Welltower
Frethey House
Nursing home in Taunton, Somerset
Operated by Aria Healthcare Group
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
Frethey House in Taunton, Somerset provides nursing and dementia care across 41 registered beds. Operated by Welltower, the home supports older people aged 65 and over, younger adults under 65, and those living with dementia.
The home was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2020. It was marked Good for safety, effectiveness, caring and leadership, and Requires Improvement for responsiveness.
Care provided
Specialist care
What's nearby
- 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 ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
62 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing 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 Somerset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £912 |
| 2025 | £805 |
What Somerset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Frethey House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Musgrove Park Hospital, 1 miles away. The local GP practice is FRENCH WEIR HEALTH CENTRE, 1.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Taunton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Somerset
The objects of the charity promote the well-being of older people within the area of the administrative county of Somerset and the unitary authority area of North Somerset.The charity has the…
The Wellington Stroke Club
Provide services to members with post strokes. Social activities, meetings. outings,physiotherapy, speach therapy, advice and companionship.
Part of Aria Healthcare Group
Frethey House is one of 43 homes run by Aria Healthcare Group 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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