Welcome to Richmond Villages Bede

I visited this village with my parents at the end of Sep 2026. We were immediately impressed with how clean, tidy and well maintained the village was and our contact to show us around, Carol, was very warm and welcoming. We viewed the independant living bungalows first and were very impressed with their size, layout and the ambience around them, pond with outside seating areas, beautiful gardens, bowling green etc. All the residents and staff seemed happy and cheerful. We were treated to an excellent lunch in the restaurant and then viewed some assisted living apartments, with the same conclusions. One resident stopped us to tell us how lovely it was there in assisted living. All in all we were very impressed by this village and it has turned from an alternative option to a very serious consideration for my parents. Thankyou.

My husband recently stayed at Richmond Village in The Retreat for respite care. It provided assisted living as he does not need full care facilities yet. He was made very comfortable, it provided home from home facilities. The staff were very attentive, friendly & supportive, They were happy to fulfil his every need, The apartment was well furnished, it was as if he was on holiday for the couple of weeks that he was there. He did need some care but whatever is needed can be provided. He had a cooked breakfast every morning & a three course dinner at lunchtime with a light tea. His only moan was that he auffers from Coeliac disease which means he has to have a gluten free diet & he thought6 that on occasion he would of liked a bit more choice. However that was his only comment. We were also well informed & prepared beforehand. The Staff were happy to accomodate us where necessary, allowing us leeway with times, etc., We hope to use it again & would happily recommend.

Perfection. Staff were amazing. Reception, house keeping, office staff, maintenance, every single person showed love and respect. Nothing, absolutely nothing was too much trouble. I know my mum was well cared for there. I can't praise the village enough. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. If you have a loved one that needs a little help, please look at Bede, you won't be disappointed.

My parents have had short stays at Bede and really enjoyed it. Carol and her team provide an exemplary welcome and support and the whole village is very welcoming and beautifully kept. My parents are considering moving to Bede and we know they would be very well supported.

My brother moved here just over a year ago. It took a while but he's now settled and happy in his apartment with assisted living. He's enjoying the interaction with the other residents and the independence the village provides. The situation is very close to the M6 but the constant noise doesn't seem to concern him. He likes the gardens and in particular the fish pond. He finds it very restful. He also finds the staff friendly and helpful. So thank you Bede Village.