Blackadder Group

Holmer Care Home

Nursing home in Hereford, Herefordshire, County of

Operated by Blackadder Group

CQC Good40 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
AddressLeominster Road, Holmer, Hereford HR4 9RG, UK
Beds40
Weekly feefrom £750 · 2026
En-suite88%
Opened1996
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Holmer Care Home is a 40-bed residential and nursing care home in Hereford, Herefordshire, run by Blackadder Group. It provides care for older people, including those living with dementia, and offers respite care alongside permanent residential and nursing placements.

The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

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

Activities

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

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected October 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery1.2 miles
A&E: The County Hospital, Hereford1.5 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station800 m
Shops0.7 miles
Pub or bar300 m
  • Near a main road
  • Fire station about 1000 m away

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

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceAdequate
  • Golf CourseAdequate
  • Public ParkSparse
  • Tennis CourtSparse
  • Bowling GreenLimited
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAdequate
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysLimited

Local crime statistics

269 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime43%
Shoplifting17%
Public order10%
Criminal damage & arson9%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £750
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

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 Herefordshire council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Herefordshire pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,040
2025—£1,123
2026£750—

What Herefordshire 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

Holmer Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is The County Hospital, Hereford, 1.5 miles away. The local GP practice is HEREFORD MEDICAL GROUP, 1.2 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
The County Hospital, Hereford · 1.5 mi
Nearest GP
HEREFORD MEDICAL GROUP · 1.2 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Hereford

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Carers of Herefordshire

Providing events and activities to unpaid carers in Herefordshire giving them a break from their caring role.

0.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1204197)
Charity

Friends of Herefordshire Alzheimer’s & Dementia Sufferers (Fhads)

FHADS organises an annual two-day golf team fundraising event hosted by one of three participating Herefordshire golf courses, on a alternating basis.

1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1179255)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Holmer?
Holmer is based in Hereford and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Holmer?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Holmer has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Holmer provide?
Holmer offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity at Holmer?
At present, Holmer can accommodate 40 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Holmer?
The Blackadder Group owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one expect at this care home?
Holmer offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Celebrations for Birthdays and Holidays, Fitness and Exercise sessions, along with Dance and Music activities.
How much does care at Holmer cost?
The cost of care at Holmer can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care at Holmer is £750 weekly.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01432 805385.

Part of Blackadder Group

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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