Sanctuary Care
Sherwood Forest Care Home
Nursing home in Derbyshire, Derby
Operated by Sanctuary Care
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
The care team at Sherwood Forest, fluent in multiple languages, celebrates the richness of cultural diversity, marking occasions like Diwali, Eid, Easter, Christmas, and Chinese New Year with joyous festivities. The home's chef expertly crafts both traditional English and Asian cuisines, fostering a warm sense of community as families gather for celebratory meals.
The care home is beautifully adorned with landscaped gardens and themed lounges, providing a serene environment for residents. It also features a tranquil Namaste room and a dedicated suite specifically designed for dementia support. Sherwood Forest Care Home is a welcoming sanctuary that embraces and celebrates cultural diversity, making it a truly unique place for your loved ones.
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Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected October 2025
What's nearby
- Near a main road
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
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenPlentiful
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysPlentiful
Local crime statistics
272 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 | from £890 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Derby usually pays £809 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £81 a week.
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 Derby council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £773 |
| 2025 | — | £809 |
| 2026 | £890 | — |
What Derby council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Sherwood Forest Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Derby Hospital, 1.6 miles away. The local GP practice is LISTER HOUSE SURGERY, 0.1 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Derbyshire
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern Eastwood
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Old Park Ward Old Age Pensioners Fund
To provide a facility seven days a week for the elderly in the Old Park Ward. Through organizing events and hiring of the centres facilities to outside sources we are able to make a donation to…
Age UK Derby & Derbyshire
Provides services.Provides daycare, befriending, advocacy, advice, information services for older people in Derby and Derbyshire.
Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
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Stepping Stones (Amber Valley)
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Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind
My Sight Nottinghamshire (working name for Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind) is dedicated to improving the lives of visually impaired people in Nottinghamshire. Services including;…
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For a more accurate estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01332 417774 to discuss your individual requirements.
Part of Sanctuary Care
Sherwood Forest Care Home is one of 132 homes run by Sanctuary Care on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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