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Nichols House
1a, Church Road, Wilstead, Bedford, MK45 3HH — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Nichols House was rated
Rating published 08/06/2026. Read the full inspection report.
- 3 bedsRegistered capacity
- BedfordCouncil for care funding
- 020 8355 4666Care home's own number
- Harriston Homes LimitedOperator
- 25th June 2021Registered since
- Harriston Homes LimitedRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Nichols House
Nichols House is a Care Home in Bedford, offering Residential, Children's Services, Sensory Impairment, Learning Disability and Mental Health care.
Nichols House was registered with the Care Quality Commission in June 2021. It is run by Harriston Homes Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 06984728). Harriston Homes Limited runs 2 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for younger adults, people with sensory impairments, people with mental health conditions, people with learning disabilities or autism and children and young people up to 18.
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Nichols House been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Nichols House "Requires improvement" overall, in its most recent report, published June 2026.
What types of care does Nichols House provide?
Nichols House provides Residential, Children's Services, Sensory Impairment, Learning Disability and Mental Health care.
How many beds does Nichols House have?
Nichols House is registered for 3 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Nichols House?
Nichols House is run by Harriston Homes Limited, a company registered at Companies House (number 06984728). The provider runs 2 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Nichols House registered with CQC?
Nichols House has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since June 2021. Its provider, Harriston Homes Limited, has held CQC registration since October 2014.
Who does Nichols House care for?
CQC registers Nichols House to care for younger adults, people with sensory impairments, people with mental health conditions, people with learning disabilities or autism and children and young people up to 18.
Does Nichols House provide nursing care?
No. Nichols House 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 Nichols House?
Nichols House 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 Nichols House?
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.