THREE Oxfordshire care homes have been named among the best in the region, according to online reviews.

Staff and residents at Deddington's Featherton House care home enjoyed a party, to celebrate being named in the Top 20 Care Home Awards 2019 South East list.

The list is compiled by carehome.co.uk and highlights the 'most recommended' care homes in each region of the UK, based on reviews left by service users on the website.

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Gracewell of Adderbury care home near Banbury and Penhurst Gardens Care Home in Chipping Norton also made the top 20 list for the South East.

Holly Rose, home manager of Featherton House, said: “The team here are delighted with a top 20 award for the third time in four years.

“We continually strive to ensure standards are maintained and improved upon to ensure that residents are cared for with a person centred approach and remain at the forefront of our minds."