Service providers
Landlord Anchor
Care Provider EveryDay Care & Support (Age UK North Tyneside)
The building
Fontburn Court first opened in 1999. It has three storeys, with one lift (8-person capacity) and two stairwells. On the ground floor there is a large lounge/dining room and a large kitchen that can be used by residents to make tea and coffee at any time. On the top floor there is quiet room that can be used for hobbies such as reading, painting and sewing, as well as for meetings. The large kitchen can also be used for catering for parties and events.
Two separate bathing suites, with baths with raising mechanisms and hoists are available for residents to use.
A guest room is available that can be used by relatives or guests overnight, with an adjoining bathroom.
There is a scooter store / garage for 4 electric scooters. There is also a laundry room with two washers and two dryers.
New tenants are encouraged to move in with their pets when the pets care can be managed by their owner.
There is a very large south facing garden with a lawned areas, paved patio areas, benches and other seating, as well as several mature trees, fruit trees and shrubs. There is also a dedicated space for residents to do some gardening. A designated smoking area with shelter is also available.
Car parking
12 parking spaces available.
Local public transport
Nearest Metro station Meadowell ¼ mile; Percy Main ¼ mile
Nearest bus stop ¼ mile
Nearest train station Newcastle Central Station 8 miles
Local bus services run regularly to North Shields, the coast, Newcastle and Wallsend.
The accomodation
Fontburn Court has 31 one-bedroom apartments. Each apartment has:
- Ensuite with walk in showers, toilets and sinks
- Fully functional kitchen
Cafe, resturant and meal options
There is no café in the building.
Additional support and costs
A hairdresser visits the building once a week.
A therapy room is available for health professionals/chiropodist etc
Activities
Lots of activities are available throughout the week including bingo, fish and chip Fridays (including dessert), parties and special events for celebrations – e.g., birthdays, Halloween, Christmas; monthly singer, chair based exercises, quizzes and monthly religious services.
Tenancy related costs for 2025/26
The breakdown of the monthly charges is as follows:
Amount
Net Rent £ 406.26
General Service Charge £ 339.02
Support Costs £ 22.47
Heating and Hot Water £ 59.65
Water Rates £ 8.36
Total Monthly Charge £ 835.76
Note:
- Prices vary throughout the scheme therefore it is advised queries are made directly with the landlord
- If you are eligible to receive Housing Benefit then the cost you pay may be a lot lower.
- Care costs are separate to the tenancy costs
- Rental information provided is accurate at May 2025
Information accurate at May 2025
