Care homes in Bristol
Compare CQC-registered residential and nursing homes across Bristol and the surrounding South West. Free to search, with inspection ratings and contact details on every listing.
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Residential care homes in Bristol
Residential homes in and around Bristol provide a permanent or short-stay place to live with personal care, meals, housekeeping and activities, with staff on hand day and night across the South West England area.
Nursing homes in Bristol
Nursing homes offer everything a residential home does, plus registered nurses on site for people with medical or complex health needs. Some homes in Bristol also run dedicated dementia units or offer end-of-life care.
Respite and short stays
Many homes accept short-term stays after a hospital discharge or to give a family carer a break. Availability changes week to week, so contact several homes near Bristol rather than waiting on one.
What to check before you choose
- Whether the home has a vacancy near Bristol for the date you need
- Their most recent CQC rating and inspection report
- Whether nursing care is registered on site, if that is needed
- The weekly fee, what it includes, and how and when fees rise
- Staffing levels, activities, visiting arrangements and food
Common questions
How much does a care home cost in Bristol?
Residential care homes in England typically cost between about £900 and £1,400 a week, and nursing homes usually cost more because registered nurses are on site. Fees vary by room, location and needs, so ask each home for a written fee schedule.
What is the difference between a residential and nursing home in Bristol?
A residential home provides accommodation with personal care and support around the clock. A nursing home does the same but also has registered nurses on site for people with medical needs such as complex wound care, PEG feeding or advanced conditions.
How do I choose a care home in Bristol?
Shortlist homes near Bristol that have space and suit the level of care needed, check their latest CQC inspection report, then visit in person — ideally at mealtime — and ask about staffing, activities, visiting and fee increases.