Independent Care Home

Swimbridge House Care Home

CQC good44 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityLow Recorded Crime
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement CommunityAn above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Low Recorded CrimeRanks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
AddressWelcombe Lane, Swimbridge, Barnstaple EX32 0QT, UK
Beds44
Weekly feefrom £990 · 2026
En-suite100%
All-inclusiveYes

About

Swimbridge House is a 44-bed nursing home in a rural setting just outside Swimbridge village in North Devon, around five miles from Barnstaple. Spacious residential rooms — en-suite or private — enjoy lovely views of the surrounding countryside and gardens.

Residents have outdoor garden spaces, dining facilities and a wide range of activities, from outings to local attractions and arts and crafts to baking, entertainment and spa treatments, supported by on-site activity coordinators. The home offers a very homely atmosphere with plenty of personal attention, built around a true sense of home, belonging and family, and holds a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Terrace Area
Wifi

Activities

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

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected November 2025

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.1 mi
Train station5.2 mi
GP surgery3.3 mi
Hospital31 mi
Local pub0.4 mi
Shops1.1 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsLimited
  • Play SpaceLimited
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkLimited
  • Tennis CourtLimited
  • Bowling GreenLimited
  • Playing FieldLimited

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsLimited
  • Restaurants & CafesLimited
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsLimited
  • TakeawaysLimited

Area figures for North Devon.

Local crime statistics

1 recorded crimes in the local area (March 2026)

Top categories:

Criminal damage & arson100%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Care fee trajectory

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Local health safety net

Swimbridge House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, 31 miles away. The local GP practice is LITCHDON MEDICAL CENTRE, 3.3 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital · 31 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Outstanding
LITCHDON MEDICAL CENTRE · 3.3 mi

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

Frequently asked questions

Where is Swimbridge House located?
It is situated in Barnstaple and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Swimbridge House?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Swimbridge House is rated as **good**, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Swimbridge House?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite, dementia, residential.
How many beds does Swimbridge House have?
Currently, there are 44 beds at the home.
Who owns Swimbridge House?
This care home is owned and operated by Independent Care Home.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Swimbridge House, including: Gardening & Flower Arranging, Wellbeing Classes, Baking & Cooking.
What is the cost of care at Swimbridge House?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Swimbridge House the cost of care starts from £990 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01271 444004 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed September 2026.

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