Requires Improvement CQC Overall Rating · Inspected Nov 2025 · View CQC report →
Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Good
Responsive
Good
Well-led
Good

The Old Vicarage is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Wooler, Northumberland. It is operated by People First Care (Wooler) Limited.

The home provides specialist care for sensory impairments, dementia, older adults (65+), physical disabilities. Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.

As a residential care home, The Old Vicarage 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.

The Old Vicarage is located in Wooler, within the Northumberland local authority area in North East.

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CQC RatingRequires Improvement
Address26 Cottage Road, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6AD
Phone01668 281662
Websitewww.thegrangealnwick.co.uk
Local authorityNorthumberland
RegionNorth East
Last inspection26 November 2025
ProviderPeople First Care (Wooler) Limited
Residential homes
Specialisms
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Vicarage registered with the CQC?

Yes. The Old Vicarage 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/1-10763264068

What type of care does The Old Vicarage provide?

The Old Vicarage provides residential homes, specialising in sensory impairments, dementia, caring for adults over 65 yrs, physical disabilities.

How do I contact The Old Vicarage?

You can contact The Old Vicarage by phone on 01668 281662, or visit them at 26 Cottage Road, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6AD.

What is The Old Vicarage's CQC rating?

The Old Vicarage has been rated "Requires Improvement" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-10763264068

What are The Old Vicarage's CQC domain ratings?

The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. The Old Vicarage's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.

About this type of care

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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