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The Old Vicarage Nursing and Residential Care Centre

The Old Vicarage Nursing and Residential Care Centre is a nursing home in Warrington with Good CQC rating and Low public financial risk. The main areas to verify are Staff and No recent inspection on record. This page helps you decide whether it is worth visiting now or worth verifying more deeply first.

Rated: GoodNursing Home · 60 beds
4.0Public review patterns across multiple sources
No recent inspection on recordLow public financial riskStaffDementia supportVacancies published

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by Harbour Healthcare LtdPart of BRAND Harbour Healthcare
Registered May 2013Vacancies checked Nov 2025
Beds60
TypeNursing Home
Weekly Fee£1,200 - £1,200
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Local AuthorityWarrington
Built from official inspection records, public financial filings, public review data, and food hygiene records — so you are not relying on a paid listing or broker recommendation alone.
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Should this home stay on your shortlist?

The Old Vicarage Nursing and Residential Care Centre may still be worth shortlisting, but not on the public picture alone.

Why shortlist

  • Good CQC rating
  • Low public financial risk
  • Dementia support

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  • Staff
  • No recent inspection on record
  • Incomplete financial record

Best fit if you need

  • Dementia support
  • Nursing care
  • Wheelchair access

Quality

Rated Good · no recent inspection on record

Costs

£5,218 - £5,218 / month (estimate)

Availability

Vacancies currently available

Location

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Financial Watchlist

Low public financial risk in the latest company records

About The Old Vicarage Nursing and Residential Care Centre

The Old Vicarage is situated in Burtonwood, just outside of Warrington. This Harbour Healthcare home provides expert residential, nursing and dementia care, surrounded by stunning countryside views and wildlife. The Old Vicarage is a home with real character and there are no two rooms the same, however all are beautifully decorated and some have en-suites. The large lounges and dining areas are bright and newly decorated and offer space for activity and events to take place and for everyone to join in the fun!

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

Nursing Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Dementia
Adults 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Vascular Dementia
Lewy Body Dementia
Frontotemporal Dementia
Parkinson's
Stroke
Multiple Sclerosis
COPD
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Palliative Care

Care Fit at a Glance

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How well this home matches common care needs — based on registration data and services offered.

Likely a good fit if you need

  • Dementia support
  • Nursing care
  • Wheelchair access
  • Secure garden/area
  • Palliative or end-of-life support

Important questions before deciding

  1. 1How do you support residents who wander or become distressed?
  2. 2Who provides overnight clinical cover when needs escalate?
  3. 3How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

Nutrition details available

Key nutrition points first

5/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected March 2025)
Hygiene:0/5
Structural:5/5
Management:5/5

Facilities & Features

5 feature groups available

Essential features shown first

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Lift
Stairlift

Rooms

Ensuite
Single Rooms
Double Rooms
Couples Rooms
Own Furniture

Safety & Security

Secure Garden
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
WiFi
TV Lounge
Library
Hairdresser
Cafe
Bar
Cinema
Parking
Minibus

Medical & Therapy

Physiotherapy Room

Safety & Quality

The Old Vicarage Nursing and Residential Care Centre: CQC Rating & Safety

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Quality Snapshot

Source: Official inspections · No recent inspection on record

Current inspection ratings and how they compare to previous assessments.

↑ Improving trend
Good for 3 years

Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Good
Responsive
Good
Well-Led
Good
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Last Inspection
No recent inspection on record
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Registered Manager
No manager registered

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Financial Health

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Costs & Funding

The Old Vicarage Nursing and Residential Care Centre: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Costs & Funding

Source: Registration records

Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.

Typical monthly cost (estimate)

≈ £5,218 - £5,218 per month

£1,200 - £1,200 per week

Estimate based on 52 weeks / 12 months.

You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.

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How this compares to the area benchmark

Band A·Excellent Value

Council benchmark for this area: £1,151/wk

This home is priced £49/wk above the council rate — typical for self-funders in this area.

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.

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Family Feviews

The Old Vicarage Nursing and Residential Care Centre 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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance

Location & Neighbourhood

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Fir Tree Lane, Burtonwood, Warrington, WA5 4NN

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Headline signal shown, deeper context available in the report

Neighbourhood metrics for this home are still being validated. We are showing the verified address and map while local transport and amenity signals are refreshed.

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Next Steps

What should you do before making a final decision?

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Common Questions About The Old Vicarage Nursing and Residential Care Centre

Visit Checklist

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Questions this page raises about The Old Vicarage Nursing and Residential Care Centre

  1. 1How many regular carers and nurses are on each shift?
  2. 2What has changed since the last inspection, and what would look different if the home were inspected again now?
  3. 3How do you support residents who wander or become distressed in practice?
  4. 4How does the team manage care_quality day to day?
  • 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?

    Gives an independent perspective before deciding.

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What this page cannot tell you

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Public warning signs are already visible

We can already see early warning signals in public data. The full report shows whether they are isolated issues or part of a wider pattern across finances, reviews, and operations.

What public data can confirm

  • Current CQC status: Good
  • Published weekly fee range
  • Public review pattern across available sources
  • Public financial risk signals from company records

What only a visit can reveal

  • How representative the current review picture really is
  • 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

Inspection

What Care Home Check explains

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What do review patterns actually suggest?

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What should you ask on your visit?

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Data compiled by RightCareHome's Intelligence Engine
Sources: Official inspections, hygiene records, family reviews, financial filings, public statisticsOur methodology

Page refreshed June 2026. Inspection, finance, hygiene, and review sources update on different schedules, so always confirm final details directly with the care home.

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