Trusted care in Gloucestershire: why choose Esmere Gardens?
Confidence in their care. Warmth in their welcome. A place where the person you love can feel known.
Discover the people, professional support and independent evidence behind our award-winning nursing home in the Cotswolds.
Choosing a care home is about finding people you can trust with someone who means everything to you.
You want to know that someone will notice a change, take time to listen and understand the small things that help your loved one feel comfortable.
For families seeking trusted care in Gloucestershire, Esmere Gardens brings together round-the-clock nursing support, award-winning innovation and a welcoming home in Moreton-in-Marsh. Our residential, nursing, dementia and respite care begins with understanding each person and assessing the support they need.
Good overall and in all five assessed areas. Report published January 2026.
Carehome.co.uk review score; 24 published reviews overall. Checked 1 October 2026.
Innovation in Social Care, Gloucestershire Care Providers Association Awards 2025.
Registered nursing support throughout the day and night.
Why do families consider Esmere Gardens?
- Independent reassurance: a CQC Good rating and published resident and family reviews.
- Professional support: 24-hour nursing and dedicated private GP support.
- Recognised care: a local innovation award and membership of a nationally recognised care group.
- Personal attention: care shaped around individual needs, routines and preferences.
- Clear conversations: information about suitability, fees and next steps before you decide.
Explore the evidence below, then visit to see how the home feels for you.
Independent reassurance: rated Good by the CQC
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England’s independent regulator of health and social care. Its assessment provides evidence families can explore alongside their own questions and impressions.
In the report published on 21 January 2026, Esmere Gardens was rated Good overall and across all five assessed areas.
Effective: Good
Caring: Good
Responsive: Good
Well-led: Good
Read the findings for yourself
The report describes people feeling happy and safe, with kind and caring staff. It also recognises a learning culture where concerns could be raised and staff expected to be heard.
Read Esmere Gardens’ full CQC assessment for the regulator’s findings and the detail behind the rating.
Award-winning care, built on teamwork
Esmere Gardens received the Innovation in Social Care Award at the Gloucestershire Care Providers Association Awards 2025. The recognition reflects our commitment to finding thoughtful ways to improve residents’ everyday experiences.
Colleagues were recognised too: Edwina Fawcett won the Activity in Care Award, Katrina Pascual was highly commended in the Social Care Nurse of the Year category, and Robin Vergara and Zachary De Guzman were Carer of the Year finalists.
Meet the people behind our Gloucestershire care awards.
Part of a National Care Awards finalist group
Esmere Gardens is part of Taylor & Taylor Care, recognised as a finalist at the National Care Awards 2025. This was group-level recognition, celebrating the contribution of teams across the care homes.
Recognition gives us a moment to appreciate our colleagues and a reason to keep improving. What matters to families is how that commitment feels in everyday care.
A reputation shaped by real experiences
Reviews help families look beyond photographs and descriptions to understand how care feels to the people receiving it.
As checked on 1 October 2026, Esmere Gardens displays a 9.8 out of 10 review score on carehome.co.uk, with 24 published reviews overall. The overall review count is separate from the reviews used to calculate the current score.
Communication
A daughter’s July 2026 review praised being kept informed about her father’s health, happiness and care needs.
A warm welcome
The same review described a welcoming experience for the family when visiting.
Kindness during respite
A June 2026 respite review highlighted the food, nursing support and kindness experienced during a short stay.
These summaries reflect individual experiences. Read the full resident and family reviews and check the latest score.
Nursing expertise with personal attention
When health needs become more complex, knowing who is available to help matters. Our nursing care in Moreton-in-Marsh includes registered nurses on site 24 hours a day, alongside dedicated private GP support.
Care can include health assessments, medication management, ongoing monitoring and coordination with other healthcare professionals. Plans are reviewed as needs change, with attention to comfort, dignity and personal preferences.
Finding the right support
- Residential care for support with everyday life, personal care and companionship.
- Nursing care for people who need regular support from registered nurses.
- Dementia care shaped around familiarity, reassurance and individual needs.
- Respite care for a short stay, subject to assessment and availability.
We assess each person before admission to confirm whether we can support them safely. Continued care as needs change depends on that same commitment to suitability.
Clear care fees, explained before you decide
Trust includes understanding the financial commitment. Our all-inclusive approach brings agreed care and everyday services into one clearly explained weekly fee.
Before admission, we explain the current inclusions, exclusions and relevant terms in writing. Ask us about the proposed fee, annual reviews and any circumstances that could affect costs.
Explore our paying for care guide, then talk through your questions with the team.
Our values should be felt in every interaction
Our IMPACT values set out how we aim to work with residents, relatives and one another.
Inspire Together
Listen to residents, families and colleagues, and work together around what matters.
Make a Difference
Focus on meaningful actions that support comfort, choice and everyday enjoyment.
Positively Appreciate
Recognise each person’s contribution and the small acts of kindness that make a day better.
Apply Trust
Be dependable, honest and approachable, especially when someone needs reassurance.
Care Graciously
Respect individuality, protect dignity and approach each person with compassion.
Transparent Leadership
Explain decisions clearly, welcome feedback and take responsibility for improvement.
Visit Esmere Gardens in Moreton-in-Marsh
Our home is on Stow Road, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire GL56 0DS, welcoming enquiries from across the Cotswolds, including Stow-on-the-Wold, Chipping Campden, Blockley and Bourton-on-the-Water.
A visit gives you time to meet the team, experience the atmosphere and discuss your loved one’s needs. You do not need to have every answer before getting in touch.
Ask the questions that matter to your family
- How will you learn about my loved one’s routines and preferences?
- How will you keep us informed, respecting their wishes and privacy?
- What happens if their health or care needs change?
- How do you support someone who prefers quieter activities?
- What is included in the fee, and how can we raise a concern?
Frequently asked questions
What is Esmere Gardens’ CQC rating?
Esmere Gardens is rated Good overall and in all five assessed areas in the CQC report published on 21 January 2026. Read the assessment.
Is Esmere Gardens an award-winning care home?
Yes. Esmere Gardens won the Innovation in Social Care Award at the Gloucestershire Care Providers Association Awards 2025. Its wider group, Taylor & Taylor Care, was also a National Care Awards 2025 finalist.
Does Esmere Gardens provide 24-hour nursing care?
Yes. Registered nurses are on site throughout the day and night, with dedicated private GP support also included in the home’s all-inclusive approach.
Can I read independent reviews before visiting?
Yes. Visit Esmere Gardens’ carehome.co.uk profile for resident and family feedback and the latest review score.
Can care adapt if my loved one’s needs change?
Support is reviewed as needs change. Providing several types of care in one home may help someone remain in familiar surroundings, provided we can continue to meet their needs safely.
How do I arrange a visit?
Call 01608 692222 or send an enquiry. We can discuss your circumstances, answer questions and arrange a convenient time.
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