VerifiedNestled in the heart of the historic city of Nottingham, you'll find the welcoming Charnwood care home. Conveniently located just a short drive from the bustling city centre, and with excellent…
from £999/wk
Care homes in Nottinghamshire
Nottinghamshire is a large East Midlands county where over a fifth of residents are already 65 or older, suggesting an established retirement community. With a good spread of care homes and everyday amenities, it offers a settled, well-connected option for later-life living.
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VerifiedNestled in the heart of Beeston, Nottinghamshire, Falcon House stands as a beacon of quality elderly care. This reputable care home, part of the esteemed Minster Care Group, offers exceptional…
from £960/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of the delightful market town of Worksop, you'll find Forest Hill, a warm and inviting care home dedicated to providing exceptional residential, dementia, and nursing care for…
from £1627/wk
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VerifiedHall Park is a CQC-Outstanding Barchester care home in Bulwell, Nottingham, offering residential, dementia and respite care with a restaurant-style dining room.
from £1457/wk
VerifiedLowmoor is a Lidder Care nursing home in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, offering nursing, residential and dementia care across 48 beds, rated CQC Good.
from £1400/wk
VerifiedNestled within the serene Fernwood Park Estate in Newark-on-Trent, Lancaster Grange is a bespoke care home designed with the utmost attention to detail. Its primary mission is to deliver top-tier…
from £1317/wk
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Nestled in the picturesque region of Nottinghamshire, just a stone's throw away from the charming town of Worksop, Gateford Hill is a highly sought-after care home. It offers a comprehensive range of…
from £998/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of Edwalton, Nottinghamshire, you'll find the exquisite Edwalton Manor, a cutting-edge care home that redefines luxury living for the elderly. This remarkable Hamberley care home…
from £1369/wk
VerifiedNestled in the charming town of Beeston, Nottinghamshire, Broadgate House is a distinguished nursing home that offers top-tier nursing and dementia care for up to 40 elderly individuals. This…
from £800/wk
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Branthwaite Care Home is a 40-bed nursing home in Retford, Nottinghamshire, providing nursing and dementia care.
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Eastlands is a 20-bed nursing home in Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, run by Exemplar Health Care Limited.
VerifiedIs Nottinghamshire a good retirement location?
Nottinghamshire is a substantial county with a higher-than-average share of over-65s, pointing to a well-established retirement population. It suits those wanting a mix of town and countryside living, with a reasonable choice of care homes and local amenities, though quality and availability vary by area.
Health & support
- Medical access: Everyday amenities such as pubs, play spaces and playing fields suggest well-served local centres, though specific GP, pharmacy or hospital distances aren't listed here.
- Safety: Recorded crime stood at 7 offences in March 2026, mostly violent crime and burglary, giving a general sense of local safety.
- Family & connection: With such a large county, it's worth weighing how close any chosen area is to family and existing support networks.
Finances & daily life
- Housing options: There are 16 care homes listed locally, ranging from around 40 to 88 beds, offering a fair range of sizes to choose from.
- Transport: The county's mix of towns and rural areas means transport links vary; some places are well connected while others may be more car-dependent.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: Local amenities include tennis courts, playing fields and pubs & bars, useful for staying active and social.
- Community: A higher-than-average over-65 population (21.5% versus the national 18.6%) suggests an established community of older residents and potential peer networks.
- Climate: As part of the East Midlands, Nottinghamshire has a fairly typical inland English climate, with moderate rainfall and warm summers.
Things to weigh up
- Mixed inspection results: Of the 16 care homes, 11 are rated good and one outstanding, but 3 are rated as requiring improvement, so it's worth checking individual ratings closely.
- Limited detail on healthcare access: Specific GP, pharmacy and hospital information isn't available, so it's worth confirming this locally before deciding.