Care Homes in Blackpool: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Blackpool — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Blackpool has 71 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 6 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 45 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Blackpool have access to well-rated care options.
14 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 52 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 41 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,543 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Blackpool
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryecourt Nursing Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 35 |
| St Stephens Nursing Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 31 |
| The Willows Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 27 |
| North Shore Nursing home | Outstanding | Nursing | 25 |
| Links Lodge | Outstanding | Residential | 8 |
| Brooklands Nursing and Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 8 |
| Annacliffe Residential Home | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Gilwood Lodge | Good | Nursing | 47 |
| Hollins Bank Care Home | Good | Residential | 44 |
| Princess Alexandra Home For The Blind | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Belsfield House | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Acorn Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Pennystone Court | Good | Residential | 36 |
| Jah-Jireh Charity Homes Blackpool | Good | Residential | 36 |
| The Arc | Good | Nursing | 33 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Blackpool
Nursing Homes (14)
Qualified nurses on-site 24/7 for residents with complex medical needs, post-surgical recovery, or conditions requiring regular clinical care.
Browse nursing homes in Blackpool →Residential Homes (52)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Blackpool →Dementia Care in Blackpool
41 care homes in Blackpool specialise in dementia care. These homes typically offer secure environments, specialist training for staff, and activities designed for people living with dementia.
How to Choose a Care Home in Blackpool
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 51 homes in Blackpool meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (14 homes) and residential (52 homes) based on medical needs.
- 3Visit at least 3 homes — Use our visiting checklist to compare homes in person.
- 4Understand the costs — Care home fees in England average £800–£1,200/week. See our funding guide.
- 5Save and compare — Use the shortlist feature on each care home page to save and compare your favourites side by side.
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