Barrington Lodge

Berkshire Place, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 6XX

01388662322

Care Type

Nursing Care

CQC rating published

30 April 2021

Provider

Harbour Healthcare (North) Ltd

Beds

70 beds

About Barrington Lodge

Located on Berkshire Place in Bishop Auckland, this 70-bed nursing home provides care for older people, younger adults, and those with dementia or physical disabilities. Run by Harbour Healthcare (North) Ltd, it serves the County Durham area in the North East.

The home received a Good rating from the CQC following its last inspection in April 2021. As a nursing facility, it offers medical support alongside residential care, with staff trained to manage complex health needs. Its size allows for a reasonable staff-to-resident ratio while maintaining a community feel appropriate for longer-term placements.

The home's range of specialisms means it can accommodate residents with varying care requirements, from dementia-specific support to nursing care for physical health conditions. Being situated in Bishop Auckland provides access to local NHS services and community facilities while maintaining a quieter setting than larger urban centres.

Specialist Care

DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesYounger adults

Photographs of the home

Practical details from the provider

Listed facilities include a residents' kitchenette, internet access, gardens and a lift to the first floor. Residents can bring furniture, and pets are considered by prior arrangement.

Published on the provider's website, checked 20 September 2026. Confirm arrangements with the home before deciding.

Fees and availability

We have not verified a current weekly fee for this home. Ask for a written quote based on the room and care needed, including any extra charges.

Check current vacancies, the admission assessment and visiting arrangements directly with the home.

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Barrington Lodge, consider asking...

1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Barrington Lodge, look out for...

1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?

Could the NHS fund Barrington Lodge's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees