Barchester Healthcare
Tennyson Wharf Care Home
Residential care home in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
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About
Tennyson Wharf Care Home is a 60-bed residential care home operated by Barchester Healthcare, located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire. The home provides residential care, dementia care, and respite care for older adults. It is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across Safe, Effective, Caring and Responsive, though Well-led was rated Requires Improvement.
The home is run by Barchester Healthcare, a care provider operating facilities across the UK.
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Facilities
Activities
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
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,373 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Lincolnshire usually pays £783 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £590 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 Lincolnshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £744 |
| 2025 | — | £783 |
| 2026 | £1,373 | — |
What Lincolnshire 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
Tennyson Wharf Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Lincoln County Hospital, 3.5 miles away. The local GP practice is CLIFF HOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE, 2.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Lincoln
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Lincolnshire
Age UK Lincoln & South Lincolnshire has 5 key functions - to undertake research into the needs of older people and to develop innovative services; raise awareness of older peoples' issues and…
Buddies Dementia Cafe
Buddies Dementia Cafe is for people living with dementia and their carers. We meet every first and third Thursday of the month between 10.00am and 12.00noon where we provide entertainment,…
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Tennyson Wharf cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 02381 440157.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
Tennyson Wharf Care Home is one of 240 homes run by Barchester Healthcare 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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