Barchester Healthcare
Thistle Hill Care Home
Nursing home in Harrogate, North Yorkshire
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.
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Thistle Hill Care Home is operated by Barchester Healthcare and provides nursing care, dementia nursing care and respite services to 85 registered residents in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home delivers 24-hour nursing support and care tailored to individual needs, with particular specialisation in dementia care and complex health requirements.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected May 2025
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
255 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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 North Yorkshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,055 |
| 2025 | — | £1,086 |
| 2026 | £1,557 | — |
What North Yorkshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Thistle Hill Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Harrogate District Hospital, 2.1 miles away. The local GP practice is EASTGATE MEDICAL GROUP, 1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Harrogate
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Wetherby & District U3a
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Thistle Hill cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 02381 440149.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
Thistle Hill Care Home 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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