Capricorn Cottage
Capricorn Cottage is a residential care home in Spalding, Lincolnshire (PE12 8ND). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Capricorn Cottage
We at Capricorn Cottage are proud to offer compassionate residential care in the welcoming market town of Spalding, Lincolnshire. Our home provides a nurturing environment where residents receive personalised support tailored to their individual needs, whether they are seeking long term residency or a shorter respite stay. Nestled within the PE postcode area of Spalding, our cottage style home benefits from the calm, community minded atmosphere that this part of the East Midlands is known for. The surrounding town offers a familiar, homely backdrop, and we have created interior spaces designed to feel warm, comfortable, and reassuring. Residents can enjoy the sense of belonging that comes from living somewhere that genuinely feels like home rather than an institution. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of care we are able to deliver under one roof. We support older people who require day to day residential care, as well as adults living with dementia, where consistency, patience, and a calm environment can make a meaningful difference to wellbeing. We also welcome younger adults and those living with learning disabilities or autism, offering an inclusive setting that respects each person's individuality, preferences, and pace. For residents managing mental health conditions, we provide considered, respectful support that promotes dignity and encourages independence wherever possible. Our respite care offering gives families and regular carers the opportunity to take a well earned break, safe in the knowledge that their loved one is being looked after with genuine warmth and attentiveness. In practice, this means our team takes time to get to know each resident as a person first. We build care around routines, hobbies, and relationships that matter, whether that involves quiet companionship, engaging activities, or simply a familiar cup of tea at the right moment of the day. Families are treated as partners in care, kept informed, listened to, and made to feel welcome whenever they visit. We are pleased that the Care Quality Commission rated us Good overall at our most recent inspection in July 2025, with Good ratings across all five domains: safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well led. This consistent recognition reflects the standards we hold ourselves to every day and the trust that residents and their families place in us. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. If you are exploring options in Spalding or the wider Lincolnshire area, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and come and see for yourself the caring community we have built at Capricorn Cottage. We are here to help you take the next step with confidence and peace of mind.
Care provided at Capricorn Cottage
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 10 July 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Capricorn Cottage
Where is Capricorn Cottage located?
Capricorn Cottage is a residential care home in Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE12 8ND. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Capricorn Cottage provide?
Capricorn Cottage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Capricorn Cottage's CQC rating?
Capricorn Cottage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 10 July 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Capricorn Cottage provide dementia care?
Yes. Capricorn Cottage supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Capricorn Cottage offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Capricorn Cottage offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Capricorn Cottage
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Capricorn Cottage 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. Capricorn Cottage 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. Capricorn Cottage 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. Capricorn Cottage 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
Capricorn Cottage 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 Capricorn Cottage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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