The Conkers

The Conkers is a residential care home in Mirfield, in the Kirklees council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 7 residents. It provides care for younger adults, people with a learning disability or autism, people with a physical disability and people with a sensory impairment. It is run by Hollybank Trust, which operates 8 care homes in England. The home has been registered since May 2013.

At its latest inspection, published January 2019, the CQC rated The Conkers Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

The Conkers has not published its fees and we are still collecting figures for Kirklees. Across England residential care usually costs £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900. Ask the home for a written quote that lists what is included.

There are 125 registered care homes in Kirklees. The nearest to The Conkers include Holly Court, Poplars and The Beeches. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.