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📅 Offer ends 30 September 2026
- Dementia Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
Family & friends:
01494 711681New care enquiry:
01522 405 782
Care made for living at Cherry Garth
Making new friends for life
Choosing a care home is about so much more than finding the right care - it's about finding somewhere that feels like home. At Cherry Garth, we combine expert residential, dementia and respite care with a warm, welcoming community where every resident is supported to continue living a fulfilling life.
Our compassionate team takes the time to get to know every individual, creating personalised care that celebrates who they are, supports their independence and helps them enjoy the moments that matter most.
What our residents and families say about us
Care that's centred around you
Whether you're looking for long-term residential care, specialist dementia support or a short respite stay, our experienced team provides compassionate, person-centred care that's tailored to every individual.
Every resident has a personalised care plan shaped around their needs, preferences and aspirations, with regular reviews to ensure it continues to reflect what matters most to them. Working closely with families and healthcare professionals, we provide expert support that gives residents the confidence to live life their way.
Life at Cherry Garth
Life at Cherry Garth is about more than exceptional care. It's about creating opportunities for residents to stay active, enjoy favourite hobbies, make meaningful friendships and feel part of a welcoming community.
Our purpose-built home has been thoughtfully designed to provide comfort, independence and a true sense of belonging. Sixty en-suite bedrooms are arranged across four smaller households, each with welcoming lounges, dining areas and kitchenettes that create a more relaxed, homely atmosphere.
There's always something happening, whether it's joining the weekly cooking club, enjoying music and entertainment, taking part in activities, relaxing in the café or spending time in our beautifully landscaped gardens. With an on-site salon, dedicated activity spaces and peaceful outdoor areas, every day brings opportunities to do the things you love or discover something new.
For people, not profit
As part of The Orders of St John Care Trust, we’re proud to be a charitable, not-for-profit provider. We reinvest straight back into our care homes - whether that’s new equipment, specialist training or improving resident activities and environments.
It’s our way of keeping the focus where it belongs; on the people who live and work here.
Trust in Bloom participants 2026
Proud participants in Trust in Bloom, OSJCT's annual initiative celebrating gardens and outdoor spaces that support wellbeing, connection and quality of life for residents, families and local communities.
Care you can feel confident in
Our CQC Statement
Cherry Garth was last inspected by the CQC in December 2022, while we achieved a Good rating in Caring, the overall rating was Requires Improvement. We are committed to making positive changes and since that inspection, we have taken clear steps to improve. These include appointing a new leadership team, strengthening care processes, introducing learning practices and establishing dementia friendly environments.
We were invited to afternoon tea with our friend, a resident at Cherry Garth. It was a very enjoyable afternoon. The room was decorated for Christmas and the staff had gone to lots of trouble to provide a lovely tea. It’s always welcoming and bright at Cherry Garth, with plenty of staff about and a happy atmosphere. Our friend, and neighbour, is very happy there and it’s always a pleasure to visit.
Friend of Resident, Cherry Garth
Whether it’s wet or dry outside, we at OSJCT feel that activities are essential in providing the best caring environment to live in.
Hobbies don’t simply stop when living with us at Cherry Garth. We have a dedicated Activities Co-ordinator who works closely with our residents to create a programme of fulfilling activities and events, tailored around each resident’s requests, hobbies and interests. The programme of events and activities provide a source of fun and laughter, to help each resident live their life to the full and make new friendships.
We are also fortunate to have the support of many volunteers of all ages from the local community, strengthening our links to this thriving market town. Here is a sample of activities on offer:
- Trips to garden centres, cafés, pub’s, sporting events, National Trust parks, wildlife parks, aquariums and museums
- Visit from Pets as Therapy Dogs
- Exercise and wellness activities, for example Seated Yoga, Zumba
- Fun activities with the local toddler and nursery group
- Board game competitions and quizzes
- Gardening
- Arts and crafts
- Communal Church services
With so many well-being activities for body and mind on offer, we also recognise that everyone needs some personal space for relaxation and mindfulness for personal reflection. The cosy lounges offer an opportunity for some quiet time or to host family and friends.
And that’s not all:
We’ve had silent discos, hoe downs, Chinese banquets, Oscar parties and so much more.
Many of the activities feature Reminiscence Therapy to aid those living with Dementia to remember events, people and places using sight, touch, taste, smell and sound.
The talented chef and kitchen team prepare tasty, home-cooked meals on site daily from our own kitchens. We source quality produce for our excellent breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. All-day dining is available for lighter meals and snacks and all dishes are carefully balanced to get the best nutritional value and cater for individual dietary requirements and preferences.
Seasonal produce is chosen whenever possible and of course, relatives and friends are always welcome to join us. The menus change daily and the kettle is always on. Our chef bakes every day so there is always a fresh cake for residents, friends and families to enjoy.
Each of the households has their own small kitchen dining room where residents can take their meals if they wish. Residents are also encouraged to help prepare their own food and to make snacks whenever they choose.
Francisco Paes
Home Manager
Francisco Paes
Home Manager
Care fees vary depending on the level of care required, and this will be confirmed upon completion of a care assessment prior to moving into the home.
Below is indicative pricing for self-funded residents per week.
| Care Type | Fees From |
|---|---|
| Residential | £1,420 |
| Residential Dementia | £1,550 |
| Respite | Quoted on an individual basis |
Our home charges self-funder rates for the services we provide. We accept third party top ups for individuals funded by the Local Authority up to the self-funder rate.
We understand that paying for long-term care can often be a complex subject, and with several options available to you it can be confusing. You will find helpful guidance on our Paying for care page.
Key facts
The Key Facts document contains information regarding this care home which can be used in comparison with other care homes or can be printed for reference and brought with you when you visit the home.
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Where to find us
51.662603686417, -0.69626927375793
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Family & friends:
01494 711681New care enquiry:
01522 405 782
