Drovers Call Care Home
Care home in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Operated by Knights Care
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- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Drovers Call Care Home is a 52-bed care facility located in Gainsborough, West Lindsey, in Lincolnshire. The home was rated Inadequate overall by the Care Quality Commission in 2023. The CQC found concerns across Safe, Effective and Well-led key questions, all rated Inadequate, while Caring and Responsive were rated Requires Improvement.
Families considering this home should review the full CQC inspection report to understand the specific findings and any subsequent action or improvement plans.
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.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
314 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 Lincolnshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £744 |
| 2025 | £783 |
What Lincolnshire 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
Drovers Call Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Lincoln County Hospital, 14.5 miles away. The local GP practice is CASKGATE STREET SURGERY, 1.2 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Gainsborough
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Gainsborough Men's Shed
We provide a safe, welcoming space in Gainsborough where adults can meet, reduce loneliness and improve well-being. We offer creative, physical and recreational activities, opportunities to learn…
Part of Knights Care
Drovers Call Care Home is one of 6 homes run by Knights Care 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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