Avery Healthcare

Duke's Court Care Home

Residential care home in North Northamptonshire

Operated by Avery Healthcare

CQC Good60 bedsDementiaResidential
Address159 Northampton Rd, Wellingborough, NN8 3PN
Beds60
Weekly feefrom £995 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2014
All-inclusiveNo

Do you run Duke's Court Care Home? Manage this listing free.

About

Nestled in the charming town of Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, Dukes Court is a premium Avery care home that offers a blend of luxury residential and dementia care, along with respite care, retirement and assisted living services.

Dukes Court is not just a care home, it's a vibrant community brimming with a variety of amenities such as a chic hair salon, a well-stocked library, a cosy lounge for relaxation, and a beautiful garden for residents to enjoy the outdoors.

But what truly sets Dukes Court apart is its dynamic calendar of activities. Residents can look forward to a plethora of exciting events, from adorable puppy visits and mesmerising magic shows to invigorating dance classes and soothing orchestra performances. The home also fosters a strong connection with the local community, hosting visits from community groups and local talents.

Conveniently located on Northampton Road on the edge of town, Dukes Court is within easy reach of local shops and public transport links. Plus, for those visiting their loved ones, the home offers ample free parking on site.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential

Facilities

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Library & Reading Room
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected August 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery0.7 miles
A&E: Kettering General Hospital7.6 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station2.3 miles
Shops1.0 miles
Pub or bar0.9 miles
  • Near a main road

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

  • AllotmentsAmple
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtSparse
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldLimited

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesAmple
  • Retail ShoppingAmple
  • SupermarketsAmple
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Gallery

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £995
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

North Northamptonshire usually pays £915 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £80 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 North Northamptonshire council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what North Northamptonshire pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£870
2025—£915
2026£995—

What North Northamptonshire 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

Duke's Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Kettering General Hospital, 7.6 miles away. The local GP practice is QUEENSWAY MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.7 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Kettering General Hospital · 7.6 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
QUEENSWAY MEDICAL CENTRE · 0.7 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in North Northamptonshire

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Thrapston and District U3a

The advancement of education in particular the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means including associated activities conducive to learning and…

4.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1179593)
Charity

Valley of Hope Church

We run a mobile Food-Bank to provide relief to those in short term crisis in Higham Ferrers and the surrounding towns.We also provide 'Higham Ferrers Free 4 All Music' to aid Mental Health and…

4.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1179160)
Charity

Northamptonshire Carers

The provision throughout Northamptonshire of services to adult carers and to young carers, including support, advice and information services and Regulated Care, to include provision of services…

7.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1061417)
Charity

Shire Community Services Ltd

The charity provides a range of services including Wellibus, a door to door community transport scheme, a Volunteer Wellbeing Car Service and Shopmobility for the elderly, disabled and individuals…

7.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1113854)
Charity

Serve

Serve is a voluntary organisation and a registered charity providing services and assistance to older people, adults with disabilities, and their carers in North Northamptonshire and surrounding…

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1043321)
Charity

Glamis Hall for All

Glamis Hall for All provides a community centre and an affordable day centre for people over 50 living in the area who otherwise would be socially isolated or whose carers are in need of…

7.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1160317)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Duke's Court?
Duke's Court is positioned in Wellingborough and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Duke's Court?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Duke's Court has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided at the facility.
What kinds of senior care does Duke's Court provide?
Duke's Court offers these forms of senior care: dementia and residential.
What is the bed capacity at Duke's Court?
At present, Duke's Court can accommodate 60 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Duke's Court?
Avery Healthcare is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Duke's Court offers a wide range of health and wellness activities such as: Music & Dance, Craft & Art sessions, and Gardening & Floral Design.
How much does care at Duke's Court cost?
The cost of care at Duke's Court begins at £995 per week, but the final price can differ based on the specific elderly care needs.

For a more accurate estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01932 501803 to discuss your individual requirements.

Part of Avery Healthcare

Duke's Court Care Home is one of 98 homes run by Avery Healthcare on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.

See all 98 Avery Healthcare listings →

Information last reviewed October 2026.

Reviews from families

No reviews yet. If someone close to you lives or lived at Duke's Court Care Home, your experience helps other families.

    Write a review
    Your rating

    Your review will appear on AskBart and the home may share it on its own channels. Only your first name and relationship are shown.

    Call

    Make an enquiry

    Your enquiry goes to Duke's Court Care Home so they can get back to you. Bart, our AI assistant, also answers by email and passes anything he can't answer to our team. We don't share your details with anyone else.

    Free, independent help

    Talk to an adviser

    Not sure where to start with care home fees or funding? Ask Bart, our AI assistant, answers questions about funding, care types and what to look for straight away. For anything you’d rather talk through, leave your number and a person from AskBart calls you back within one working day.

    We don’t sell your details or take commission from homes, so the advice is the same whichever home you choose.

    Do you run Duke's Court Care Home?

    This profile is built from the public CQC register and independent data. Claim it — free — to add a description, fees, vacancies and photos. Spotted something wrong? Let us know and we’ll fix it.