Barchester Healthcare
The Manor
Care home in Taunton, Somerset
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
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
The Manor is an 80-bed care home in Taunton, Somerset, operated by Barchester Healthcare. The home is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with the most recent inspection report published in 2022. The CQC assessment found the home to be Good for effectiveness, caring, responsiveness and leadership, though the Safe key question was rated as Requiring Improvement.
The Manor provides care and support tailored to individual residents' needs, preferences and life histories. Staff aim to support residents in activities that bring meaning and enjoyment, whether through hobbies, group activities or new experiences, and to maintain connections with the local community.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 21 December 2022 · Last inspected 1 November 2022
Inspectors rated The Manor good at its December 2022 inspection, up from requires improvement, and found that earlier breaches had been resolved. Residents said they felt safe and praised the staff, and the report describes well-run medicines handling, infection control, individualised care plans and an activities programme. Feedback on staffing levels was mixed, especially on the Hestercombe unit, where one extra care worker was added during the inspection.
- Residents praised the caring attitude of staff and said they felt safe, and risks were assessed and managed
- A physiotherapist assistant employed by the service was highly regarded by several residents
- Care plans were individualised, and staff were trained and had their competence checked
- The registered manager was well received by residents and professionals, who said the service had improved under their leadership
- Mixed views on staffing levels, particularly on the Hestercombe unit, so inspectors recommended the provider keep monitoring how staff are deployed across the service
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
What's nearby
- 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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpacePlentiful
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
62 recorded crimes in the local area (April 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 Somerset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £912 |
| 2025 | £805 |
What Somerset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
The Manor is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Musgrove Park Hospital, 0.7 miles away. The local GP practice is FRENCH WEIR HEALTH CENTRE, 0.9 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Taunton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Somerset
The objects of the charity promote the well-being of older people within the area of the administrative county of Somerset and the unitary authority area of North Somerset.The charity has the…
The Wellington Stroke Club
Provide services to members with post strokes. Social activities, meetings. outings,physiotherapy, speach therapy, advice and companionship.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
The Manor 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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