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The Links Care Home

Nursing home in Dorset, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Operated by Bupa

CQC Outstanding68 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityPeaceful Neighbourhood
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.
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Address1 Golf Links Rd, Broadstone, BH18 8BE
Beds68
Weekly feefrom £1,400 · 2026
En-suite97%
Opened2012
All-inclusiveNo
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About

Tucked away in the picturesque landscape of Dorset, The Links is a care home that specialises in providing top-notch residential, respite, nursing, dementia, Parkinson's, Huntington's, and Palliative care for the elderly. This inviting Bupa home is equipped with a variety of amenities designed to make residents feel comfortable and at ease. These include bedrooms with en-suite showers, multiple cosy lounges, guest suites for family visits, private dining areas, a bright and airy sunroom, beautifully maintained gardens, and a summer house for residents to unwind during the balmy summer months. At The Links, the activity schedule is brimming with diverse and engaging activities, ensuring that every day brings something new and exciting. From arts and crafts to outings to the stunning local coastline, there's always something to look forward to.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

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

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children
Wellbeing Classes

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected February 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery300 m
A&E: Poole Hospital3.1 miles
Bus stop650 m
Train station4.0 miles
Shops500 m
Pub or bar150 m
  • 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. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceSparse
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkSparse
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldAmple

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysSparse

Local crime statistics

2 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Burglary50%
Violent crime50%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,400
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole usually pays £1,220 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £180 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,173
2025—£1,220
2026£1,400—

What Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

The Links Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Poole Hospital, 3.1 miles away. The local GP practice is THE HADLEIGH PRACTICE, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Poole Hospital · 3.1 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
THE HADLEIGH PRACTICE · 0.2 mi

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

Community & connection in Dorset

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

Charity

The Dorset Carers Hub

We support unpaid carers and their families throughOne-to-one supportAdvocacyForm completion assistanceTraining coursesCarers CardDrop-in serviceFree arts and crafts activitiesFree hot drinks and…

4.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1200462)
Charity

Age UK Dorchester Ltd

The core purpose of Age UK Dorchester is to support older people to live in their own homes for as long as they want and ensure that the voices of older people in North, South and West Dorset are…

5.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1142519)

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find The Links?
You can locate it in Broadstone, near to many popular facilities.
How does The Links fare in the CQC evaluation?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. The Links has been given an outstanding rating, reflecting the high standards of care and safety provided at the home.
What kinds of senior care does The Links provide?
This home offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity at The Links?
At present, The Links can accommodate 68 residents.
Who is the proprietor of The Links?
Bupa is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
The Links offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Wellness Sessions, Musical Entertainment, and Horticulture & Floral Design.
How much does care at The Links cost?
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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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