Harbour Healthcare

Gotton Manor Care Home

Nursing home in Taunton, Somerset

Operated by Harbour Healthcare

CQC Good49 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement Community
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.
AddressCheddon Fitzpaine, Monkton Heathfield, Taunton TA2 8LL, UK
Beds49
Weekly feefrom £1,000 · 2026
En-suite42%
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Gotton Manor Care Home in Taunton, Somerset, provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care. The home has 49 registered beds and is operated by Harbour Healthcare. It is located near Taunton town centre in the South West of England.

The home is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission. It received Good ratings for Safe, Caring, Responsive and Well-led, and a Requires Improvement rating for Effective.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Visits from Children
Wellbeing Classes

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected December 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery1.3 miles
A&E: Musgrove Park Hospital3.5 miles
Bus stop1.5 miles
Train station3.2 miles
Shops1.8 miles
Pub or bar0.9 miles

Straight-line distances. A&E departments from the NHS website.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceSparse
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenLimited
  • Playing FieldLimited

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsLimited
  • Restaurants & CafesLimited
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsLimited
  • TakeawaysLimited

Local crime statistics

62 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime35%
Shoplifting18%
Public order15%
Criminal damage & arson8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Gallery

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,000
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Somerset usually pays £805 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £195 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 Somerset council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Somerset pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£912
2025—£805
2026£1,000—

What Somerset 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

Gotton Manor Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Musgrove Park Hospital, 3.5 miles away. The local GP practice is LYNGFORD PARK, 1.3 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Musgrove Park Hospital · 3.5 mi
Nearest GP
LYNGFORD PARK · 1.3 mi

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.

Charity

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…

0.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1015900)
Charity

The Wellington Stroke Club

Provide services to members with post strokes. Social activities, meetings. outings,physiotherapy, speach therapy, advice and companionship.

4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (298494)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Gotton Manor?
Gotton Manor is positioned in Taunton and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Gotton Manor?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Gotton Manor has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided at the facility.
What kinds of senior care does Gotton Manor provide?
Gotton Manor offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity of Gotton Manor?
At present, Gotton Manor can accommodate 49 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Gotton Manor?
Harbour Healthcare is the entity that owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one expect at this care home?
Gotton Manor offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Interaction with Children, Celebrations for Birthdays & Holidays, and Arts & Crafts sessions.
How much does care at Gotton Manor cost?
The cost of care at Gotton Manor begins at £1,000 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific care needs of the elderly resident.

For a more accurate estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01823 212902 to discuss your individual requirements.

Part of Harbour Healthcare

Gotton Manor Care Home is one of 25 homes run by Harbour Healthcare 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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