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Ambleside is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. It is operated by Mr and Mrs J C Walsh.
The home provides specialist care for adults under 65, dementia, older adults (65+). Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, Ambleside provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
Ambleside is located in Cheltenham, within the Gloucestershire local authority area in South West.
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| CQC Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Address | 69 Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6EG |
| Phone | 01242 522937 |
| Website | www.amblesidecare.co.uk |
| Local authority | Gloucestershire |
| Region | South West |
| Last inspection | 20 May 2026 |
| Provider | Mr and Mrs J C Walsh |
Is Ambleside registered with the CQC?
Yes. Ambleside is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-137768877
What type of care does Ambleside provide?
Ambleside provides residential homes, specialising in caring for adults under 65 yrs, dementia, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact Ambleside?
You can contact Ambleside by phone on 01242 522937, or visit them at 69 Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6EG.
What is Ambleside's CQC rating?
Ambleside has been rated "Requires Improvement" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-137768877
What are Ambleside's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Ambleside's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Requires improvement, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Requires improvement.
How many care homes are in Cheltenham?
There are 52 CQC-registered care homes in Cheltenham. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/cheltenham.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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