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Garden Hill Care Home
Nursing home in South Tyneside
Operated by Countrywide
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About
Garden Hill Care Home is a 40-bed residential and nursing facility operated by Countrywide, located in South Tyneside. The home provides residential care, nursing care, respite stays and support for people living with dementia. It is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with Good grades across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home accepts both permanent residents and those seeking short-break respite care. It is situated near the South Shields coastline in the North East of England.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected September 2025
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. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenPlentiful
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsPlentiful
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysPlentiful
Local crime statistics
268 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,082 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
South Tyneside usually pays £915 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £167 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 South Tyneside council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £854 |
| 2025 | — | £915 |
| 2026 | £1,082 | — |
What South Tyneside council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Garden Hill Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is South Tyneside District Hospital, 1.3 miles away. The local GP practice is RAVENSWORTH SURGERY, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in South Tyneside
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern South Tyneside
Age Concern South Tyneside has the general aim to promote the well-being of all older people in South Tyneside, recognising their right to independence, fulfilment,dignity and choice, working with…
Age Concern Tyneside South
At Age Concern Tyneside South (ACTS), we believe in a world where everyone can love life. We are here to inspire, enable and support the older people of South Tyneside to help people to make the…
Age UK Newcastle and North Tyneside
To improve the quality of life for older people
The North Tyneside Carers Centre
The organisation aims to improve the quality of life for carers in North Tyneside by supporting them through a high quality service, shaped by carers' needs and is accessible to all carers.…
Age UK Sunderland
Age UK Sunderland promotes the well-being of all older people throughout the City of Sunderland to improve their quality of life and maintain independence. For further details our web site is…
Age UK Gateshead Limited
Our staff and volunteers together deliver services and activities for people aged over 50 in Gateshead & Newcastle.We are driven by the needs & aspirations of people in later life & our mission is…
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How much does care at Garden Hill cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your specific requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01917 430188.
Part of Countrywide
Garden Hill Care Home is one of 8 homes run by Countrywide 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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