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The Old Orchard is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Newark, Nottinghamshire. It is operated by Witham Valley Care Group Limited.
The home provides specialist care for adults under 65, learning disabilities. Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, The Old Orchard 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.
Following an inspection in June 2026, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated The Old Orchard as Outstanding — the highest possible rating, awarded to a small proportion of care services in England. This reflects exceptional care practices across all five inspection domains.
Notably, the home received Outstanding leadership.
The Old Orchard is located in Newark, within the Nottinghamshire local authority area in East Midlands.
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| CQC Rating | Outstanding |
| Address | 242 Beacon Hill Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 2JP |
| Phone | 01636 700227 |
| Website | www.withamvalleycaregroup.co.uk |
| Local authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Region | East Midlands |
| Last inspection | 8 June 2026 |
| Provider | Witham Valley Care Group Limited |
Is The Old Orchard registered with the CQC?
Yes. The Old Orchard 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/1-13347964974
What type of care does The Old Orchard provide?
The Old Orchard provides residential homes, specialising in caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities.
How do I contact The Old Orchard?
You can contact The Old Orchard by phone on 01636 700227, or visit them at 242 Beacon Hill Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 2JP.
What is The Old Orchard's CQC rating?
The Old Orchard has been rated "Outstanding" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This is the highest rating awarded by the CQC. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-13347964974
What are The Old Orchard's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. The Old Orchard's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Outstanding, Well-led: Outstanding.
How many care homes are in Newark?
There are 34 CQC-registered care homes in Newark. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/newark.
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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