Barchester Healthcare
Tyspane Care Home
Nursing home in North Devon, Devon
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.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
Do you run Tyspane Care Home? Manage this listing free.
About
Tyspane Care Home is a purpose-built 69-bed care home in Braunton, North Devon, operated by Barchester Healthcare. It provides nursing, residential and respite care for adults of all ages, including younger adults and older people. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home offers support for residents requiring nursing care, those seeking residential accommodation, and those needing short-term respite stays. Tyspane supports people seeking recovery and greater independence within a care setting.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected February 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 850 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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
1 recorded crimes in the local area (March 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Gallery
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,263 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Devon usually pays £1,110 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £153 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 Devon council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,054 |
| 2025 | — | £1,110 |
| 2026 | £1,263 | — |
What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
Tyspane Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is North Devon District Hospital, 4.7 miles away. The local GP practice is CAEN MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in North Devon
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Well North Devon
Age Well North Devon (formerly Age Concern Barnstaple & North Devon) supports older & vulnerable people to reduce loneliness & isolation, improve health & wellbeing & support…
Frequently asked questions
What is the geographical location of Tyspane?
How does the CQC evaluate Tyspane?
What kinds of senior care does Tyspane offer?
What is the bed capacity at Tyspane?
Who is the proprietor of Tyspane?
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
How much does care at Tyspane cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01271 443501.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
Tyspane Care Home is one of 242 homes run by Barchester Healthcare on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
More care homes near North Devon
Information last reviewed October 2026.
Reviews from families
No reviews yet. If someone close to you lives or lived at Tyspane Care Home, your experience helps other families.
Write a review
Make an enquiry
Free, independent help
Talk to an adviser
Not sure where to start with care home fees or funding? Ask Bart, our AI assistant, answers questions about funding, care types and what to look for straight away. For anything you’d rather talk through, leave your number and a person from AskBart calls you back within one working day.
We don’t sell your details or take commission from homes, so the advice is the same whichever home you choose.
Do you run Tyspane Care Home?
This profile is built from the public CQC register and independent data. Claim it — free — to add a description, fees, vacancies and photos. Spotted something wrong? Let us know and we’ll fix it.