Omega Oak Barn
Care home in Pickering, North Yorkshire
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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
Omega Oak Barn is a 28-bed care home located in Pickering, North Yorkshire. The home provides accommodation and support tailored to individual needs in a rural setting. It was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2022, with Good grades across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home occupies a largely purpose-built facility developed from a former farm, with original structures retained and converted alongside modern extensions and refurbishment to create spacious, well-equipped accommodation.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 19 January 2022 · Last inspected 9 December 2021
Omega Oak Barn is a residential care home for 26 older people, including those needing nursing care, in a single ground-floor building that was recently renovated. Inspectors found that people were supported safely, with good management of medicines, risks and infection control, and that care was person-centred, dignified and varied in activities and diet. The service was rated Good, and it was the first inspection under the current provider.
- Safeguarding systems were in place and medicines were managed safely.
- People were supported with a varied, nutritious diet and access to drinks.
- Care was person-centred, promoted dignity and independence, and included a range of activities.
- The registered manager was clear about their role and the service engaged people, relatives and staff in its development.
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 January 2025
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
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
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
36 recorded crimes in the local area (June 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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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 Yorkshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,055 |
| 2025 | £1,086 |
What North Yorkshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Omega Oak Barn is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is The York Hospital, 20 miles away. The local GP practice is HELMSLEY SURGERY, 2.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Pickering
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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