Our Story
Nearly Four Decades of Family Care
In 1987, the Dhaliwal family saw something special in a 17th-century manor house at the heart of Old Farnley village. Not just a beautiful building, but a place that could become home to people who needed warmth, dignity, and genuine belonging.
Thirty-seven years later, Manor House Residential Home remains in the same family's care. It is a rare thing in this sector: a home where continuity is not a promise on a brochure but a daily reality. Most of our carers have been with us for over fifteen years. They know every resident by name, by preference, by the small things that make a life feel like a life.
We are a relaxed home with a friendly, home-from-home atmosphere. The ethos has never changed: to provide a family environment where our residents can live an independent and dignified life, with full support whenever they need it.
— The Dhaliwal Family, CMJSD Care Ltd
What We Offer
Care That Fits Your Needs
Every person who comes to Manor House has a different story. We offer flexible care to match, whether you need long-term support, specialist dementia care, or simply a short stay to try us out.
Residential Care
Long-term care in a genuine home setting. Personal care plans, 24-hour support, and the freedom to live as independently as you wish. Thirty beds across single and shared rooms, many with ensuite facilities.
Dementia Care
Specialist support from experienced carers who understand dementia. Familiar routines, gentle engagement, and an environment designed to feel safe and reassuring every day.
Respite & Trial Stays
Short-term stays for recovery, family breaks, or simply to see if Manor House is the right fit. No long-term commitment needed — just come and spend time with us.
Mental Health Support
Compassionate care for those living with mental health conditions. A calm, structured environment with understanding staff and access to visiting health professionals.
Life at Manor House
More Than Care. A Life Worth Living.
The Small Things That Matter Most
At Manor House, care is not measured in policies and procedures. It is measured in the things that happen without anyone asking. The carer who notices a change in mood before the resident says a word. The member of staff who goes out for strawberries because someone fancied them and the shop was still open.
This is a pet-friendly home. Residents are welcome to bring their companions with them — and yes, pets get their own care plans. One resident's cat arrived with him in 2017 and was given exactly that: a care plan of its own.
All meals are home-cooked using fresh ingredients, with a varied daily menu to suit all cultures and tastes. The dining room overlooks the extensive gardens, where residents enjoy afternoon teas and gentle walks through the grounds.
Creative Pursuits
Painting, baking, knitting, arts and crafts days. Making things, sharing skills, finding new ones.
Social & Wellbeing
Sing-alongs, quizzes, manicures, makeovers. Regular hairdresser visits and visiting health professionals.
Gardens & Grounds
Extensive landscaped gardens for afternoon teas, gentle walks, and enjoying the beauty of the historic grounds.
Four Centuries of Character
A Building With Stories in Its Walls
These walls have sheltered people for four hundred years. Manor House is not merely old; it is Grade II* listed, a designation given to buildings of particular importance. Only 5.8% of all listed buildings in England achieve this status.
The manor sits at the historic heart of Old Farnley, a settlement recorded in the Domesday Book in 1086, when the estates were held by Swain Fitz Alric. Over the following centuries, the land passed through some of England's notable families: the Harringtons, the Nevilles, the Brudenells, and the Danbys, who held the manor for three hundred years from 1497.
The present building dates to the 17th century and has been sensitively modernised to meet modern care standards while retaining its extraordinary character. Original stonework, period features, and the distinctive atmosphere of a building that has stood for centuries — these things cannot be replicated. They can only be preserved.
An annex provides accommodation for residents seeking greater independence, combining modern comfort with proximity to the main house and its gardens.
Old Farnley recorded in the Domesday Book. Estates held by Swain Fitz Alric.
The Danby family take ownership of the manor. Their stewardship lasts three centuries.
The present manor house is built. Grade II* listed by Historic England (ref: 1336304).
The Dhaliwal family establish Manor House as a residential care home. A new chapter begins.
Approaching 40 years of continuous family ownership. CQC rated Good across all categories.
Why Families Trust Us
Built on Time, Proven by Record
Some things cannot be achieved quickly. Trust takes years. Consistency takes decades. Our numbers speak to both.
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: 12 April 2019Manor House achieved Good across all five categories in 2019, following a genuine improvement journey. A focused inspection in January 2022 on infection prevention confirmed the Good rating. This is a home that identified where it needed to be better — and did the work.
Families' Words
What People Say About Manor House
"My dad came to Manor House in November 2017. He was able to have his cat with him, who was also given a care plan!"
"The staff quickly got to know my dad's personality and recognise very quickly a change which means that he is unwell. The whole team at Manor House are fantastic and I cannot thank them enough for the dedicated care they have provided."
"Since dad going into Manor House I have peace of mind and know that he is very well cared for."Carol P.
"I would highly recommend Manor House. My father was placed here after we brought him home after spending 20 years in Wiltshire. All the staff are professional and helpful."
"I cannot thank them enough for everything they did for my father and all the other residents."Michelle W.
"The care given to my mother-in-law by the staff couldn't have been better — they all showed such compassion. I have nothing but praise and admiration."
"Special people providing special care."Gill R.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Manor House Residential Home
Leeds, LS12 5HA