Shire House Care Home
Care home in Lyme Regis, Dorset
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
Shire House Care Home is a 22-bed care home located in Lyme Regis, Dorset. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with all five key questions — Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led — rated as Good in the 2025 inspection report.
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured).
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
20 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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 Dorset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,126 |
| 2025 | £1,156 |
What Dorset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
Shire House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Yeovil District Hospital, 20.5 miles away. The local GP practice is LYME BAY MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.4 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Lyme Regis
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Seaton University of the Third Age (U3a)
A self-help organisation for older people and those who are retired from full time work, which draws upon the knowledge, experience and skills of our members to organise and provide interest…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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