The Potteries

The Potteries is a nursing home in Broadstone, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 80 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia, older people, younger adults, people with mental health needs and people with a physical disability. It is run by Welltower, which operates 562 care homes in England. The home has been registered since October 2013.

At its latest inspection, published March 2023, the CQC rated The Potteries 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 Potteries has not published its fees and we are still collecting figures for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. 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 136 registered care homes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The nearest to The Potteries include Southmead Rest Home, The Potteries and The Tides, 1 of which has a fee on record. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.