The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage is a residential care home in Bridgwater, Somerset (TA5 2PZ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Old Vicarage
We at The Old Vicarage are proud to offer warm, welcoming residential care in the heart of Bridgwater, Somerset. Our home provides thoughtful older person care and residential support in a setting designed to feel familiar, comforting, and unmistakably like home. Nestled within the friendly community of Bridgwater in the TA postcode area, our home enjoys the peaceful character of the South West whilst remaining close to local amenities, familiar high streets, and the surrounding Somerset countryside. Families visiting loved ones often comment on the calm, homely atmosphere that greets them at the door, an environment where residents can enjoy their daily routines with dignity, comfort, and a genuine sense of belonging. Our care is shaped around the individual. We support older people living with a wide range of needs, offer residential care tailored to each person's preferences, and also welcome younger adults who benefit from a supportive, personalised environment. For families needing short term support, our respite care provides a trusted place where loved ones are looked after with the same warmth and attention as our permanent residents. In practice, this means care plans developed in partnership with residents and their families, everyday choices respected, hobbies and interests encouraged, and a steady rhythm of companionship, good food, and meaningful moments throughout the day. Quality and safety sit at the heart of everything we do. Following our most recent CQC inspection in July 2025, we are pleased to hold an overall rating of Good, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this offers reassurance that independent inspectors have found our home to be a place where people are treated with kindness, supported effectively, listened to, and cared for by a team that is well organised and accountable. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the questions, hopes, and worries that come with it. If you are exploring options for a relative or planning ahead for yourself, we warmly invite you to get in touch with The Old Vicarage. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about daily life here, and help you feel confident about the next step.
Care provided at The Old Vicarage
- Older person care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 7 July 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Old Vicarage
Where is The Old Vicarage located?
The Old Vicarage is a residential care home in Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2PZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Old Vicarage provide?
The Old Vicarage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Old Vicarage's CQC rating?
The Old Vicarage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 7 July 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Old Vicarage offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Old Vicarage offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Old Vicarage
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Old Vicarage 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 Old Vicarage 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 Old Vicarage 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 Old Vicarage 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 Old Vicarage 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 Old Vicarage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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