Tweedmouth House
Care home in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland
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
Tweedmouth House is a 55-bed care home in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, providing nursing and residential care. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led (report published 2022). Care is tailored to individual needs, including short-term, respite, day care and long-term provision.
The home encourages residents to maintain their independence and identity, with an open visiting policy for family and friends. Staff assessments are carried out on an individual basis to ensure care matches each person's needs. Tweedmouth House occupies a Grade II listed building on the South Bank of the River Tweed, near Berwick-upon-Tweed.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 15 December 2022 · Last inspected 28 November 2022
Inspectors carried out a focused follow-up visit to Tweedmouth House, a care home for up to 55 people, some living with dementia, across two units, with 48 people in residence at the time. Inspectors found that risks were assessed and reviewed as needs changed, medicines were handled safely, staffing and training were adequate, and the policies and systems supported people's choice and least-restrictive care. Staff and relatives described the management team as effective and a positive culture was noted.
- People were protected from abuse and risks to them were assessed and regularly reviewed.
- Staffing levels were sufficient, staff were trained and recruited safely, and they worked well with visiting professionals.
- The building was well maintained, with some new fire safety precautions in place.
- Lessons from the last inspection were acted on through an action plan, and the service was no longer in breach of previous regulations.
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
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 500 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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
89 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Northumberland council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £832 |
| 2025 | £882 |
What Northumberland council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Tweedmouth House is backed by a local NHS health network. The local GP practice is UNION BRAE & NORHAM PRAC, 0 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Berwick-upon-Tweed
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Berwick & District Friends of Dementia
Berwick & District Friends of Dementia supports persons in the district of Berwick-upon-Tweed who are diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia, and their families and carers. It does this by means…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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