Sanctuary Care

Queens Care Home

Nursing home in Prestwick, South Ayrshire

Operated by Sanctuary Care

Care Inspectorate: Good43 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressQueens Nursing Home, 34 Ardayre Rd, Prestwick KA9 1QL, UK
Beds43
Registered managerE-Louise Williams
Weekly feefrom £1,360 · 2026
En-suite74%
Opened2007
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Nestled along the scenic promenade of Prestwick, Queens Care Home offers an awe-inspiring location with panoramic coastal views of the Isle of Arran. A dedicated team of professionals provides a spectrum of care services, encompassing residential, dementia, palliative, nursing, and respite care, ensuring the diverse needs of all residents are met with compassion and expertise.

The care home is a haven of comfort, featuring bedrooms with mesmerising sea views, a spacious garden decked with paving stones, and the inviting Arran Lounge, perfect for soaking in the beauty of the surroundings. Residents are encouraged to engage in a variety of activities, from exhilarating rickshaw rides and soothing pet therapy to indulgent pampering sessions, fostering a vibrant and active community.

At Queens Care Home, the bond between residents, their families, and friends is cherished. Online groups facilitate constant communication, ensuring loved ones remain an integral part of the community, no matter the distance. This is not just a care home, it's a home away from home, where every resident is treated with the utmost respect and care.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

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

What's nearby

GP surgery500 m
A&E: Ayr & Ailsa Hospitals4.6 miles
Bus stop650 m
Train station800 m
Shops950 m
Pub or bar400 m
  • Set back from main road noise

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

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseAmple
  • Public ParkSparse
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAdequate
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysSparse

Local crime statistics

638 recorded crimes in the Prestwick ward (the 12 months to December 2025)

Top categories:

Theft & dishonesty40%
Violence (non-sexual)19%
Antisocial offences15%
Damage & reckless behaviour11%

Source: Police Scotland management information (provisional, not official statistics), by council ward

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,360
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

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Local health safety net

Queens Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The local GP practice is Station Road Medical Practice, 0.3 miles away.

Nearest hospital
Name coming soon
Nearest GP
Station Road Medical Practice · 0.3 mi

Nearest services from Public Health Scotland + postcodes.io, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Prestwick

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

Charity

Age Concern Prestwick

We provide a cafe and let out our hall to provide for the local elderly community to enjoy the facilities which we run,

0.3 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC002691)
Charity

South Ayrshire Community Transport

The charity's aims are to connect people and places, to enhance social inclusion through the provision of community transport and active travel provision.

2.0 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC046212)
Charity

Age Concern Ayr SCIO

We provide a subsidised grass cutting scheme for the eldlery who are not able to do this on their won because of age or infirmity. We run a charity shop. We run an information and advice centre to…

2.1 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC051523)
Charity

Opportunities In Retirement Ayr

We organise and support group activities for the over 50s from art to walking, with indoor and outdoor activities lead by volunteer group leaders. The charity provides oversight of the groups.

2.1 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC005639)
Charity

S.I.S.G. Enterprises Ltd

To provide free practical and social help for older people with hearing and sight loss. To provide support for hearing aid users and those with sight loss, their family and carers. To provide…

2.7 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC029706)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Queens?
Queens is based in Prestwick and is conveniently near to many popular facilities.
What kinds of senior care can one avail at Queens?
This home offers various kinds of senior care such as nursing, respite, dementia, and residential.
What is the bed capacity at Queens?
At present, Queens can accommodate 43 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Queens?
Sanctuary Care is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Queens offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Physical Exercise & Fitness, Creative Arts & Crafts, and Celebrations for Birthdays & Holidays.
How much does care at Queens cost?
The cost of care at Queens can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care at Queens is £1,360 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01292 433107.
What is the cost of care at Signature at Farnham Common?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Signature at Farnham Common the cost of care starts from £1,635 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01753 303770 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Part of Sanctuary Care

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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