Mendip Lodge
Care home in Claverham, North Somerset
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.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Mendip Lodge is a care home in Claverham, North Somerset, providing accommodation and round-the-clock care for people aged 65 and over, including those living with dementia. The home has 20 registered beds and offers permanent placements, respite care when availability permits, and day care. It is located in a rural village setting within easy reach of the M5 motorway and a mainline railway station, and lies about 11 miles from Bristol.
Mendip Lodge was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2023. The home was graded Good for Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led care; it was rated Requires Improvement for Safety.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 1 August 2023 · Last inspected 30 June 2023
Inspectors found that people and their relatives spoke positively about Mendip Lodge, a residential home for up to 16 older people, some living with dementia, and said they felt safe with staff. Staffing levels, recruitment, medicines handling and the way staff support people's choice and control were judged satisfactory, and the report describes a positive culture and effective quality monitoring. The visit took place in June 2023 and the overall rating was good.
- People and their relatives described feeling safe with the staff who support them.
- Medicines were managed safely and as prescribed, and an earlier recommendation on medicines had been addressed.
- Staff recruitment procedures were appropriate and staffing levels were sufficient to meet people's needs.
- Staff supported people's choice and control in the least restrictive way, and the home has a positive culture in which staff feel supported.
- Some risks to people had not been sufficiently assessed or documented.
- Some surfaces and equipment were found to need repair or replacement, although most areas were clean and well maintained.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected May 2026
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 CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Residential 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 North Somerset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £683 |
| 2025 | £748 |
What North Somerset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Mendip Lodge is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Weston General Hospital, 8.8 miles away. The local GP practice is MENDIP VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE, 3.3 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Claverham
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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Age UK Bristol
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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