Minster Care Group

The Lakes Care Home

CQC good47 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodLow Recorded Crime
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  • Low Recorded CrimeRanks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
AddressDuncote, Towcester, Northants NN12 8AQ, UK
Beds47
Weekly feefrom £950 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2016

About

The Lakes Care Centre is a care home in Dukinfield, Tameside, set in an idyllic mix of beautifully landscaped gardens and leafy woodland, providing residential and nursing care for older people across 77 private rooms. It is arranged into three suites — the Derwent, Kendal and Coniston suites — with the Coniston Suite offering specialist dementia care.

Under new ownership since 2023, the home has invested in refurbished communal dining areas, enhanced grounds, new Wi-Fi and improved security. A programme of activities including baking, games, intergenerational events with local schools and regular resident meetings supports a warm, community-focused atmosphere where residents feel at home.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

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

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected April 2025

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.1 mi
Train station10.6 mi
GP surgery2 mi
Hospital28.3 mi
Local pub0.1 mi
Shops1.3 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceSparse
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkLimited
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenLimited
  • Playing FieldSparse

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsLimited
  • Restaurants & CafesLimited
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysLimited

Local crime statistics

2 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Anti-social behaviour100%

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

The Lakes Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is John Radcliffe Hospital, 28.3 miles away. The local GP practice is THE BROOK HEALTH CENTRE, 2 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
John Radcliffe Hospital · 28.3 mi
Nearest GP
THE BROOK HEALTH CENTRE · 2 mi

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

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Lakes located?
It is situated in Northants and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of The Lakes?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. The Lakes is rated as **requires improvement**, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at The Lakes?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: respite, dementia, residential.
How many beds does The Lakes have?
Currently, there are 47 beds at the home.
Who owns The Lakes?
This care home is owned and operated by Minster Care Group.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at The Lakes, including: Wellbeing Classes, Exercise & Fitness, Birthday & Holiday Celebrations.
What is the cost of care at The Lakes?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At The Lakes the cost of care starts from £950 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01327 228478 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed September 2026.

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