Westcliffe House Limited

Westcliffe House Limited operates from 12 Madeira Road in Weston Super Mare, holding CQC registration as a healthcare provider, within the South West region. The service is directly accountable to the Care Quality Commission for the quality and safety of the care it delivers.

As a CQC-registered healthcare provider, Westcliffe House Limited operates under the regulatory framework that governs health and social care in England. Registration is not a formality: it means the provider has satisfied the Care Quality Commission that its premises, staffing, clinical governance and safeguarding arrangements meet the fundamental standards of safe care. Providers must nominate a registered manager who is legally accountable for the quality of the service, and they remain subject to inspection and enforcement for as long as they trade.

Healthcare services in the UK range from large NHS-commissioned organisations to small independent practices, and the mix matters when you are choosing where to be seen. Independent providers often offer shorter waiting times and extended hours, while NHS-commissioned services are free at the point of use. Many providers, including practices like Westcliffe House Limited, serve both routes — so it is always worth asking how you can access care and what each route involves before you book.

The CQC's most recent recorded check of this location took place on 23 March 2020. Inspection reports are public documents, and the official record for this location is linked in the registration section below — reading the latest report is the single most reliable way to understand how the service performs day to day.

The Care Quality Commission records the population groups each provider is registered to care for. These declarations shape staffing, training and premises requirements, so they are a reliable indicator of what the service is genuinely set up to do. For Westcliffe House Limited, the register lists the following care groups:

Caring for adults under 65 yrs

Registration for working-age adults signals a service oriented around different goals than elderly care: maintaining employment and family roles, rehabilitation and independence, and care plans built around an active life rather than primarily around frailty management.

Substance misuse problems

The provider is registered to support people with drug or alcohol problems. Depending on the service this spans structured detoxification, residential rehabilitation programmes, or community support — with clinical governance around withdrawal management, relapse prevention and safeguarding at its core.

Eating disorders

The provider is registered to care for people with eating disorders — a specialism demanding close medical monitoring, structured meal support, psychological therapy and coordinated working with specialist eating disorder teams, given the serious physical risks these conditions carry.

Declared specialisms are commitments, not decorations: the CQC inspects against them, and they are a fair basis for direct questions when you contact the service.

Exact availability varies by location — treat this as the typical scope of a healthcare provider and confirm specific treatments directly with Westcliffe House Limited before attending.

Initial assessment

A structured first appointment covering your history, current concerns and goals, used to plan ongoing care or refer you to a more suitable service.

Ongoing treatment and reviews

Scheduled follow-up appointments that track your progress against the care plan and adjust treatment where needed.

Health advice and signposting

Guidance on managing your condition day to day, plus referrals into NHS or specialist pathways when your needs go beyond the service's scope.

Care planning

A documented plan agreed with you (and family or carers where appropriate) setting out what care is delivered, by whom, and how often it is reviewed.

Safeguarding and advocacy support

All CQC-registered providers must operate safeguarding procedures and can connect you with advocacy services if you need support making decisions.

To contact Westcliffe House Limited directly, call 01934629897 or use the enquiry route on its website (linked in the contact section above).

The quickest way to arrange care with Westcliffe House Limited is to telephone the service directly — phone lines are usually the fastest route to a real diary, and the team can tell you immediately whether they are taking new patients, what information they need, and how soon you can be seen. If the provider runs a website, look for an online enquiry or booking form; these are typically answered within one working day.

Before you call, have three things to hand: your NHS number if you know it (it is on any NHS letter or prescription), a list of current medications, and a short summary of what you need — new assessment, ongoing care, or a second opinion. If you are enquiring for a relative, be ready to explain your relationship and whether you hold power of attorney, as data-protection rules limit what a provider can discuss without the patient's consent.

If your care may be NHS-funded, speak to your GP practice first: many services accept patients via GP referral, and a referral letter travels with your medical history, which speeds up triage at the receiving end. For privately funded care you can normally self-refer — ask for the service's current fee schedule and cancellation policy in writing before your first appointment.

Costs depend on how you access the service. NHS-commissioned care is free at the point of use, though waiting times vary by area and specialty. Private care is paid either directly (self-pay) or through medical insurance — if you hold a policy, contact your insurer for pre-authorisation before booking, as most insurers require an authorisation number and some restrict which providers you can use.

For self-pay patients, reputable providers publish or supply on request a clear fee schedule covering the initial consultation, follow-ups and common procedures. Ask specifically about what is included: some quotes cover the consultation only, while others bundle diagnostics or aftercare. UK consumer law entitles you to transparent pricing before you commit to treatment.

The service operates from 12 Madeira Road,Weston Super Mare in Weston Super Mare — postcode BS23 2EX, within the BS23 district. For turn-by-turn directions, the full postcode is the reliable input for any navigation app — or use the Google Maps link for this exact location.

If you are travelling by public transport, plan the last leg around the postcode rather than the service name — journey planners resolve postcodes far more reliably. Arriving by car, check parking arrangements when you book: town-centre services often rely on nearby public car parks, while suburban and residential locations usually offer on-site or on-street options.

Accessibility needs are best flagged in advance: step-free access, hearing loops, interpreters and longer appointments are all reasonable adjustments providers are expected to accommodate under the Equality Act, and a note on your booking makes the visit run as it should.

If this location is not convenient, the nearest comparable alternative is Sefton Park, roughly 0.4 miles away — the nearby providers section below lists more options with distances.

Registration with the Care Quality Commission is what permits this service to operate. What helps you choose is everything the regulator publishes about it afterwards.

The CQC inspects against five questions — is the service safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led — and publishes its findings. For Westcliffe House Limited, the registered provider is Westcliffe House Limited. The most recent recorded check took place on 23 March 2020. The official CQC record for this location carries the current registration status, ratings where awarded, and every published inspection report.

Reading a report efficiently: start with the well-led section (it predicts everything else), then safe. Look at the direction of travel across the last two inspections rather than a single snapshot, and treat "requires improvement" with a credible action plan differently from the same rating with repeated findings. If anything in a report concerns you, raising it with the service directly is both fair and revealing — well-run providers answer plainly.

Weston Super Mare has 128 CQC-registered healthcare providers in total, of which 5 are healthcare providers — so genuine comparison is possible before you commit. The full Weston Super Mare directory and the local rehabilitation (substance abuse) listing let you shortlist alongside this profile.

When comparing the 5 providers of this type in Weston Super Mare, three checks separate a confident choice from a gamble. First, read the provider's most recent CQC inspection report — not just the headline rating but the safe and well-led sections, which reveal how the service actually runs. Second, confirm practical fit: opening hours, accessibility, and whether the location works for repeat visits. Third, ring the service and ask your specific questions; how a provider handles a first phone call tells you a great deal about how it treats its patients.

Where is Westcliffe House Limited located?

Westcliffe House Limited is at 12 Madeira Road,Weston Super Mare, BS23 2EX, in Weston Super Mare (South West region). The full postcode works in any sat-nav or journey planner.

How do I contact Westcliffe House Limited?

Call 01934629897 during opening hours. The practice also runs a website with an enquiry route. For funding-route questions (NHS availability, fees), asking directly by phone gets the current position.

Is Westcliffe House Limited regulated?

Yes — it is registered with the Care Quality Commission (location ID 1-117146210) under the registered provider Westcliffe House Limited. Registration is a legal requirement for delivering this type of care in England and brings ongoing inspection.

When was Westcliffe House Limited last checked by the CQC?

The most recent check recorded on the register took place on 23 March 2020. The full inspection history is on the official CQC record linked from this page.

What are the nearest alternatives to Westcliffe House Limited?

The closest comparable providers are Sefton Park (0.4 miles), Meijer House (1.1 miles), The Links (1.6 miles). Each has a full profile on this site with contact details and registration information.

Do I need a GP referral?

It depends on the funding route. NHS-funded care usually requires a GP or specialist referral, while privately funded patients can normally self-refer. Call the provider to confirm which routes it accepts.

What does CQC registration actually guarantee?

It guarantees the provider has met the fundamental standards for safety, staffing, governance and safeguarding required by law in England, and that it remains subject to ongoing inspection and enforcement by the regulator.