Windmill House
Residential care home in Tockington, South Gloucestershire
Operated by Windmill Care
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- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Windmill House is a country house in Tockington, South Gloucestershire, providing residential care for older people. The home has 55 registered beds. Its original house has been adapted and extended over time, and it retains much of the character of a private home, with care staff who are known for their warmth. Residents have several lounges and shared rooms to use, and many spend time with others, taking part in activities such as crosswords in the sunny conservatory, armchair exercise classes, and reading in the lounge.
The home stands in around two acres of gardens, which include a scent garden, a rose maze, a lily pond and an orchard where local beekeepers keep hives. Most ground-floor rooms open directly onto the garden. The Care Quality Commission rated Windmill House Good overall, with Good ratings for safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led care.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 18 December 2019 · Last inspected 12 November 2019
Inspectors found that this home for older people provides a safe, effective and person-centred service, with staff who have the training and skills they need. People and their relatives were involved in planning their care, and care was shaped around each person's wishes. Visiting relatives were made welcome, and activities were planned around people's interests.
- Risk assessments helped people receive care with minimal risk to themselves or others.
- Staff followed clear procedures for recognising and responding to abuse, and had been trained in them.
- Health and social care professionals praised the care, timely referrals and the way staff followed their advice.
- People, relatives and staff spoke positively about the management and staff team, and systems were in place to monitor and improve the service.
- Inspectors have recommended that the registered manager improve how staff support people with pain management.
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.
Care provided
Specialist care
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Good
Food Standards Agency · inspected January 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
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
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
4 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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 South Gloucestershire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,253 |
| 2025 | £1,326 |
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Local health safety net
Windmill House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Southmead Hospital, 6.3 miles away. The local GP practice is ALMONDSBURY SURGERY, 2.1 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Tockington
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK South Gloucestershire Ltd
Information and Advice (including specialist benefits advice and advice for people affected by dementia), Befriending, Day Care Services and a variety of volunteering opportunities.
Patchway Community Association
Patchway Community Centre provides a safe and welcoming place for the local and surrounding communities to meet, we have over 25 regular groups consisting of Martial Arts, Luncheon clubs for the…
Four Towns and Vale Link Community Transport
Provision of community transport services for those who cannot access normal buses or are unable to access educational establishments due to rural isolation. Accessible vehicles providing…
The Palmer Centre
The Palmer Centre provides a Dementia Friendly Cafe service that is open to all from 8.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, every week, well-being and other recreational activities for older…
The Carers Centre (Bristol and South Gloucestershire)
To support adult and young carers residing in Bristol and South Gloucestershire who are, or werecarrying out a caring role for persons who are disabled, elderly or ill, by the provision of…
Rock Community Project
A Community centre based around social activities with specific reference to the elderly and disabled of all ages including lunch club, indoor bowls, tea dance, gentle exercise etc
Part of Windmill Care
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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