Methodist Homes
Briar Hill House
Nursing home in Rugeley, Staffordshire
Operated by MHA (Methodist Homes)
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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
Briar Hill House is an Outstanding-rated care home run by Methodist Homes in Rugeley, Staffordshire. It provides residential, nursing and palliative care for up to 36 residents, with specialist support for those living with dementia. The home is registered to deliver nursing and residential care alongside its palliative services.
The Care Quality Commission rated Briar Hill House Outstanding overall in 2019, with particularly strong grades for Caring and Responsive care. It was assessed as Good for Safety, Effectiveness and Leadership. The home is located in the heart of Rugeley and operates 24-hour care provision.
What inspectors found
CQC: OutstandingReport published 25 March 2019 · Last inspected 24 January 2019
Inspectors found that staff gave caring and kind support, treated people with respect and protected their dignity, and involved people and their families in decisions about care. Care was personalised, health and wellbeing were closely monitored, and activities were varied to suit different interests. The home was rated outstanding overall, with people described as safe and well supported.
- Staff were described as caring and kind, respecting people and protecting their dignity in everyday interactions.
- People were involved in decisions about their care, and staff understood the preferred communication methods of those who found it hard to speak.
- Care plans were tailored to each person's likes, dislikes and wishes, were reviewed regularly, and included end of life care.
- Activities were creative and varied to suit different interests, and people were encouraged to work towards goals and regain independence where possible.
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
Facilities
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 1000 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
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
173 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| 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 Staffordshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £898 |
| 2025 | £941 |
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Local health safety net
Briar Hill House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Stafford Hospital, 8 miles away. The local GP practice is SANDY LANE SURGERY, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Rugeley
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Rugeley District Stroke Club
Craft activities, speakers, outings to places of interest, exercise, quizzes, entertainment.Provides support and information to those affected by Stroke.Meets weekly in Rugeley
Burntwood Be A Friend
Reduce the amount of food going into landfill whilst at the same time trying to combat food poverty within our local community.Reduce isolation/loneliness by promoting positive mental health &…
Landywood and District Voluntary Help Centre
Community transport scheme - taking people to doctors, hospital, shopping & social clubs. Luncheon clubs for local socially isolated. Special needs club. Drop in coffee shop.
Age UK Stafford & District
Provides the following services within Stafford Borough: Day care for people with complex needs including dementia, Homecare, Gardening, Personal Care, Information & Advice, Staying Active Centres.
Part of MHA (Methodist Homes)
Briar Hill House is one of 100 homes run by MHA (Methodist Homes) 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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