How can we help? 01912 863212
How can we help? 01912 863212
mariposa
elderly care
How can we help? 01912 863212
Welcome to Briardene
Newbiggin Lane
Westerhope, NE5 1NA
Call us on 01912 863212
Highly Trained Staff
Specialist Dementia Care
5* Food Hygiene
Tailored Care Plans
A Place To Socialise
Strong Community Links
Hair & Nail Salon
Cinema/TV Room
Dining Rooms
Landscaped Garden
Bespoke Interiors
Ally Cares Acoustic Monitoring
Electronic Care Planning
Wi-Fi Throughout
Digital Estate Management
Temperature Entry Screening For Infection Control
To the west of Newcastle upon Tyne and with access to excellent transport links, Briardene is located in the village of Westerhope, and specialises in nursing, dementia and respite care.
Rooms are modern and bright, with all facilities and amenities to ensure homely comforts, and we encourage residents to personalise their own space so they can feel at home. There are 60 bedrooms throughout the spacious home, which also benefits from large and airy communal spaces and beautiful gardens.
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We aim to make life at Briardene as enriching as possible. Our team of qualified nursing staff and carers are trained to the highest standards where we aim to provide a warm and inviting environment in which to relax and enjoy a healthy and enriching lifestyle. We are located to the west of Newcastle upon Tyne, with 60 large and airy, stylishly decorated and refurbished bedrooms which we encourage residents to personalise to make their own. We also have a varied range of excellent communal spaces having benefit from a comprehensive refurbishment.
We recognise that mealtimes are a focal part of anyones day. Nutritional well-being is vital to maintaining a healthy mind and body. Our regularly reviewed menus with resident input, provide a well-balanced nutritious choice of food which also caters for people who require special diets. There is also an alternative menu available just in case people would like a change. Drinks, snacks and nibbles including fruit are available through the day and the night. We welcome residents who like to bake, cook or help themselves whenever they would like. We can also cater for parties and celebrations for residents, and their families and friends.
Testimonials
Kim Chambers
We are delighted to introduce Kim Chambers as Home Manager at Briardene care home. Having been an integral part of the Mariposa Care team for many years, Kim is an exceptional home manager and we are confident the home will excel under her leadership. We look forward to watching Kim and her wonderful care team continue to provide outstanding care and support for all those living with us.
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We're delighted to be taking part in #CareHomeOpenWeek2026 from Monday 15th June! ✨ ⚽
We have a busy and exciting week planned, including some football-inspired activities to celebrate this year's World Cup theme. Here's a sneak peek at what we have planned throughout the week:
• Tuesday 16th: Hawaiian-Themed Garden Party with Sam Naylor Performance
• Wednesday 17th: Community Coffee Morning for residents, friends and families
• Thursday 18th: Party Day with Derek Hodgson Performance
We look forward to opening our doors to families, friends, professionals and members of our local community - we hope to see you soon to share what makes our home such a special place. Get in touch to find out more on 0191 286 3212 💜
We've been getting in the football spirit ahead of the World Cup next week!⚽️
What a blast we had with the King of Rock, Mike Memphis! 👏 🎵
We love a pamper session here at Briardene!💅
Tea, cake and a game of bingo - what a lovely afternoon!🫖 🍰
A little fun in the sun ☀️
Giving our gardens some much needed TLC in this sunny weather☀️
A few more photos from our recent trip out with Myley - it was wonderful to explore the different exhibits👏
Celebrating our lovely Hilda’s birthday 🎁
Newbiggin Lane
Westerhope
NE5 1NA
Call us on 01912 863212
