Care Homes in Bristol: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Bristol — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Bristol has 189 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 14 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 155 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Bristol have access to well-rated care options.
73 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 116 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 93 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 6,130 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Bristol
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Wills House | Outstanding | Nursing | 80 |
| Horfield Lodge | Outstanding | Nursing | 75 |
| Deerhurst Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 66 |
| Beech House Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 55 |
| Glebe House Care Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 47 |
| The Grove Residential Home | Outstanding | Residential | 36 |
| Cleeve Lodge Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 33 |
| The Heathers Nursing Home | Outstanding | Nursing | 30 |
| The Manor Cottage | Outstanding | Residential | 27 |
| Firgrove House | Outstanding | Residential | 20 |
| Ash View House | Outstanding | Residential | 17 |
| Mayo House | Outstanding | Residential | 7 |
| Ridgeway House | Outstanding | Residential | 7 |
| 50 Vassall Road | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| Harbour Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 108 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Bristol
Nursing Homes (73)
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 Bristol →Residential Homes (116)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Bristol →Dementia Care in Bristol
93 care homes in Bristol 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 Bristol
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 169 homes in Bristol meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (73 homes) and residential (116 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.
All Care Homes in Bristol
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