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74 Old Ford End
Queens Park, Bedford, MK40 4LY — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How 74 Old Ford End was rated
Rating published 27/01/2026. Read the full inspection report.
- 6 bedsRegistered capacity
- BedfordCouncil for care funding
- 01234 364022Care home's own number
- VoyageOperator
- 20th December 2010Registered since
- Voyage 1 LimitedRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at 74 Old Ford End
74 Old Ford End is a Care Home in Bedford, offering Residential and Learning Disability care.
74 Old Ford End was registered with the Care Quality Commission in December 2010. It is run by Voyage 1 Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 02215899). Voyage 1 Limited runs 245 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has 74 Old Ford End been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated 74 Old Ford End "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published January 2026.
What types of care does 74 Old Ford End provide?
74 Old Ford End provides Residential and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does 74 Old Ford End have?
74 Old Ford End is registered for 6 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs 74 Old Ford End?
74 Old Ford End is run by Voyage 1 Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 02215899). The provider runs 245 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was 74 Old Ford End registered with CQC?
74 Old Ford End has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since December 2010. Its provider, Voyage 1 Limited, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does 74 Old Ford End care for?
CQC registers 74 Old Ford End to care for younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does 74 Old Ford End provide nursing care?
No. 74 Old Ford End is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers 74 Old Ford End?
74 Old Ford End is in the Bedford council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to 74 Old Ford End?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Bedford, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.