Avalon Nursing Home
Nursing home in Bridgwater, Somerset
Operated by Camelot Care (Somerset)
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Avalon Nursing Home is a 55-bed care home in Bridgwater, Somerset, providing nursing care and specialist support for people living with dementia. The home is purpose-built and located in the heart of Bridgwater.
Avalon was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2021, with Good grades across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 20 September 2021 · Last inspected 6 September 2021
Inspectors found that people received safe care, with enough staff on duty, medicines managed properly and infection control in place. Staff, residents and relatives spoke well of the management team, and people were supported to keep choice and control over their daily lives. The report notes that the service has improved since its previous inspection and no longer breaches the regulations it had previously failed to meet.
- Residents and their relatives said they felt secure with the care provided.
- Staffing levels were judged sufficient to meet the needs of the people living there.
- Medicines were handled safely, and measures to limit the spread of infection were in place.
- Staff were described as keen to support people in making their own decisions, including taking reasonable risks.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Care provided
Specialist care
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected February 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 300 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpacePlentiful
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsPlentiful
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysPlentiful
Local crime statistics
451 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Somerset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £912 |
| 2025 | £805 |
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Local health safety net
Avalon Nursing Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Musgrove Park Hospital, 9.4 miles away. The local GP practice is TAUNTON ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE, 0 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Bridgwater
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
The Brains
The Brains support people living with dementia, their carers and older people through cognitive stimulation, brain-health workshops, carer support, social activities and community events. Services…
Part of Camelot Care (Somerset)
Avalon Nursing Home is one of 5 homes run by Camelot Care (Somerset) on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
More care homes near Bridgwater
Information last reviewed October 2026.
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