Nynehead Court
Care home in Wellington, Somerset
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- 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.
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About
Nynehead Court is a 44-bed care home in Wellington, Somerset, providing residential care and close care housing. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led (report published 2020).
The home operates from a historic manor house set within extensive grounds in the Somerset countryside. It supports older adults requiring residential or independent close care housing, with services tailored to individual needs.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 24 March 2020 · Last inspected 13 March 2020
Inspectors found that the home cares for older people, including those living with dementia, in a large listed building with a modern extension. Staff were described as kind and caring, with a consistent team that people had come to trust, and residents were supported to make choices about their daily lives. The atmosphere was reported as cheerful and pleasant, with activities offered both inside the home and in the local community.
- Leaders showed a commitment to learning and improving, and changes to quality checks had led to better care and record keeping.
- People felt safe, and staff were described as kind, caring and approachable.
- Care plans gave staff clear guidance on supporting each person as an individual, and people were encouraged to stay independent. Risk assessments were completed and followed.
- Staff had the training they needed and reported feeling well supported. Social activities were available at the home and in the wider community.
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.
What's nearby
Straight-line distances. A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
78 recorded crimes in the local area (April 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 Somerset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £912 |
| 2025 | £805 |
What Somerset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Nynehead Court is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Musgrove Park Hospital, 4.8 miles away. The local GP practice is WELLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE, 1.5 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Wellington
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
The Wellington Stroke Club
Provide services to members with post strokes. Social activities, meetings. outings,physiotherapy, speach therapy, advice and companionship.
Blackdown Support Group
The Blackdown Hills is a very rural area on the Devon/Somerset border with poor transport links. We aim to connect people to their communities, alleviate isolation and improve health and…
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…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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