The Orders of St John Care Trust

Edwardstow Court Care Home

Residential care home in Cotswold, Gloucestershire

Operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust

CQC Good48 bedsDementiaResidential
NeighbourhoodPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressOSJCT - Edwardstow Court, Fosse Way, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham GL54 1BX, UK
Beds48
Weekly feefrom £1,395 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2018
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Edwardstow Court is a 48-bed residential care home in Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, operated by the Orders of St John Care Trust. The home provides residential, dementia and respite care for older adults, and is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission. It received Good grades for being safe, effective, well-led and caring, with an Outstanding rating for responsiveness to residents' needs.

Located in the Cotswolds, Edwardstow Court supports residents seeking longer-term care, temporary respite placements, or specialist dementia support. The home is run by a not-for-profit care organisation.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

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

Activities

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

What's nearby

GP surgery950 m
Hospital18.3 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station5.6 miles
Shops150 m
Pub or bar500 m
  • Near a main road
  • Fire station about 550 m away

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceLimited
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkLimited
  • Tennis CourtAdequate
  • Bowling GreenLimited
  • Playing FieldLimited

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingAmple
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysLimited

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,395
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Gloucestershire usually pays £923 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £472 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 Gloucestershire council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Gloucestershire pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£887
2025—£923
2026£1,395—

What Gloucestershire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Edwardstow Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Horton General Hospital, 18.3 miles away. The local GP practice is STOW SURGERY, 0.6 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Horton General Hospital · 18.3 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
STOW SURGERY · 0.6 mi

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

Community & connection in Cotswold

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

Charity

Black Elders Day Centre of Gloucester

The Black Elders Day Centre operates within the County of Gloucestershire and delivers Day Care to African Caribbean Elders, (but not exclusively) aged 50 and over. Specially to the frail, elderly…

0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (900388)
Charity

The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese

Help is given by members to the Prison Play Area at Leyhill Prison; to the Mother and Baby Unit at Eastwood Park Prison; to Parenting Courses and to a Child Contact Centre at Cheltenham and at…

0.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (249912)
Charity

Charlies Community Support

To promote the relief of people who have, or who have had cancer, and their families and carers across Gloucestershire, by the provision of a range of person-centre holistic therapies and support…

0.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1205184)
Charity

Age Concern Gloucestershire

The objectives of Age Concern Gloucestershire are to promote the well being of all older people and help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. The Charity delivers its charitable…

1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1111773)
Charity

Churchdown (Glos) Age Concern

1 To run a luncheon club, twice a month. 2 To own and operate a fully accessible mini-bus, to support (1) above and other organisations in Churchdown & surrounding districts.

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (282454)
Charity

Gloucestershire Older Persons Association

Support for:older persons forums & seniors networks.older peoples resource hubs.local authorities, nhs trusts & other bodies are increasingly required & want to consult with older people. through…

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1124977)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Edwardstow Court?
This facility is based in Cheltenham and is conveniently near to various local services.
How does Edwardstow Court fare in the CQC evaluation?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. Edwardstow Court has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided at the facility.
What kinds of senior care can one avail at Edwardstow Court?
This home offers various forms of senior care such as respite, dementia, and residential.
What is the total bed capacity at Edwardstow Court?
At present, the facility accommodates 48 beds.
Who is the proprietor of Edwardstow Court?
The Orders of St John Care Trust are the owners and managers of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Edwardstow Court offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Creative Arts & Crafts, Physical Exercise & Fitness, and Dance & Music sessions.
How much does care at Edwardstow Court cost?
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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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