Belvoir Vale Care Home
Verified with regulatory, financial, and public review data · April 2026
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At a Glance
The key facts for shortlisting Belvoir Vale Care Home.
Quality
Rated Outstanding · last inspected over two years ago
Costs
£6,522 - £8,062 / month (estimate)
Availability
Vacancies currently available
Location
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Financial Stability
Low financial risk — stable company records
About Belvoir Vale Care Home
Belvoir Vale Care Home is located in the pretty hamlett of Widmerpool and provides residential, dementia, respite and day care. The home is designed like a care village, with three care homes in total, set in grounds of over two acres. Each building is purpose-built and all ensuite bedrooms are tastefully furnished. Other facilities at Belvoir Vale include a choice of bright lounges, dining rooms and hairdresser, as well as a private garden and patio area, where residents love to relax in warm weather with al fresco events, drinks and afternoon teas. The home is just off the A46, making it easy to get to Leicester, Newark, Nottingham and Melton Mowbray.
Description source: Official registration profile
Care & Medical
Can this home safely meet your care needs?
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Care Capabilities
Service Types
What type of care is provided
Officially Registered Services
Registered with the regulator for
Specialisms
Specialist experience with
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Conditions
Can support people living with
Care Fit at a Glance
Only on RightCareHomeHow well this home matches common care needs — based on registration data and services offered.
Likely a good fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Secure garden/area
- Palliative or end-of-life support
Important questions before deciding
- How do you support residents who wander or become distressed?
- How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
- How often are families updated, and who is the main contact?
Staffing
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Medication Support
Medication data not yet available (N/A) — pending enrichment
Daily Life
Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?
Review activities, food quality, and facilities that most affect your relative's everyday wellbeing.
Activities & Social Life
Only on RightCareHomeSocial life, outings, and engagement programmes based on available information.
4 activities listed
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Dining & Nutrition
2 dining services listed
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Dining Services
Facilities & Features
3 feature groups available
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Rooms
Safety & Security
Lifestyle & Amenities
Safety & Quality
How safe and well-led is this home right now?
Use CQC ratings, enforcement context, and stability signals to spot confidence or risk.
Quality Snapshot
Current inspection ratings and how they compare to previous assessments.
Inspection Ratings by Category
This rating is based on an inspection over two years ago. The Care Home Check report tracks whether conditions have changed since then.
Financial Health
Only on RightCareHomeBased on accounts filed Sept 2024
Financial Stability
Corporate Details
Director Stability
2 resignations in the last 2 years
Secured Debt
Ownership
Costs & Funding
Can this option work for your budget now and long-term?
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Costs & Funding
Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.
Typical weekly care cost
£1,500 - £1,854 per week
≈ £6,522 - £8,062 per month
Estimate based on 52 weeks / 12 months.
You may pay less if eligible for council or NHS-funded care.
How care at this home can be funded
You pay the full fee directly. Applies if savings and property exceed £23,250.
Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.
The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.
The council pays a set rate and your family pays the difference to cover a higher-cost home.
Not sure how you'd pay for care?
This home accepts council and NHS funding. Our Funding Guide checks whether you qualify — covering NHS-funded care, council support and Deferred Payment Agreements.
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What's Included
Starting price: £1,380 per week as quoted in Lottie FAQ. Nursing care currently unavailable.
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Family Feedback
What do families consistently say?
Focus on repeated patterns that indicate strengths and the questions worth asking on your visit.
What Families Say
We read every public review families have left about this home — across Google, care directories, and independent platforms — to find the patterns a star rating cannot show.
Based on 14 family reviews.
What Families Say
Families consistently mention strong day-to-day support, with a few practical points worth checking on your visit.
Staff Feedback
Staff mentioned in 5 reviews — Families consistently praise the caring and attentive staff
How Families Rate This Home
Based on 862 detailed ratings across 11 aspects
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Families value most
Most frequent family priorities:
- consistent kindness and respect (Medium impact · 33 mentions)
- responsive and clear communication (Medium impact · 21 mentions)
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- personalised attention to individual needs (Medium impact · 19 mentions)
Questions to ask on your visit
- Ask about current activities schedule and staffing for outings.
- Request details on how food quality is maintained when main chef is off duty.
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- Discuss procedures for safeguarding residents' personal belongings.
Signals to review before deciding
Potential risk signals to validate during your visit:
- occasional food quality inconsistency (4 mentions)Medium priority
- activities programme gaps during staff changes (3 mentions)Medium priority
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- lost personal items (dentures, hearing aid) (2 mentions)Lower priority
Trends over time
Directional changes detected in family feedback over the past 12–24 months:
Recent reviews note food has improved with new chef, but some inconsistency remains when chef is off duty.
Ask on visit: Can you show recent menus and explain how food standards are kept up when the main chef is away?
What Families Are Saying
“All staff are so friendly, patient and respectful and I know Dad feels settled, safe and extremely well cared for.”
— Family member
“The managers are very 'hands on' and know all the residents needs. They are very efficient effective.”
— Family member
Rating Trends Over Time
This home has 10 years of review data. See which aspects are improving, which need attention, and how recent ratings compare.
See full trends — £49Who this home may suit
- Older adults seeking a homely, friendly environment.
- People with dementia needing tailored support.
- Families wanting regular updates and involvement.
Decision gaps before shortlisting
How are food preferences and dietary needs managed daily?
Some mention food quality varies, especially when main chef is absent.
Ask for sample menus and speak with kitchen staff during visit.
What is the current staffing level for activities and outings?
Temporary gaps noted when staff leave, affecting resident engagement.
Request to meet activities coordinator and see current schedule.
How are lost items tracked and replaced?
A few families mention lost dentures or hearing aids, which can impact wellbeing.
Ask about the home's process for managing and replacing lost property.
Most-mentioned positives
Common positive phrases seen across family feedback:
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Signals to check on visit
Repeated concern phrases and risk checks:
In families' own words
“All staff are so friendly, patient and respectful and I know Dad feels settled, safe and extremely well cared for.”
“The managers are very 'hands on' and know all the residents needs. They are very efficient effective.”
Staff perspective
Family reviews tell you how care feels from the outside. But the people delivering that care have their own story — about workload, management, and whether they feel supported to do their job well.
The Care Home Check report checks employee feedback from recruitment platforms to check whether staff satisfaction aligns with what families experience.
Ready to verify what family feedback may be pointing to?
Care Home Check combines review patterns with finance, staffing and inspection context, then turns them into better visit questions before you decide.
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Location & Practical
Will regular visits and day-to-day logistics be practical?
Assess travel convenience, nearby services, and neighbourhood context for family peace of mind.
Practical Information
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Location & Neighbourhood
Only on RightCareHomeOld Melton Road, Widmerpool, Nottingham, NG12 5QL
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Neighbourhood
Transport access
1/10
Local amenities
0/10
Next Steps
What should you do before making a final decision?
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Common Questions About Belvoir Vale Care Home
Visit Checklist
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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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Care Home Check
What this page cannot tell you
You have seen the public picture. The Care Home Check report checks the things families usually only discover after moving in — finances, staffing reality, and what to ask on your visit.
Public warning signs are already visible
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Public signals already visible on this page
Is this home financially sound?
We check the company accounts, ownership changes, and director history — the things that show whether a home is stable for years to come.
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What do staff actually experience?
Employee reviews from recruitment platforms reveal whether staff feel supported and well-managed — which directly shapes the care your relative receives.
The inside view families rarely see.
What should you ask on your visit?
Based on everything we find — inspections, reviews, finances, staffing — we write questions specific to this home, so your visit leads to real answers.
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