VerifiedNestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water in Cheltenham, Jubilee Lodge is a charming care home that specialises in providing top-notch dementia, nursing,…
from £1345/wk
Care homes in Gloucestershire
Gloucestershire is a well-established retirement area with above-average numbers of older residents and a solid stock of care homes. It offers good access to green space and local amenities, though care fees sit slightly above the national average and the area has recorded some crime concerns.
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VerifiedNestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswold market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, Edwardstow Court is a beacon of exceptional dementia, residential, respite and day care for the elderly. This Orders…
from £1395/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of Richmond Village Cheltenham retirement community, you'll find a stunning 60-bed care home, providing exceptional nursing and residential dementia care. This isn't your typical…
from £1450/wk
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VerifiedNestled on the fringes of the historic Thornbury town in South West England, Grace Care Centre is a haven of compassionate care, offering expert residential, dementia, and respite care for the…
from £1340/wk
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Tucked away in the charming town of Dursley, you'll find Holly Oaks, a warm and friendly care home committed to providing personalised, specialist care for dementia and end of life stages for the…
from £1650/wk
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Nestled on the fringes of the charming town of Cirencester, along the historic Fosse Way, you'll find Hunters - a warm and inviting care home that specialises in providing top-notch residential,…
from £1350/wk
VerifiedNestled in the charming town of Quedgeley, Gloucester, you'll find Chestnut Court, a warm and inviting care home dedicated to providing top-notch residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care for…
from £1295/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of the residential district of Dursley, Henlow Court is a warm and friendly care home that offers top-notch nursing, residential, respite, and day care services. This charming…
from £1215/wk
VerifiedNestled in the picturesque village of South Cerney, in the heart of the Cotswolds, you'll find The Lakes Care Centre, a haven in Cirencester. This state-of-the-art facility offers a range of care…
from £1350/wk
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Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswold town of Tetbury, Upton Mill is a warm and inviting care home that offers top-notch residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care for the elderly.…
from £1428/wk
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Nestled in the charming city of Gloucester, Chapel House Care Home is a haven of luxury and comfort, providing top-notch residential care. This includes round-the-clock nursing for those living with…
from £1450/wk
VerifiedNestled just a stone's throw away from the quaint town of Lydney, within the enchanting Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire, you'll find the delightful Rodley House. This care home is a haven of…
from £1160/wk
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Nestled in the heart of the picturesque spa town of Cheltenham, Monkscroft Care Centre is a beacon of excellence in providing residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care for the elderly. This…
from £1395/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of Brockworth, a picturesque village just a stone's throw away from Gloucester, you'll find Millbrook Lodge. This warm and inviting care home is renowned for its exceptional…
from £1345/wk
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Nestled amidst the stunning vistas of the Cotswolds countryside in Moreton, Moreton Hill is a warm and inviting care home that offers top-notch residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care…
from £1536/wk
VerifiedNestled in the heart of the charming town of Coleford, within the enchanting Forest of Dean, The Coombs offers exceptional residential, respite, and nursing care for those who require it. This…
from £1395/wk
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Elm Grove is a Bupa care home in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, specialising in nursing and residential dementia care, with respite and day care.
from £1195/wk
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Nestled in the opulent setting of Cheltenham, the Sandfields care home in Gloucesteshire offers a warm and caring environment for residential, respite, nursing and dementia care. Its prime location,…
from £1687/wk
VerifiedNestled in the sought-after residential district of north Cheltenham, the Windsor Street Care Centre is a beacon of exceptional residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care for the elderly. The…
from £1395/wk
VerifiedNestled in the picturesque heart of the Cotswolds, Paternoster House is a warm and inviting care home that offers expert residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care. This exceptional Orders Of…
from £1260/wk
Is Gloucestershire a good retirement location?
Gloucestershire is a seasoned retirement destination — over a fifth of its population is aged 65 and above, well above the national average. It suits people seeking a quieter, countryside-flavoured life with decent local services and 30 care homes to choose from. Most homes are rated good by the regulator, though fees tend to run above the national median, and you'll want to weigh proximity to family and the area's transport links carefully.
Health & support
- Medical access: Gloucestershire has several GP surgeries and pharmacies spread across the county; Gloucestershire Royal Hospital in the city centre provides emergency and acute care.
- Safety: Recorded crime is relatively low; the most common offences reported include violent crime, drugs and shoplifting, suggesting a broadly safe environment, though not crime-free.
- Family & connection: Consider how near your family or support network is — Gloucestershire is rural in parts, so distance from loved ones can matter if regular visits are important.
Finances & daily life
- Cost of care: Care home fees in Gloucestershire are above the national average, so budget accordingly if self-funding or topping up council support.
- Transport: Buses serve the county, and rail links connect Gloucester and Cheltenham to nearby cities; the area is car-dependent in quieter villages, though town centres are walkable.
- Housing options: You'll find 30 care homes across the county, ranging from around 24 to 97 beds; choice is reasonable, though it's worth viewing several to find the right fit.
Lifestyle & environment
- Green space & hobbies: The county offers 44 parks and 7 allotments, plus plenty of countryside walking. You'll find 107 restaurants and cafes and 51 pubs and bars for social life and eating out.
- Community: Community groups, memory cafés and social networks exist across Gloucestershire; check with individual care homes and local councils for current offerings.
- Climate: Gloucestershire has a temperate UK climate with mild winters and warm summers; the rural setting can mean damp or rainy spells typical of the south-west.
Things to weigh up
- Fees above the average: Care home fees are higher than the national median, which matters if your budget is tight or you're relying on council funding.
- Rurality and isolation: Quieter villages offer peace but can mean limited public transport and a car becomes essential; this may isolate you if you can no longer drive.
- Crime context: While overall crime is low, violent crime and drugs have been recorded; ask homes and local staff about their specific neighbourhoods.