes a follow-up question rather than a positive signal.

How many beds does West Eaton Nursing Home have?

West Eaton Nursing Home has 33 registered beds. The home provides nursing care.

What do care home reviews say about West Eaton Nursing Home?

Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 5.0 out of 5. Family feedback highlights: Warm, attentive staff who treat residents like family; Dignified, compassionate end-of-life care.

Are West Eaton Nursing Home's reviews enough to make a decision?

West Eaton Nursing 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 West Eaton Nursing Home safe?

The published inspection Safety rating for West Eaton Nursing Home is "Good". No enforcement actions are currently recorded.

Who operates West Eaton Nursing Home?

West Eaton Nursing Home is operated by HERITAGE MANOR LIMITED (Company registration number: 01305965). Ownership type: independent.

Has West Eaton Nursing Home had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against West Eaton Nursing Home in the inspection history.

What do public company records show about West Eaton Nursing Home's provider?

West Eaton Nursing 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 30 June 2025. This is not a credit rating, solvency assessment or prediction about the home.

What continuity questions should families ask West Eaton Nursing Home?

Ask West Eaton Nursing 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 West Eaton Nursing Home?

Before choosing West Eaton Nursing 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 Leominster to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

What is West Eaton Nursing Home's food hygiene rating?

West Eaton Nursing Home currently has a food hygiene hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The food hygiene record is dated 19 November 2024.

What questions should I ask when visiting West Eaton Nursing Home?

When visiting West Eaton Nursing 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 West Eaton Nursing Home?

Our visit checklist for West Eaton Nursing 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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