The Beach
The Beach is a residential care home in Newquay, Cornwall (TR7 3NB). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About The Beach
We at The Beach are proud to offer residential care in the coastal town of Newquay, Cornwall, providing a welcoming home for older people, younger adults, and those living with a range of support needs. Our setting places residents within one of the South West's most beloved seaside communities, where the rhythms of coastal life bring a gentle sense of calm and connection. Nestled within the TR postcode area of Newquay, our home benefits from the fresh sea air and relaxed pace that this part of Cornwall is known for. The surrounding town offers familiar comforts, from friendly local amenities to the natural beauty of the Cornish coastline, all of which contribute to an environment where residents can feel truly at home. Our care is thoughtfully tailored to meet a broad spectrum of needs. Alongside dedicated older person and residential care, we support adults living with learning disabilities and autism, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. We also welcome younger adults into our community and offer respite care for those seeking short term support, whether following a hospital stay, during a family carer's break, or simply as a trial of residential living. In practice, this means our team works to understand each resident as an individual, adapting daily routines, communication approaches, and support around personal preferences, abilities, and goals. For families, it offers the reassurance that a loved one is being cared for in a setting that recognises the whole person, not just their care needs. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, carried out in August 2023, gave us an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We were pleased to be rated Good in the areas of Effective, Caring, and Responsive care, reflecting the compassion and commitment our team brings to daily life at the home and the meaningful relationships built with those we support. We recognise that the Safe and Well led domains were identified as needing improvement, and we take this feedback seriously. It provides us with a clear focus for strengthening our practice, and we are committed to open, honest progress in these areas so that every resident and family can feel confident in the care we provide. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family will ever make, and we understand the weight of that choice. If you are considering residential or respite care in Newquay for yourself or someone dear to you, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We would be glad to answer your questions, share more about daily life here, and help you decide whether The Beach might be the right place to call home.
Care provided at The Beach
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 26 August 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Beach
Where is The Beach located?
The Beach is a residential care home in Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 3NB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Beach provide?
The Beach is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Beach's CQC rating?
The Beach is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 26 August 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Beach offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Beach offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Beach
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Beach is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. The Beach is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. The Beach offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. The Beach supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South West
The Beach has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from The Beach. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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