Care Concern Group
Cedar Lodge
Care home in Taunton, Somerset
Operated by Care Concern Group
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
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About
Cedar Lodge is a care home in Taunton, Somerset, run by Care Concern Group. It provides nursing care and support for dementia, with 57 registered beds across multiple units. The home is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with an Outstanding rating for responsiveness to residents' needs.
The home offers 24-hour nursing support and is designed to provide a safe and comfortable environment for those requiring general nursing care or specialist dementia support. Cedar Lodge was rated Good across the key areas of safety, effectiveness, caring practice and leadership.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected December 2025
What's nearby
Straight-line distances. A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
62 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 | 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 Somerset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £912 |
| 2025 | £805 |
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Local health safety net
Cedar Lodge is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Musgrove Park Hospital, 1.9 miles away. The local GP practice is LYNGFORD PARK, 0.5 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Taunton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Somerset
The objects of the charity promote the well-being of older people within the area of the administrative county of Somerset and the unitary authority area of North Somerset.The charity has the…
The Wellington Stroke Club
Provide services to members with post strokes. Social activities, meetings. outings,physiotherapy, speach therapy, advice and companionship.
Part of Care Concern Group
Cedar Lodge is one of 45 homes run by Care Concern Group 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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