Durnhythe

Durnhythe is a care home for older people located in Banff, Aberdeenshire, operated by Aberdeenshire Council. The home provides 32 beds and was assessed by the Care Inspectorate at its most recent inspection in November 2025, achieving an average grade of Good (4 out of 6).

The home supports residents with a wide range of needs, including dementia, frailty, palliative and end of life care, mental health conditions, acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, physical disability, learning difficulties, hearing impairment, and visual impairment. This breadth of specialisms means Durnhythe is well placed to support older people with complex and varied care requirements.

As a council-run service in the Aberdeenshire area, Durnhythe offers locally provided care within a community setting. Its Good rating from the Care Inspectorate reflects a solid standard of care and support for residents and their families.