Tanglewood
Avocet House Care Home
Residential care home in Boston, Lincolnshire
Operated by Tanglewood
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- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Avocet House Care Home is a 66-bed care home in Boston, Lincolnshire, operated by Tanglewood. It provides residential care, respite care, and dementia care to older adults requiring support with daily living and specialist needs.
The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led.
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What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
362 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
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Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,040 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Lincolnshire usually pays £783 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £257 a week.
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 Lincolnshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £744 |
| 2025 | — | £783 |
| 2026 | £1,040 | — |
What Lincolnshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
Avocet House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Pilgrim Hospital, 2.6 miles away. The local GP practice is LIQUORPOND SURGERY, 1.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Boston
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Boston Community Transport
Boston Community Transport is membership-based and for people unable to use or have limited access to public transport. We assist our members with journeys they may not be able to make such as:…
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Avocet House cost?
For a more accurate estimate, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01205 337793 to discuss your individual requirements.
Part of Tanglewood
Avocet House Care Home is one of 9 homes run by Tanglewood on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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