Best Care Homes in Cambridgeshire (2026)
139 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conifer Lodge | Outstanding | Nursing | 13 |
| Guyatt House | Outstanding | Residential | 9 |
| Queens Court | Outstanding | Residential | 55 |
| Brookfield Residential Home | Outstanding | Residential | 14 |
| Fitzwilliam House Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 40 |
| Sunflowers Care Ltd | Outstanding | Nursing | 4 |
| Mill Lane | Outstanding | Residential | 5 |
| Bramley Court | Outstanding | Nursing | 72 |
| Aurora Orchard Manor Transition Service | Outstanding | Residential | 31 |
| Ferrars Hall Care Home | Good | Residential | 66 |
| Florence House Residential Home | Good | Residential | 20 |
| Springfield Residential Home | Good | Residential | 29 |
| Eltisley Manor | Good | Nursing | 39 |
| Paxton Hall Care Home | Good | Residential | 35 |
| Askham House | Good | Nursing | 30 |
| THE CHESTNUTS RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME | Good | Residential | 39 |
| Heathlands House | Good | Nursing | 64 |
| Holly Cottage LLP | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Field Lodge | Good | Nursing | 72 |
| Woodlands Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 109 |
| Gracefield Nursing Home and Residential Care Home | Good | Nursing | 17 |
| Royal Mencap Society - 32 Kings Lane | Good | Residential | 8 |
| The Manor - Care Home Physical Disabilities | Good | Residential | 22 |
| Cambridge Manor Care Home | Good | Nursing | 89 |
| The Hillings | Good | Residential | 72 |
| Keneydon House | Good | Residential | 21 |
| Hill House | Good | Residential | 37 |
| Pauline Burnet House | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Elm House | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Eynesbury House | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Oakley House | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Home Close | Good | Nursing | 72 |
| Home Meadow | Good | Residential | 49 |
| Midfield Lodge | Good | Nursing | 61 |
| The Brambles | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Glennfield Care Home | Good | Nursing | 88 |
| Aliwal Manor Care Home | Good | Residential | 32 |
| La Marsh | Good | Residential | 9 |
| Oaktrees | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Wheatsheaf House | Good | Residential | 6 |
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Choosing a Care Home in Cambridgeshire
With 139 care homes in Cambridgeshire, families have 115 well-rated options to choose from. 10 homes currently require improvement — always check the latest CQC inspection report before visiting. The area has 49 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 90 residential homes.
We recommend shortlisting 3–5 homes, visiting each in person, and using our choosing guide to compare them systematically. Pay attention to staffing levels, the atmosphere on the day, and how staff interact with residents. Understanding how care home fees are funded — including local authority support and NHS Continuing Healthcare — is also essential before making a decision.
Cambridgeshire care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, physical disability care, nursing care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Cambridgeshire?
Cambridgeshire has 139 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 5,518 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Cambridgeshire?
Cambridgeshire has 9 Outstanding-rated care homes and 106 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding is the highest possible CQC grade and means inspectors found exceptional, person-centred care.
What types of care are available in Cambridgeshire?
Cambridgeshire has 49 nursing care homes and 90 residential homes, including 87 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, physical disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Cambridgeshire?
Start with the CQC rating — Outstanding and Good-rated homes have passed independent inspections. Then visit in person: speak with staff and current residents' families, ask about staffing levels, activities, and how they handle changing health needs. Our choosing guide walks you through each step.
How are care home fees funded in Cambridgeshire?
Cambridgeshire Council will carry out a care needs and financial assessment for those seeking local authority funding. Anyone with assets above £23,250 typically funds their own care. NHS Continuing Healthcare is available for complex medical needs. See our funding guide for full details.