The Orders of St John Care Trust

Paternoster House Care Home

Nursing home in Cotswold, Gloucestershire

Operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust

CQC Good40 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressWatermoor Rd, Cirencester GL7 1JR, UK
Beds40
Weekly feefrom £1,260 · 2026
En-suite5%
Opened1964
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Paternoster House Care Home in Cotswold, Gloucestershire, is operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust. The home has 40 registered beds and provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care. It was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

The home supports a range of older people requiring different levels of care and support, from residential accommodation through to nursing and specialist dementia provision. It also offers respite care for those needing short-term stays.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery150 m
Hospital15.6 miles
Bus stop500 m
Train station5.0 miles
Shops950 m
Pub or bar250 m
  • Near a main road
  • Ambulance station about 650 m away
  • Fire station about 500 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

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkAdequate
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldAmple

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysAmple

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,260
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

Gloucestershire usually pays £923 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £337 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 Gloucestershire council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Gloucestershire pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£887
2025—£923
2026£1,260—

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

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Local health safety net

Paternoster House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, 15.6 miles away. The local GP practice is CIRENCESTER HEALTH GROUP, 0.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital · 15.6 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
CIRENCESTER HEALTH GROUP · 0.1 mi

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

Community & connection in Cotswold

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

Charity

Black Elders Day Centre of Gloucester

The Black Elders Day Centre operates within the County of Gloucestershire and delivers Day Care to African Caribbean Elders, (but not exclusively) aged 50 and over. Specially to the frail, elderly…

0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (900388)
Charity

The Mothers' Union - Gloucester Diocese

Help is given by members to the Prison Play Area at Leyhill Prison; to the Mother and Baby Unit at Eastwood Park Prison; to Parenting Courses and to a Child Contact Centre at Cheltenham and at…

0.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (249912)
Charity

Charlies Community Support

To promote the relief of people who have, or who have had cancer, and their families and carers across Gloucestershire, by the provision of a range of person-centre holistic therapies and support…

0.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1205184)
Charity

Age Concern Gloucestershire

The objectives of Age Concern Gloucestershire are to promote the well being of all older people and help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. The Charity delivers its charitable…

1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1111773)
Charity

Churchdown (Glos) Age Concern

1 To run a luncheon club, twice a month. 2 To own and operate a fully accessible mini-bus, to support (1) above and other organisations in Churchdown & surrounding districts.

3.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (282454)
Charity

Gloucestershire Older Persons Association

Support for:older persons forums & seniors networks.older peoples resource hubs.local authorities, nhs trusts & other bodies are increasingly required & want to consult with older people. through…

7.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1124977)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the geographical location of Paternoster House?
You can find it in Cirencester, conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Paternoster House?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the regulatory body for health and social care services in England. Paternoster House has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided at the facility.
What kinds of senior care does Paternoster House provide?
Paternoster House offers a range of senior care services including nursing, temporary respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity of Paternoster House?
At present, the home can accommodate 40 individuals.
Who is the proprietor of Paternoster House?
The Orders of St John Care Trust is the entity that owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one expect at this care home?
Paternoster House offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Celebrations for Birthdays and Holidays, Culinary Activities like Baking and Cooking, as well as Dance and Music sessions.
How much does care at Paternoster House cost?
The cost of care at Paternoster House can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care at this home is £1,260 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01522 474737.

Part of The Orders of St John Care Trust

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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