Evington Home - Pilgrims' Friend Society
Care home in Leicester
Operated by Pilgrims' Friend Society
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- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Evington Home is a Christian care home in Leicester, run by the Pilgrims' Friend Society, which also operates care homes and housing schemes in England and Scotland. The home has 30 registered beds and aims to help older people live fulfilling later years within a Christian community, with person-centred care at the centre of its approach.
The Care Quality Commission rated Evington Home Good overall, in a report published in 2026. Its Caring key question was graded Outstanding, and Safe, Effective, Responsive and Well-led were each graded Good.
What's nearby
Straight-line distances. A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
1,007 recorded crimes in the local area (July 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 Leicester council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £967 |
| 2025 | £1,044 |
What Leicester council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Evington Home - Pilgrims' Friend Society is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Leicester Royal Infirmary, 2.4 miles away. The local GP practice is DOWNING DRIVE SURGERY, 0.7 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Leicester
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
East West Community Centre Limited
We offer care to elderly clients suffering from a disability and our service acts as a means of bringingsomeone out of isolation and loneliness; thereby promoting well-being.We provide services…
Age UK Leicestershire & Rutland(measham)
Charitable activity is to keep building maintained for older people in Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland to use as a resource.
Age Concern Measham (Measham Old Folk's Guild)
Daily Drop-in Centre providing a range of activities for older people living in the village of Measham and surrounding villages.
Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland Home Help Limited
Provision of services to older or disadvantaged people in their homes. Providing personal care, cleaning, shopping, foot care, well being and other essential services that enables them to remain…
Age UK Leicester Shire and Rutland Limited
Daycare,home care, drop in centres, visiting schemes, community mental health scheme, campaigning, awareness, services into residential homes, information and advice, advocacy specialist insurance…
Age Concern Syston and District
We offer help and advice to the elderly and disabled of Syston and District. We run a disabled minibus and offer a variety of outings throughout the year. We have a weekly coffee morning. The…
Part of Pilgrims' Friend Society
Evington Home - Pilgrims' Friend Society is one of 13 homes run by Pilgrims' Friend Society 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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