Four Seasons Health Care
Brandon Lodge Care Home
Nursing home in North East England, County Durham
Operated by Four Seasons Health Care
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About
Life at Brandon Lodge is never dull, with a vibrant schedule of activities and events. A highlight for many residents is the regular pet therapy sessions featuring Jet, the local police dog. The home also boasts a charming outdoor garden, a tranquil haven where residents can relax and enjoy the shade.
Conveniently located, Brandon Lodge is just a short drive from the heart of Durham and is easily accessible from local amenities such as shops, pubs, and public transport. This makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a care home that combines quality care with a vibrant community setting.
Care provided
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Good
Food Standards Agency · inspected July 2026
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
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
2 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £931 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
County Durham usually pays £857 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £74 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 County Durham council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £807 |
| 2025 | — | £857 |
| 2026 | £931 | — |
What County Durham 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
Brandon Lodge Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is University Hospital of North Durham, 2.7 miles away. The local GP practice is THE MEDICAL GROUP, 0.5 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
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For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01917 439221.
Part of Four Seasons Health Care
Brandon Lodge Care Home is one of 44 homes run by Four Seasons Health Care 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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About this data
- Care Quality Commission register: rating, inspection dates and registration, matched by location id and refreshed nightly
- Fees: as published by the home or captured from its website; "on request" where none is published
- Family reviews: written by families, email-confirmed and read by AskBart staff before publishing
- Area figures: North East England: Police.uk, the Environment Agency, NHS and ONS data for the town, not the street
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