Bupa

Parkside Care Home

Nursing home in Reading

CQC Good75 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodCultural HubGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • 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).
AddressParkside Rd, Reading, RG30 2DP
Beds75
Weekly feefrom £1,443 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2005

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About

Nestled in the charming town of Reading, where the Thames and Kennet rivers converge, you'll find Parkside, a warm and inviting care home dedicated to providing top-notch residential, respite, nursing, and palliative care for the elderly. This reputable Bupa care home boasts a variety of contemporary amenities for residents to relish, including tastefully decorated bedrooms, snug communal lounges, ample dining spaces, and beautifully manicured gardens.

At Parkside, the vibrant activity schedule ensures a unique and exciting experience every day. Whether it's indulging in a good book in the sun-drenched conservatory, welcoming visits from local schools, enjoying a leisurely walk through the picturesque gardens, or participating in the monthly themed events, there's always something to pique the interest of every resident.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children
Wellbeing Classes

What's nearby

GP surgery950 m
A&E: Royal Berkshire Hospital1.7 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station1.0 miles
Shops1.2 miles
Pub or bar500 m
  • Near a main road

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

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpacePlentiful
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtSparse
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldAmple

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsPlentiful
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

809 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime32%
Shoplifting20%
Anti-social behaviour11%
Other theft8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,443
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

Reading usually pays £993 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £450 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 Reading council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Reading pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£975
2025—£993
2026£1,443—

What Reading council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Parkside Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Berkshire Hospital, 1.7 miles away. The local GP practice is COLEY PARK SURGERY, 0.6 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Berkshire Hospital · 1.7 mi
Nearest GP
COLEY PARK SURGERY · 0.6 mi

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

Community & connection in Reading

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

Charity

Keep Mobile Community Transport Cio

The charity provides transport for residents of Berkshire who are unable to use main stream public transport due to disability or long term illness.Provide group transport for any community group…

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1174433)
Charity

Peppard War Memorial Hall (1914-1918)

This is a village hall serving a scattered community.Regular bookings include WI, Toddlers Group, Baby group, Table Tennis, , Amateur dramatics,over 60's Lunch Club, Pilates. Regular fund raising…

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (205368)
Charity

Age Concern Twyford & District

Senior Social Club for people 55 and over, Lunch club. Anything for the benefit of the elderly in the six parishes of our area.

5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1163722)
Charity

Bluebells Day Centre

Bluebells Day Centre, based at the Christ Church Centre in Henley on Thames, provides social engagement, activities, games and outings for dementia sufferers and respite for their carers.

6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1181582)
Charity

Wade

Day Centre for the older residents of the Wokingham Borough over 50 years of age.

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1178937)
Charity

Link Visiting Scheme

Our aim is to tackle the serious impact of loneliness and isolation among older people living in Wokingham Borough. This is primarily achieved through regular home visits from volunteers. We also…

6.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1139248)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Parkside located?
It is situated in Reading and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Parkside?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Parkside is rated as good, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Parkside?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite, residential.
How many beds does Parkside have?
Currently, there are 75 beds at the home.
Who owns Parkside?
This care home is owned and operated by Bupa.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Parkside, including: Wellbeing Classes, Hair & Beauty Treatments, Visits from Children.
What is the cost of care at Parkside?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Parkside the cost of care starts from £1,443 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01182 308728 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed October 2026.

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