The Hermitage
Care home in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire
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About
The Hermitage is a residential care home in the centre of Whittlesey, on the outskirts of Peterborough, at 6–12 St Marys Street. Owned by The Hermitage Whittlesey LLP, it has been a family business since 1982 and has 24 registered beds. It supports people who can no longer live independently in their own homes, with care, wellbeing and social activities as its main priorities. Each resident has a personal care plan drawn up with them, involving care staff and relatives, and residents take part in shared decisions about their care. Residents can spend time in the patio and garden, and a range of activities is offered throughout the day.
The Care Quality Commission rates The Hermitage Good overall, with Good ratings for being safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led (report published 2025).
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Ambulance station about 600 m away
- Fire station about 450 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
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
106 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
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Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £871 |
| 2025 | £918 |
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Local health safety net
The Hermitage is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Peterborough City Hospital, 6.6 miles away. The local GP practice is NEW QUEEN STREET SURGERY, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Whittlesey
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Papworth and District Day Centre
A social event and a meal for elderly, isolated clients; in addition a day off for their carer.
The Over Day Centre Association
We provide day care for frail and elderly from the villages around Over. Food and refreshments are prepared on our premises for our clients whilst they are with us. Bathing and care are provided…
The Over Day Centre Association
We provide day care for frail and elderly from the villages around Over. Food and refreshments are prepared on our premises for our clients whilst they are with us. Bathing and care are provided…
The Brampton Memorial Day Centre
Provides company, food and mental and physical stimulation for the clients, who are handicapped and elderly people and their carers in or near the village of Brampton
St Neots and District Voluntary Welfare Association
A Day Centre & attendant services for the elderly of St Neots & District under Cambridgeshire Social Services; a Luncheon Club for retired persons falling outside Social Services parameters;…
St Neots and District Voluntary Welfare Association
Operation of a Day Centre and provision of a Lunch Club for older adults from St Neots and the surrounding district.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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