Barchester Healthcare

Paternoster House Care Home

Q: What is the location of Paternoster House?

You can find it in Waltham Abbey , conveniently near to many local facilities.

Operated by Barchester Healthcare

CQC requires_improvement108 bedsDementiaNursing

NeighbourhoodLow Recorded Crime

What do these badges mean?

Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).

AddressPaternoster Hill, Waltham Abbey EN9 3JY

Beds108

Weekly feefrom £1,591 · 2026

En-suite78%

Opened1992

All-inclusiveNo

MapGoogle Maps

About

Nestled in the picturesque heart of the Cotswolds, Paternoster House is a warm and inviting care home that offers expert residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care. This exceptional Orders Of St John care home is equipped with a range of amenities to make residents feel right at home. These include tastefully decorated bedrooms, comfortable communal lounges, welcoming kitchen and dining areas, and beautifully maintained gardens for residents to enjoy the outdoors.

The home is ideally located for a leisurely stroll to the local shops or a visit to the nearby church in Cirencester. The dedicated activity coordinator at Paternoster House ensures that residents always have a variety of engaging activities to participate in, such as light exercise classes. There's never a dull moment at Paternoster House, making it a vibrant and fulfilling place to live.

Care provided

Dementia

Nursing

Residential

Respite

Facilities

Activity Room

Cafe or Restaurant

Dining Area

Family Room

Gardens

Hair & Beauty Salon

Library & Reading Room

Lift

Private Dining Area

Quiet Area

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

Food hygiene rating

5of 5

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected May 2026

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.1 mi

Train station2.5 mi

GP surgery0.4 mi

Hospital12.4 mi

Local pub0.1 mi

Shops0.5 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

AllotmentsSparse
Play SpaceSparse
Golf CourseAdequate
Public ParkSparse
Tennis CourtSparse
Bowling GreenSparse
Playing FieldLimited

Local Amenities

Pubs & BarsAdequate
Restaurants & CafesAmple
Retail ShoppingAmple
SupermarketsAdequate
TakeawaysSparse

Area figures for Epping Forest.

Local crime statistics

42 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Shoplifting26%

violent crime26%

Anti-social behaviour14%

Other theft12%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.

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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 The Royal London Hospital, 12.4 miles away. The local GP practice is MAYNARD COURT SURGERY, 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E

The Royal London Hospital · 12.4 mi

Nearest GP · CQC Good

MAYNARD COURT SURGERY · 0.4 mi

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Paternoster House?

You can find it in Waltham Abbey, conveniently near to many local facilities.

How does the CQC evaluate Paternoster House?

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. Paternoster House has been assessed as **needing improvement**, a rating determined by the standard of care and safety provided by the home.

What kinds of senior care does Paternoster House provide?

Paternoster House offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.

What is the total bed capacity of Paternoster House?

At present, Paternoster House can accommodate 108 residents.

Who is the proprietor of Paternoster House?

Barchester Healthcare is the owner and operator of 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: Interaction with Children, Literature and Poetry Sessions, and Celebrations for Birthdays & Holidays.

How much does care at Paternoster House cost?

The cost of care at Paternoster House begins at £1,591 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific care needs of the elderly resident.

For a more accurate estimate, it is recommended to contact Paternoster House directly at 01992 927331 to discuss your individual requirements.

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Ashfields Care Home, Norwich — CQC requires_improvement

Information last reviewed September 2026.

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