Butterley House
Butterley House is a residential care home in Ripley, Derbyshire (DE5 3QU). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Butterley House
Butterley House provides residential care in Ripley for older people and younger adults, including people living with dementia. We also take planned respite stays. Most of what makes a care home work is undramatic and daily. Getting up when you want to, food you actually want to eat, a familiar face on shift, and somebody noticing when you are quieter than usual. That is where we concentrate our effort. For residents living with dementia, familiarity and a calm unhurried approach prevent far more distress than they ever cost, so we keep the day recognisable and let people do things at the pace they can manage. We would rather be plain about our inspection position than leave families to discover it elsewhere. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission was requires improvement. We are not going to argue with the findings. They described genuine shortfalls, and our manager and staff team have been working through them, with tighter medicines practice, clearer record keeping, more training and supervision, and regular internal checks so that problems surface quickly rather than quietly. There is more to do and we will not pretend otherwise. If you are thinking about Butterley House for somebody you love, please come and see us, ask what has actually changed since the inspection, and speak to residents and relatives while you are here.
Care provided at Butterley House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 10 September 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Butterley House
Where is Butterley House located?
Butterley House is a residential care home in Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3QU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Butterley House provide?
Butterley House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Butterley House's CQC rating?
Butterley House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 10 September 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Butterley House provide dementia care?
Yes. Butterley House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Butterley House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Butterley House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Butterley House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Butterley House is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Butterley House 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. Butterley House 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. Butterley House 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 East Midlands
Butterley House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,200 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Butterley House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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