Sanctuary Care
The Winsor Care Home
Nursing home in Minehead, Somerset
Operated by Sanctuary Care
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.
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
The Winsor Nursing Home is a 40-bed nursing home in Minehead, Somerset, operated by Sanctuary Care Limited. It provides residential, nursing, dementia, respite and palliative care. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with all five key questions — Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led — graded Good in the 2023 inspection report.
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What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Ambulance station about 800 m away
- Fire station about 950 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
75 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
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Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,282 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Somerset usually pays £805 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £477 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 Somerset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £912 |
| 2025 | — | £805 |
| 2026 | £1,282 | — |
What Somerset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
The Winsor Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Musgrove Park Hospital, 20.3 miles away. The local GP practice is MINEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.3 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Minehead
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Minehead Dementia Action
Aims:To support people living with dementia and those who care for them across our local community of Minehead. To provide friendly social activities, events, information and opportunities to…
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How much does care at The Winsor cost?
For a precise estimate, it's recommended to contact The Winsor directly at 01643 800307 to discuss your individual requirements.
Part of Sanctuary Care
The Winsor Care Home is one of 132 homes run by Sanctuary Care 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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