Branksome Heights
Branksome Heights is a nursing home in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BH4 9LA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Branksome Heights
Branksome Heights is a nursing home in Bournemouth. We provide both nursing and residential care for older people and younger adults, and we support people living with dementia, people with a physical disability and people with a visual or hearing impairment. Respite stays are available alongside permanent places. Offering both nursing and residential care in one home means people do not have to move on when their health changes. Somebody who arrives needing very little can stay put as needs increase, keeping the same room, the same staff and the same company. For a great many families that continuity is the single most important thing we provide. Nurses are here at all hours, so medication, skin care, nutrition and pain are managed on site and changes in health are noticed by people who know how somebody normally is. Alongside that, we work hard at the ordinary parts of the day, because being properly cared for and having a life worth living are not the same thing. Where sight or hearing has failed, we say who has come into the room and describe what is happening rather than assuming it is obvious. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and visit if you are considering care locally.
Care provided at Branksome Heights
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 3 July 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Branksome Heights
Where is Branksome Heights located?
Branksome Heights is a nursing home in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH4 9LA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Branksome Heights provide?
Branksome Heights is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Branksome Heights's CQC rating?
Branksome Heights is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 3 July 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Branksome Heights provide dementia care?
Yes. Branksome Heights supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Branksome Heights offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Branksome Heights offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Branksome Heights
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Branksome Heights 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?
Yes. Yes. Branksome Heights is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Branksome Heights 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. Branksome Heights 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
Branksome Heights 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
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Branksome Heights. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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