Bupa

Shockerwick House Care Home

Nursing home in Bath, Bath and North East Somerset

Operated by Bupa

CQC Good33 bedsNursingResidential
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityCultural HubGreen SurroundingsWell Served
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.
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • 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).
AddressShockerwick House, Bathford, Bath, BA1 7LL
Beds33
Weekly feefrom £1,340 · 2026
En-suite34%
Opened1700
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Shockerwick House is a Bupa care home near Bath, set in a stunning 18th-century house surrounded by twelve acres of gardens, woodland and orchards. It offers residential and nursing care, along with respite and day care, and supports people living with Parkinson's and Huntington's within a cosy community.

Spacious bedrooms retain their period features and two rooms are ideal for couples, while residents dine in spectacular surroundings and enjoy the extensive grounds. Soothing pet therapy and visiting specialist nurses add to the personalised care on offer.

Care provided

Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Wellbeing Classes

What's nearby

GP surgery1.4 miles
A&E: Royal United Hospitals, Bath5.0 miles
Bus stop500 m
Train station5.4 miles
Shops2.2 miles
Pub or bar2.0 miles
  • Set back from main road noise

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceLimited
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkLimited
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldSparse

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesLimited
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsLimited
  • TakeawaysLimited

Local crime statistics

550 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime25%
Anti-social behaviour19%
Shoplifting17%
Public order9%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,340
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Bath and North East Somerset usually pays £1,118 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £222 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 Bath and North East Somerset council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Bath and North East Somerset pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,078
2025—£1,118
2026£1,340—

What Bath and North East Somerset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Shockerwick House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal United Hospitals, Bath, 5 miles away. The local GP practice is BOX SURGERY, 1.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal United Hospitals, Bath · 5 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
BOX SURGERY · 1.4 mi

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

Community & connection in Bath

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

Charity

Age UK Bath and North East Somerset Limited

(a) Information & Advice: drop-ins/appointments/outreach/home visiting (b) Day Centres & activities: art group/lunch clubs/trips/school link-up/reminiscence work/minibus transport(c) Home…

0.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1110455)
Charity

Spa (Peggy Dodd) Bath

The provision of Day respite care for carers of those suffering from Alzheimers, dementia, memory loss and for the sufferers themselves.

1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1058294)
Charity

Keynsham and Saltford Dementia Action Alliance

Our strategic objective is to make the Keynsham and Saltford community more aware and supportive of people living with dementia and their families, friends and carers. Do do this we run Music for…

4.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1181589)
Charity

Colerne Luncheon Club

Provision of lunch Club facility for elderly people

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1033073)
Charity

Keynsham & District Dial-a-ride

Provides a community transport service for local residents who are elderly, sick or disabled or who are in poverty and who do not have access to adequate & safe public transport services.Operates…

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1099197)
Charity

Maple Grove Community Day Centre

Community Day Centre for the Elderly

7.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1037036)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Shockerwick House located?
It is situated in Bath and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Shockerwick House?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Shockerwick House is rated as good, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Shockerwick House?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite, residential.
How many beds does Shockerwick House have?
Currently, there are 33 beds at the home.
Who owns Shockerwick House?
This care home is owned and operated by Bupa.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Shockerwick House, including: Book and Poetry, Hair & Beauty Treatments, Gardening & Flower Arranging.
What is the cost of care at Shockerwick House?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Shockerwick House the cost of care starts from £1,340 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01225 697248 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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