Abbey Healthcare
Kendal Care Home
Nursing home in Westmorland and Furness
Operated by Abbey Healthcare
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About
Kendal Care Home in South Lakeland, Cumbria, is run by Abbey Healthcare and provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care for up to 120 residents across three floors. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home offers both residential and nursing beds, including general nursing, dementia nursing and palliative care. It is situated on Burton Road and serves the local community with a range of care options tailored to different needs.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Ambulance station about 50 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,625 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
Westmorland and Furness usually pays £1,039 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £586 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 Westmorland and Furness council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £975 |
| 2025 | — | £1,039 |
| 2026 | £1,625 | — |
What Westmorland and Furness council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Kendal Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Lancaster Infirmary, 18.4 miles away. The local GP practice is THE JAMES COCHRANE PRACT., 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Westmorland and Furness
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK South Cumbria LTD
Age UK South Cumbria works with local older people to help them retain their independence and exercise real choice in their lives.We deliver services that help to meet the needs of older people…
Carer Support South Lakes
Provide support to carers
Kendal Dementia Action Alliance
To assist people living with dementia and their carers throughout South Lakeland by providing information in relation to local services, activities and events. Monthly Hub sessions held - see…
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Kendal cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01539 761278.
Part of Abbey Healthcare
Kendal Care Home is one of 17 homes run by Abbey 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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