When you find the right care home, you know. The worry lifts and what felt impossible becomes clear. This is life at Berkley.
Our award-winning homes have been listed multiple times as a top 20 care home by carehome.co.uk, as well as being winners and finalists in the Care Awards 2020. Why? We focus on what makes life worth living. Morning tea on the terrace. Laughter over cocktails. Residents tending gardens they planted themselves. This is what outstanding care looks like.
Kevin, son of resident
Families tell us their loved ones are happier at Berkley. More social, more themselves than they’ve been in years. We provide the care and environment that helps people live well.
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Why chefs from Michelin kitchens and restaurants choose care, and what happens when you ask three to bake against each other.
In 2026, the average UK care home costs £1,298 a week for self-funded residential care and £1,535 for nursing care. Luxury all-inclusive homes typically start from around £1,800 a week. But here’s what nobody tells you and why a headline…...
Why Berkley Care has created its own signature cocktails with one of the best mixologists working today.
It’s a hot July day. Which do you choose?
A lolly from the ice cream trolley or a homemade scone with jam and cream?
Our residents are (strawberry) split. The trolley fans say nothing beats a cold lolly in the garden when the sun is out. The scone lovers say it is not even a question. Nothing beats a cup of tea and a proper fruit scone made that morning with jam and fresh clotted cream.
Where do you stand?
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The results are in! Berkley Care Group is one of the UK’s Top 10 Care Providers (by size) in this year’s prestigious Lottie Awards.
And….our brilliant Burcot Grange has been named one of the UK’s Top 100 Care Homes and is in the Top 10 for outdoor space because of its incredible gardens.
Thank you to every single one of our staff who put their heart and soul into making Berkley Care Group the best of the best, 24 hours a day, everyday. We’re so proud of you!
The Lottie Awards recognise and celebrate care homes across the UK that demonstrate exceptional commitment to residents and families.
From cooks to care assistants, gardeners to bar staff…thank you.
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"I have had a very long drink. I mean DAY.
There was a cocktail masterclass at Leycester House and I was asked to be… actually, I can`t remember now. It was a lot of fun, and I took my job very seriously.
I tasted everything. Twice.
I am now in the garden. YAWN. The sun is warm and the lavender smells lovely. YAWN. I may have a small schnoooozzze…"
Love from Fynn, the bear who cares.
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Raspberries so ripe they fall apart in your hands. Strawberries that actually taste of something. Gooseberries sharp enough to make you wince and then immediately reach for another.
July is soft fruit season and our kitchens are making the most of every day of it.
Summer pudding is the star this week. That perfect, slightly collapsed, gloriously purple thing that only works when the fruit is this good. Our chefs will tell you the secret is in the bread and the overnight press. But really it is about the fruit. And right now, the fruit is sensational.
There are also warm gooseberry crumbles with proper custard, Eton mess assembled to order and, for those who like things simple, a bowl of English strawberries with Jersey cream, sugar and a spoon.
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Three of our best cake crafters. Three of our toughest residents with lifetimes of experience at the oven. One Berkley Bake Off.
Our residents REALLY know cake. They know if the sponge is a fraction too dense and they know if a buttercream icing is a touch too sweet. They know (and are more than happy to explain) exactly what a Tiramisu cupcake should look and taste like. And whether a chocolate cherry cake has enough cherry flavour to cut through the rich dark chocolate.
So we decided to make a bit of a contest. Three of our best chefs around the proving drawer, proving themselves under pressure.
Enjoy!
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Nobody teaches you how to find a care home, even though it can be one of the biggest decisions you make in life.
Yes, you can read CQC reports, study websites, compare fees. But when you are standing in the hallway of a place that could become home, most families are not sure what to look for.
Here are six things people may not notice, but that reveal a lot.
Swipe.
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Visit the homes you're considering and trust your instincts about whether it feels welcoming. Look for places where residents seem comfortable and staff have time to chat. Each of our 12 homes has its own character. Book a tour to see which one feels right for your family.
Yes, we do our utmost to cater for couples. Depending on the specific home, you may be able to share a room or have separate rooms if preferred. Our staff coordinate care plans for both partners and offer activities designed for couples.
Care funding can be complex, involving personal savings, property, pensions and potential council support. We help families understand the options available. Read our complete guide to care funding for detailed information about costs and financial assistance.
