Care homes · Dorset
Somerleigh Court
Somerleigh Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1AQ
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Contact, travel and your visit
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Contact the service
01305259882Website and contact optionsNo verified public email address is included in this directory record. Use the service’s published contact route.
Opening and appointment times
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Check current timesAccessibility and facilities
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Nearby transport stops
- Trinity StreetBus stop · Stop C1About 100 m in a straight line
- Trinity StreetBus stop · Stop C2About 100 m in a straight line
- Brewery SquareBus stop · Stop CAbout 200 m in a straight line
- Dorchester West Rail StationRail station entrance · EntranceAbout 300 m in a straight line
- Dorchester South Rail StationRail station entrance · EntranceAbout 400 m in a straight line
Bus stops within 1 km; rail and other access points within 3 km. A listed stop does not confirm a current timetable.
DfT NaPTAN · downloaded 10 September 2026 · Open Government Licence.
Mapped parking nearby
- Trinity Street Car ParkMapped car park · Dorset CouncilAbout under 100 m in a straight line
- Trinity Street Car ParkMapped car parkAbout under 100 m in a straight line
- Old Market Car ParkMapped car park · Dorset CouncilAbout 300 m in a straight line
These are nearby mapped car parks, not confirmed visitor parking for this service. Check access restrictions, charges, hours and Blue Badge arrangements with the operator.
© OpenStreetMap contributors · 9 September 2026 · ODbL. Data and coverage.
What to expect and prepare
General planning guidance; your service’s instructions take priority. NHS hospital visit guidance · Travel and access checklist.
Questions about visiting Somerleigh Court
What are the opening times?
Verified opening hours are not included in this directory record. Check the service’s website or call 01305259882 before travelling. Telephone access and appointment hours may differ from reception hours.
Do I need an appointment or referral?
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Can I park here, and is there accessible parking?
Check the service’s current parking instructions. Nearby map listings are separate from on-site visitor parking; neither a map entry nor historical parking figures confirm a space, price or Blue Badge concession today.
How can I arrange help with access or communication?
Contact the service before your visit and explain the help you need. Ask about the exact entrance, step-free routes, toilets, hearing support or interpretation; facilities are not inferred from the type of service.
What can I learn about Somerleigh Court?
The recorded overall CQC rating is “Good”, dated 2 April 2020. Use the contact and visiting details above to check the service you need, then compare the dated evidence below.
About this service
- Recorded care types
- Care homes, Homecare
- Local authority area
- Dorset
- Funding information
- Confirm directly with the provider
- Registered provider
- Somerleigh Court Ltd
- Registered bed capacity
- 40 beds (not vacancies)
- Telephone in source record
- 01305259882
- NHS organisation code
- VM1LK
- CQC identifier
- 1-126236526
Registered specialisms
- Dementia
- Caring for adults over 65 yrs
These are specialisms in the regulatory record. They do not confirm that a particular treatment, assessment or place is currently available.
CQC inspection evidence
Keep the publication date and assessed service in view. Ratings are reproduced as categories; they are not averaged into a score.
| Assessment | Rating | Published |
|---|---|---|
| Safe | Good | 2 April 2020 |
| Effective | Good | 2 April 2020 |
| Caring | Good | 2 April 2020 |
| Responsive | Good | 2 April 2020 |
| Well-led | Good | 2 April 2020 |
| Overall | Good | 2 April 2020 |
Regulated activities
- Accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care
- Personal care
- Treatment of disease, disorder or injury
Connected organisations and services
- Somerleigh Court LtdRegistered provider
Sources and coverage
- Care Quality Commission registerDirectory: 9 September 2026; detailed register: 1 September 2026 · Retrieved 10 September 2026
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