Care home
Heanton Nursing Home
Nursing home in Barnstaple, Devon
Evolve Care Group
Heanton Nursing Home
Nursing home in Barnstaple, Devon
Operated by Evolve Care 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.
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Heanton Nursing Home in Barnstaple, North Devon, is run by Evolve Care Group and provides nursing care in 52 registered beds. Entertainer Robert "Roberto" Campbell, who has more than 20 years' experience, leads gentle chair-based Zumba sessions that follow the mood of the room. Some residents join in straight away, while others sit nearby, tapping a hand or singing a few words to a familiar song.
Home Manager Abigail Denford says the aim is to focus on what the music brings out in each person, and music can also help people reconnect with earlier parts of their lives. The home sees behaviour as a form of communication and shapes support around the individual. The Care Quality Commission rated the home Good overall in its 2025 report, with Good ratings for each key question: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
Care provided
Facilities
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
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
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
272 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Devon council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,054 |
| 2025 | £1,110 |
What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Heanton Nursing Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is North Devon District Hospital, 4 miles away. The local GP practice is CAEN MEDICAL CENTRE, 1.1 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Barnstaple
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Well North Devon
Age Well North Devon (formerly Age Concern Barnstaple & North Devon) supports older & vulnerable people to reduce loneliness & isolation, improve health & wellbeing & support…
Ttvs
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Part of Evolve Care Group
Heanton Nursing Home is one of 4 homes run by Evolve Care 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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