Somerset Care
Rowden House
Care home in Frome, Somerset
Operated by Somerset Care
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.
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About
Rowden House is a 39-bed residential care home in Frome, operated by Somerset Care. The home provides residential care, specialist dementia care, and nursing care for older adults seeking support to live as independently as possible.
The Care Quality Commission rated Rowden House Good overall in 2020, with key strengths in being responsive to residents' needs (rated Outstanding) and in safety, effectiveness, care quality and leadership (all rated Good).
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 4 March 2020 · Last inspected 15 January 2020
Inspectors found that care at this home was tailored to each person's needs and preferences, and that people were encouraged to stay independent. Staff were described as kind and respectful of privacy and dignity, and the home aimed to feel more like a large family. The registered manager was described as open and approachable, and staff said they felt valued.
- Care and support are personalised to each person's needs and wishes, with an emphasis on independence.
- A residents' group plans and organises activities with staff, and a mural created with the involvement of everyone living in the home prompts shared memories.
- Staff are kind and caring, and people said they feel respected and valued.
- The registered manager is approachable, and the home's systems help it keep staff, so they can build lasting relationships with people.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected June 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 850 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
180 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Somerset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £912 |
| 2025 | £805 |
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Local health safety net
Rowden House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal United Hospitals, Bath, 11.2 miles away. The local GP practice is FROME MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.9 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Frome
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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