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Gorsey Clough Nursing Home

Harwood Road, Bury, Greater Manchester, BL8 3PT
CQC Overall Rating
Outstanding
Beds
50
Care type
Nursing homes
Specialism
Dementia
Registered since
7 January 2011
Last inspection
28 April 2022
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CQC ratings by category

Inspected 28 April 2022 · report published 9 June 2022
Safe
Good
Effective
Outstanding
Caring
Outstanding
Responsive
Good
Well-led
Outstanding

What inspectors found

Gorsey Clough Nursing Home provides personal and nursing care for up to 50 people, specializing in supporting individuals living with various types of dementia and complex challenges. Recently undergoing a major refurbishment, the facility now features a high-standard design tailored to support memory problems and mental health needs. Residents and their families consistently praise the home for its passionate staff, welcoming culture, and commitment to putting people at the very heart of the service.

The home maintains a secure environment where risks are managed through thorough assessments, sufficient and experienced staffing, and safe medication practices supported by electronic systems and regular checks. Infection prevention and control measures are robustly in place, and staff are well-trained in safeguarding procedures, though ongoing vigilance and routine monitoring remain standard practice.

Staff members benefit from exceptional professional development, with many pursuing university degrees in health and social care, which directly translates into high-quality, specialized support for residents. Nutritional needs are met through appealing, flexible meal options tailored to personal and cultural preferences, and the team works seamlessly with external healthcare professionals to maintain residents' overall wellbeing.

Residents experience deep kindness and thoughtfulness from a dedicated team that regularly goes above and beyond expectations. Relatives report feeling genuinely valued from their very first tour of the facility, and staff excel at tailoring their approach to make every person feel respected, understood, and emotionally supported throughout their stay.

Activities are highly personalized, offering both individual and group engagement designed to create lasting, happy memories and help residents lead fulfilled lives. End-of-life care is handled with notable dignity and specialized training, providing deep comfort and practical reassurance to families during distressing times.

The management team demonstrates complete oversight and a continuous drive for learning, fostering an environment where staff are fully supported and eager to embrace new initiatives. While the leadership and overall operations run to a remarkably high standard, the team remains actively focused on ongoing collaboration with external agencies to continually sustain and improve care quality.

Editorial summary, written from the official CQC inspection report. Read the full CQC report →

This is an editorial summary intended to make the inspection findings easier to read — it is not a substitute for the full report, and is not medical or care advice.

At a glance

Regulated activity
Accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care
Registration status
Registered
Local authority
Bury

Estimated weekly cost

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Specialisms & care types

Nursing homes Caring for adults over 65 yrsCaring for adults under 65 yrsDementiaMental health conditionsPhysical disabilities

Location & nearby homes

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Frequently asked

Outstanding, following the inspection on 28 April 2022. This is the highest possible rating the CQC awards.

Yes — Dementia is listed among Gorsey Clough Nursing Home's registered specialisms with the CQC.

Gorsey Clough Nursing Home is registered for 50 beds.