Bupa
Cottenham Court Care Home
Nursing home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Operated by Bupa
What do these badges mean?
- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
With a bustling schedule that includes soothing pet therapy, gentle armchair exercises, and exciting museum trips, residents are guaranteed to have a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Cambridge itself is a highly esteemed location for the elderly, boasting popular attractions such as the Cambridge University Botanic Gardens and the delightful experience of river punting. These are just a few of the many highlights that make living at Cottenham Court a truly enriching experience.
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Food hygiene rating
Generally satisfactory
Food Standards Agency · inspected July 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 700 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 SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
582 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 | from £1,272 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Cambridgeshire usually pays £918 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £354 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 Cambridgeshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £871 |
| 2025 | — | £918 |
| 2026 | £1,272 | — |
What Cambridgeshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
Cottenham Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Addenbrooke's Hospital, 7.5 miles away. The local GP practice is FIRS HOUSE SURGERY, 2.7 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Cambridge
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Cambridge Dial A Ride Limited
Cambridge Dial a Ride operates a door to door minibus service for the elderly and disabled residents of Cambridge. It caters for individual members and group hire activities.
Cambridge Victoria Homes
The cambridge victoria homes provide subsidised accommodation, associated facilities and financial support for the elderly and infirm over 60 years of age; in particular but not exclusively to…
Cope (Cambridgeshire Older People's Enterprise)
To develop the capacity and skills of the members of the socially disadvantaged community of older people within Cambridgeshire (the area of benefit) in such a way that they are better able to…
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For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01954 774525.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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