Surrey care homes recognised as part of the nation’s Top 20 Care Home Group awards
Elizabeth Finn Homes, who own and operate Merlewood and Eversfield, has been named a top 20 mid-size care home group 2026 by Carehome.co.uk.
This prestigious award recognises the highest rated providers based on reviews from residents, family and friends, highlighting excellence in care.
Merlewood is situated in Virginia Water and Eversfield in Reigate, both part of a group of eight homes all located across southern England and the home counties.
Together the group achieved an overall score of 9.8 out of 10.
The award does not just recognise the group’s commitment to care but also to resident wellbeing, enrichment of daily life and the provision of an environment full of love and inclusion.
All of the homes in the Elizabeth Finn group are rated Outstanding or Good by the Care Quality Commission, reflecting the high levels of safety, comfort and individualised support.
Olivia Curno, CEO of Elizabeth Finn Homes, said: “We are absolutely delighted and so proud to receive a Top 20 Care Home Group 2026 Award from carehome.co.uk.
“Thank you to everyone who took time to provide a review and for recognising the amazing role our teams play in creating loving, caring homes for all our residents.
“The carehome.co.uk Top 20 Group award is a mark of excellence and serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone in our home.”
Eversfield is a Victorian villa located close to the heart of Reigate in its own extensive grounds and offers 52 bedrooms plus a brand new 16 bed nursing wing.
Merlewood, in the quiet countryside of Virginia Water is a Victorian house overlooking the Surrey Hills. It is situated in 23 acres of grounds and offers 64 bedrooms.
Both homes provide residential and nursing care on a permanent or short stay basis as well as end of life care.
The carehome.co.uk Top 20 awards do not just recognise excellence in care but help to reassure families that they are choosing a home they can trust and that meets expectations.
The awards are based on over 100,000 reviews and for the Care Home Group award, at least 80% of homes in the group must have high scores.