The Hyde Care Home

The Hyde Walditch, Bridport, DT6 4LB

01308427694

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

4 May 2018

Provider

Kenmore Care Holding Ltd

Beds

28 beds

How this home compares nearby

Of 10 care homes for older people within 10 miles, 2 are rated higher by CQC, 6 are the same and 2 are lower.

10 of these nearby homes have been inspected more recently than this one.

Based on CQC ratings, updated 22 October 2026. How we compare homes | See the nearby homes

Rating history

GoodMay 2018

First inspected by CQC in 2018, rated Good.

Source: CQC inspection reports. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Costs and who runs this home

This is the only care home Kenmore Care Holding Ltd runs in England.

Average care home fees in the South West: £1,170 a week for residential care and £1,472 for nursing care (2024-25 averages). Self-funders usually pay more. See our care home costs guide.

This home lists dementia care, which usually costs more than standard residential care. See dementia care home costs. NHS Continuing Healthcare may apply where someone's needs are primarily health needs.
How to pay for a care home explains the council means test, what counts as capital and the funding you can ask to be assessed for.

About The Hyde Care Home

Located in Walditch near Bridport, this 28-bed residential care home serves older people, younger adults, and those with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. Situated in Dorset's West Bay area, the home is well-positioned for access to coastal towns and local services.

The Hyde is operated by Kenmore Care Holding Ltd and holds a Good CQC rating from its most recent inspection in May 2018. Its relatively small size allows for a more personalized approach to care across its diverse resident population. The home's range of specialisms indicates experience supporting people with complex needs, including those requiring dementia-focused care and support for sensory or mobility challenges.

As a residential facility, it provides long-term accommodation alongside care services. The location offers a quieter, semi-rural setting while remaining accessible to Bridport's amenities and broader healthcare facilities in the region.

Specialist Care

DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairmentsYounger adults

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting The Hyde Care Home, 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 The Hyde Care Home, 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 The Hyde Care Home'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