Barchester Healthcare
Melbourn Springs Care Home
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
CQC good75 bedsDementiaResidential
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
AddressHyacinth Dr, Melbourn, Royston SG8 6FY
Beds75
Weekly feefrom £1,566 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2019
All-inclusiveNo
MapGoogle Maps
About
Nestled in the heart of the vibrant rural village of Melbourn, near Royston, Melbourn Springs is a sanctuary offering expert residential, dementia, and respite care. This esteemed care home, part of the Barchester Healthcare family, is equipped with a plethora of contemporary amenities. These include tastefully decorated private rooms, a warm and inviting café serving a variety of beverages, an exclusive dining area, a collection of plush lounges, and beautifully manicured gardens featuring a vegetable patch for those with a green thumb.
Residents of Melbourn Springs also have the privilege of accessing the Melbourn Community Hub. This local resource includes the Bookmark café, a well-stocked library, the parish council office, and serves as a hub for a diverse range of activities and events. This ensures that residents are always engaged, stimulated, and part of a thriving community.
Residents of Melbourn Springs also have the privilege of accessing the Melbourn Community Hub. This local resource includes the Bookmark café, a well-stocked library, the parish council office, and serves as a hub for a diverse range of activities and events. This ensures that residents are always engaged, stimulated, and part of a thriving community.
Care provided
Dementia
Residential
Respite
Facilities
Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Cinema
Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Private Dining Area
Quiet Area
Spa
Activities
Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Meditation & Yoga
Visits from Children
Nearby amenities
Bus stop0.5 mi
Train station1.1 mi
GP surgery0.1 mi
Hospital8.3 mi
Local pub0.5 mi
Shops0.5 mi
What's in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
582 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
violent crime24%
Shoplifting23%
Anti-social behaviour15%
Other theft7%
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Local health safety net
Melbourn Springs Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Addenbrooke's Hospital, 8.3 miles away. The local GP practice is ORCHARD SURGERY,MELBOURN, 0.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest hospital · A&E
Addenbrooke's Hospital · 8.3 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
ORCHARD SURGERY,MELBOURN · 0.1 mi
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the location of Melbourn Springs?
You can find it in Royston, conveniently near to many popular facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Melbourn Springs?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. Melbourn Springs has received a **good** rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided at the facility.
What kinds of senior care does Melbourn Springs offer?
This home provides various forms of senior care such as respite, dementia, and residential.
What is the bed capacity at Melbourn Springs?
At present, Melbourn Springs can accommodate 75 individuals.
Who is the proprietor of Melbourn Springs?
Barchester Healthcare is the entity that owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Melbourn Springs offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Culinary Activities, Music & Dance Sessions, and Celebrations for Birthdays & Holidays.
How much does care at Melbourn Springs cost?
The cost of care at Melbourn Springs can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care is £1,566 per week.
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, please contact the home directly at 01763 294738.
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, please contact the home directly at 01763 294738.
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Information last reviewed September 2026.
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