Balmore Country House
Nursing home in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Operated by Ruddington Homes
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- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Balmore Country House sits in the village of Ruddington, about five miles from the centre of Nottingham. The home occupies a converted country residence and provides both residential and nursing care for 76 registered beds. Its grounds include a large garden with established borders and trees, several seating areas and enclosed courtyards where residents can sit outdoors with family and friends. Inside, residents are encouraged to personalise their rooms with keepsakes, photographs and favourite furniture. Communal spaces include a quieter lounge for family gatherings, and a music room with themed decoration.
The home runs a range of activities, including regular entertainers, exercise classes aimed at sustaining mobility, video calls for keeping in touch, and day trips to places of interest. Meals are prepared daily from fresh ingredients, and the kitchen can cater for specific dietary needs. The Care Quality Commission rated the home Good overall in its 2024 report, with Good ratings for safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led care.
Care provided
Facilities
What's nearby
- Near a main road
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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
240 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Residential 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 Nottinghamshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £838 |
| 2025 | £906 |
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Local health safety net
Balmore Country House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Queen's Medical Centre, 4.1 miles away. The local GP practice is THE RUDDINGTON MED CENTRE, 0.4 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Nottingham
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
The Charity provides services for older people in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire within the following categories; Housing Services, Advice, Advocacy, Health & Wellbeing including Day Care and Core…
Old Park Ward Old Age Pensioners Fund
To provide a facility seven days a week for the elderly in the Old Park Ward. Through organizing events and hiring of the centres facilities to outside sources we are able to make a donation to…
Age Concern Carlton and District
A dynamic and unique local charity with a sound track record of delivering quality services and support aimed at improving the health and well being of older people. With over 50 volunteers the…
Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind
My Sight Nottinghamshire (working name for Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind) is dedicated to improving the lives of visually impaired people in Nottinghamshire. Services including;…
Sing Along with Ellie
To relieve the needs of people with dementia, neurodiversity or those recovering from a stroke, and their carers, through the provision of singing groups designed to reduce social isolation and…
Age UK Derby & Derbyshire
Provides services.Provides daycare, befriending, advocacy, advice, information services for older people in Derby and Derbyshire.
Part of Ruddington Homes
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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