Abbeyfield House, NE66 2NZ

Opened in 1985 by Princess Anne, Abbeyfield House Alnwick is a purpose-built house designed to create a comfortable atmosphere for older people. The home offers 25 recently refurbished rooms with bath and shower facilities, 21 of which are ensuite.  We encourage residents to bring their own furniture and personal items to decorate their room to their liking and feel right at home.

All of our bedrooms are on the ground floor allowing easy access with a relaxing lounge where you can enjoy time getting to know other residents. There are plenty of communal spaces in which to spend time such as the dining room, television lounge with Sky TV, conservatory or our beautiful prize-winning gardens. There is a raised bed so that residents of all abilities can enjoy helping with the gardening. 

We do everything possible to ensure your move into our house is as easy and stress free as possible, and to make you feel welcome right from the start. Set on the outskirts of the historical town of Alnwick, the home sits in its own grounds and the town centre is just a short walk away with local amenities such as pubs, shops, restaurants and the theatre.

Easily accessed by car, we are a 45-minute drive north of Newcastle upon Tyne and close to popular attractions such as Alnwick Castle and Gardens and the East Coast beaches, which are only a short drive from Alnwick.

Our Activities Co-ordinator plans a full and comprehensive programme to engage with as many of the residents as possible to help improve quality of life and physical movement.  Mental stimulation and manual dexterity are offered in a caring and supportive atmosphere. Local churches attend regularly to provide spiritual support to residents and weekly mini-bus outings get the residents out and about to visit local landmarks.

A healthy, nutritious and well-balanced diet is always on offer with meals freshly prepared on site in the five-star commercial kitchen.  Any special dietary needs can be catered for.  A choice is available daily and meals can be taken in the dining room or, where necessary, delivered to the resident's room. Special menus are provided where care plans identify the need.

This house is managed by Abbeyfield Northumbria, from whose website additional information can be found by clicking here.