Culliford House
Care home in Dorchester, Dorset
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.
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Culliford House is a residential care home in Dorchester, Dorset, providing personal care tailored to individual needs. The home is registered for 25 beds and rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led (report published 2022).
The home supports older people requiring residential care in a community setting in the heart of Dorchester.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 10 May 2022 · Last inspected 25 March 2022
Inspectors found that people at Culliford House felt safe and were relaxed with the staff who supported them, and described kind, caring interactions observed during the visits. Staffing was described as sufficient, with a core of long-serving staff who understood people's needs and contributed to a calm, homely atmosphere. Medicines were managed safely, and the report describes staff as trained, supported and working well together as a team.
- Kind, respectful and reassuring interactions between staff and the people they support were observed
- Care plans were described as person centred, and people were supported to keep their independence and choice
- Nutritious, home-cooked meals with menu choice, and a wide range of activities
- An open, approachable management team and a positive culture within the home
- Governance shortfalls were identified at the start of the inspection; the provider acted immediately, and a new management team and structure were introduced to reduce the risk of recurrence
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected April 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
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
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingPlentiful
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
95 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 Dorset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,126 |
| 2025 | £1,156 |
What Dorset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Culliford House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Dorset County Hospital, 0.6 miles away. The local GP practice is FORDINGTON SURGERY, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Dorchester
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Dorchester Ltd
The core purpose of Age UK Dorchester is to support older people to live in their own homes for as long as they want and ensure that the voices of older people in North, South and West Dorset are…
The Dorset Carers Hub
We support unpaid carers and their families throughOne-to-one supportAdvocacyForm completion assistanceTraining coursesCarers CardDrop-in serviceFree arts and crafts activitiesFree hot drinks and…
More care homes near Dorchester
Information last reviewed October 2026.
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