Dalton Court Care Home
Care home in Cockermouth, Cumberland
Operated by Sandstone Care North West
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
Dalton Court Care Home is a 60-bed residential facility in Cockermouth, North West England, providing residential, dementia, nursing and respite care. The home was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led (2023).
The home supports residents to maintain independence and community connections through tailored social and activity provision. Care is available 24 hours a day in a setting designed to balance privacy with access to communal facilities.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected September 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 850 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 SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
37 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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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 Cumberland council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £927 |
| 2025 | £990 |
What Cumberland council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Dalton Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is West Cumberland Hospital, 11.4 miles away. The local GP practice is CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY, 1.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Cockermouth
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Carer Support Eden
The charity assists carers by providing information, support, practical help, advice, assessments, services and advocacy.
Showing groups across Cumbria.
Part of Sandstone Care North West
Dalton Court Care Home is one of 11 homes run by Sandstone Care North West 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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