Independent Care Home

Valerian Court Care Home

Nursing home in South Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire

Operated by Independent Care Home

CQC Not yet inspected70 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressValerian Court Care Home The, Broadway, Didcot OX11 8ET, UK
Beds70
Weekly feefrom £1,300 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2023
All-inclusiveYes

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About

Valerian Court Care Home is an independent care home in South Oxfordshire providing residential, nursing, respite and dementia care. It is registered for 70 beds.

The home has not yet been inspected by the Care Quality Commission.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Cinema
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed
Quiet Area
Terrace Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected June 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery0.7 miles
A&E: John Radcliffe Hospital10.9 miles
Bus stop800 m
Train station0.7 miles
Shops100 m
Pub or bar800 m
  • Near a main road
  • Near a railway line

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

  • AllotmentsAmple
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldAmple

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingAmple
  • SupermarketsAmple
  • TakeawaysAmple

Local crime statistics

1 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime100%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,300
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Oxfordshire usually pays £1,184 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £116 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 Oxfordshire council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Oxfordshire pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,138
2025—£1,184
2026£1,300—

What Oxfordshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Valerian Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is John Radcliffe Hospital, 10.9 miles away. The local GP practice is OAK TREE HEALTH CENTRE, 0.7 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
John Radcliffe Hospital · 10.9 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
OAK TREE HEALTH CENTRE · 0.7 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in South Oxfordshire

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Millstream Day Centre

We provide interaction, meals and an exercise class for customers in and around Benson, Ewelme, Berrick Salome, Roke and Preston Crowmarsh. Activities are usually located in the Millstream Day…

1.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1163000)
Charity

Age Concern Chalgrove Area

We provide Day Centre facilities for Chalgrove and surrounding villages for the frail and elderly

2.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1073799)
Charity

Berinsfield Voluntary Day Centre

Providing a day centre for elderly people to meet, feel safe & socialize, in a warm & friendly environment, especially those who live alone or are in remote locations. Hot dinners, morning coffee…

4.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1039922)
Charity

Daybreak Oxford

The Charity, Daybreak Oxford, provides Day Clubs where adult members who are living with a dementia can enjoy a safe, caring and stimulating environment with activities suited to their needs. The…

7.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1113182)
Charity

Age UK Oxfordshire

Age UK Oxfordshire provides a range of services, activities and opportunities for older people in response to locally identified needs. These activities include Day Care, Flexible Care, Mental…

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1091529)
Charity

Action for Carers (Oxfordshire) Ltd

The provision of information, support and training services for adult carers. working with those carers, giving them an effective voice in the county of oxfordshire.

7.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1149577)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Valerian Court?
Valerian Court can be found in Didcot, conveniently near to many popular facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Valerian Court?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Currently, Valerian Court has a rating of not yet inspected, which reflects the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Valerian Court provide?
Valerian Court offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity of Valerian Court?
At present, the home can accommodate 70 individuals.
Who is the proprietor of Valerian Court?
Valerian Court is under the ownership and management of Independent Care Home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Valerian Court offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Physical Exercise & Fitness, Culinary Activities like Baking & Cooking, and Creative Arts like Dance & Music.
How much does care at Valerian Court cost?
The cost of care at different homes can fluctuate based on the specific elderly care needs. At Valerian Court, care costs begin at £1,300 weekly.

For a comprehensive understanding of the total care cost tailored to your specific requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 02381 440128.

Information last reviewed October 2026.

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