Care Homes in Carlisle: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Carlisle — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Carlisle has 21 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 18 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Carlisle have access to well-rated care options.
7 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 14 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 16 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 804 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Carlisle
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 80 |
| Lanercost House | Good | Nursing | 79 |
| Pennine Lodge Care Home | Good | Nursing | 70 |
| Riverwell Beck Care Home | Good | Nursing | 60 |
| Burnrigg Court | Good | Residential | 59 |
| Carlisle Dementia Centre - Parkfield | Good | Nursing | 44 |
| Rosehill Residential Home | Good | Residential | 40 |
| Creative Support - The Laurels (Cumbria) | Good | Residential | 29 |
| Inglewood | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Knells Country House | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Greystone House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 24 |
| Croftfield Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Holmehurst Residential Home | Good | Residential | 21 |
| Eskdale House | Good | Residential | 21 |
| Lanercost House - Carlyle Suite | Good | Nursing | 15 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Carlisle
Nursing Homes (7)
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 Carlisle →Residential Homes (14)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Carlisle →Dementia Care in Carlisle
16 care homes in Carlisle 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 Carlisle
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 18 homes in Carlisle meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (7 homes) and residential (14 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.