The Orchards
Nursing home in Crewkerne, Somerset
Operated by Amica Care Trust
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- 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
Located in Crewkerne, Somerset, The Orchards is a purpose-built care home of 45 registered beds, providing nursing, residential, dementia and respite care, as well as a day care service for older people who benefit from a change of environment. The home supports older adults with a range of health needs, including physical disabilities, dementia and mental health needs. Its Care Quality Commission rating is Good, with its responsive care judged Outstanding, following a report published in 2022.
Residents have access to private gardens and a central setting, and the home runs an activities programme shaped by individual interests and life histories, with some residents choosing quieter time. Meals are prepared on site each day, catering for dietary needs and cultural preferences, and can be taken in the communal dining room or in residents' rooms.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 21 December 2022 · Last inspected 8 November 2022
Inspectors found a homely, welcoming care home where people are valued as individuals and supported to make their own choices and keep control of their daily lives. Staff know people well, provide person-centred care, and go beyond what is expected, including arranging special events. The report describes the staff team as friendly and feeling well supported, which contributes to a happy atmosphere.
- Leaders set a homely, welcoming tone, and people are supported to have maximum choice and control over their lives.
- People feel safe, and medicines are given safely by staff who have received specific training and had their competency assessed.
- Staff have excellent knowledge of the people they support, which enables personalised care that is reviewed as needs change.
- End-of-life care is described as kind, compassionate and dignified, and the home offers a wide range of activities and community and family-linked social events.
- The inspection was prompted by information raising concerns about how risk was managed at the home, but inspectors found no evidence that people were at risk of harm from this.
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.
Care provided
Specialist care
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected August 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 500 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 SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
71 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | 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 |
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Local health safety net
The Orchards is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Yeovil District Hospital, 8 miles away. The local GP practice is SYMPHONY SOUTH HEALTHCARE, 0.4 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Crewkerne
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
The Henhayes Centre
Providing activities to keep the elderly fit, healthy & interacting with others, including our Tuesday Events, Knitting & Computers for stimulation, companionship & entertainment. PhysioFit, Yogo,…
Crewkerne and District University of the Third Age
Advancement of education, and in particular the education of older people and those retired from full time work, by all means including associated activities conducive to learning and personal…
Community Transport South West Ltd
To meet un-served social needs in South Somerset, Mendip and Sedgemoor by providing high quality support to voluntary and community sector organisations and, where appropriate, through direct…
Geranium Trust
Geranium Trust offers friendship & support to less fortunate & disadvantaged members of society including the elderly, people with Special Educational Needs & those living with loneliness &…
Yeovil Day Centre and Community Meals Service
To provide social day care to the elderly and infirm within Yeovil through the provision of hot meals and social activities.
Part of Amica Care Trust
The Orchards is one of 3 homes run by Amica Care Trust 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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