TLC Care

Candlewood House Care Home

Nursing home in Barnet

CQC Good86 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodGreen Surroundings
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
AddressBentley Dr, London NW2 2TD
Beds86
Weekly feefrom £1,700 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2020

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About

Candlewood House is a luxury TLC Care home in North West London, close to Golders Green, Hampstead and Finchley, providing residential, nursing, dementia and respite care across 86 en-suite rooms. Dementia care is available around the clock and tailored to each resident.

Residents enjoy fine-dining restaurants, a house café and private dining room, a retro music room, a hair and beauty salon, a cinema room and a sensory room, along with secure, landscaped gardens and on-site parking.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Bar
Cafe or Restaurant
Cinema
Computer Room
Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Library & Reading Room

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery150 m
A&E: Royal Free Hospital1.7 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station0.8 miles
Shops1.1 miles
Pub or bar1.0 miles
  • 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 SpacePlentiful
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldAmple

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsPlentiful
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

178 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Anti-social behaviour26%
Violent crime25%
Vehicle crime12%
Public order6%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,700
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Barnet usually pays £1,151 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £549 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 Barnet council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Barnet pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,116
2025—£1,151
2026£1,700—

What Barnet council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Candlewood House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Free Hospital, 1.7 miles away. The local GP practice is GREENFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Free Hospital · 1.7 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
GREENFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE · 0.1 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Barnet

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

High Barnet Good Neighbour Scheme

Transport for elderly or disabled to medical appointments, shopping etc. shopping and prescription collection on behalf of clients. social visiting of the housebound. referral to other agencies,…

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (288318)
Charity

Age UK Camden

Age UK Camden is the legal name. The charity: (a) Provides services; (b) Works in partnerships; (c) Campaigns with/for older people; (d) Innovates and undertakes research. Current services…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (293446)
Charity

Age UK Westminster

Age uk westminster is a part of a network of some 300 age concern and age uk organisations and it is an autonomous and independently funded organisation, offering direct services to older people…

5.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1018300)
Charity

London Irish Pensioners Choir

The Irish Pensioners Choir brings together older Irish people, most of whom are in their 70s and 80s. We use Irish music, culture and song to enrich the lives of older people, building…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1213173)
Charity

Enfield Borough Over 50s Forum

Supporting older people in the Borough of Enfield; promoting healthy living and life-styles; encouraging community cohesion; reducing isolation among the older community; focussing on older…

5.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1122859)
Charity

Age UK Kensington and Chelsea

To provide companionship, practical help, advice, information and support for older people within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. This includes Practical Support services, Basic Foot…

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1082658)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Candlewood House located?
It is situated in London and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Candlewood House?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Candlewood House is rated as good, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Candlewood House?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite, dementia, residential.
How many beds does Candlewood House have?
Currently, there are 86 beds at the home.
Who owns Candlewood House?
This care home is owned and operated by TLC Care.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Candlewood House, including: Dance & Music, Book and Poetry, Birthday & Holiday Celebrations.
What is the cost of care at Candlewood House?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Candlewood House the cost of care starts from £1,700 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01344 203726 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed October 2026.

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