Lansglade House

14 Lansdowne Road, Bedford MK40 2BU
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9.8 69 Reviews
  • Lansglade House, Bedford
Lansglade House in Bedford offers its residents excellent care in peaceful surroundings.

It is located near shops, public transport and Bedford’s local amenities and is the ideal setting for retirement, convalescence and relaxation.

Highly skilled, caring staff give residents the support they need to live a social, comfortable and relaxing life.   

Staff Lansglade House maximise resident choice and independence.

The management is committed to the recruitment and training of the highest quality staff.

To arrange a visit to the home or to discuss the care it offers contact Lansglade House.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 31 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1100 – £1250
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1100 – £1250

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Lansglade House to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Jacqueline Porthouse (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 1995
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (31)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)

Visiting

  • Currently no visiting restrictions in place.

Parking

  • There is off road parking in the car park at the front of the home.

Lansglade House Reviews (69)

9.8

Lansglade House has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.841) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Lansglade House has 69 reviews.

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Review from Mary S (Wife of Resident) published on 13 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very pleased with all the care and attention given by the staff at Lansglade House. My husband appears to be quite contented. I am extremely satisfied with all aspects of his care and can praise all members of staff for their kind help to patients. Thank you.
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Review from Sarah P (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad has been at Lansglade for just over six months and his care needs have become more complex. The support the Lansglade team have provided him and us is outstanding. The team's expertise and empathy are truly excellent. They keep us informed at all times and Dad is happier than he has been for years.
I can't thank the manager and team enough.
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Review from F C (Husband of Resident) published on 16 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As soon as you walk into the home it oozes with kindness and friendliness nothing is too much trouble for anyone. The room where my wife says is kept spotless. I cannot praise you enough and that goes for my daughter as well.
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Review from Nic J (Son of Resident) published on 21 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother stayed here following a month in hospital. The Manager and the team are very professional and kept our family up to date with the processes, what to expect and ongoing progress. The Activities Coordinator arranges great activities and takes time with each resident. All the staff are kind,
compassionate, and caring and treat their residents with respect.
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Review from P I (Stepson of Resident) published on 5 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My stepmother spent her remaining months at Lansglade House Care Home. The care and attention given to her by staff were exemplary. Although unable to fully communicate, she was obviously very comfortable with the staff and surroundings. They looked after her so well with great care an dignity. Thank
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Review from J S (Relative of Resident) published on 4 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As my loved ones care needs have increased so has the love and support of the staff at the home. There is always a warm welcome, a smile and laughter. I would highly recommend this lovely home for your loved ones.
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Review from S W (Sister of Resident) published on 3 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We as a family were very happy and satisfied with all aspects of care received by my sister during her stay with you. The atmosphere made it so easy to settle in. The food, staff and families on offer were of a very high standard. She was treated with the utmost respect and care for which we thank you
especially for the end-of-life care received.
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Review from Helen M (Niece of Resident) published on 21 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Lansglade were absolutely wonderful! My Aunt was cared for over and beyond what I could have hoped for, which was so reassuring when a loved one is at a vulnerable stage as my aunt was with advanced dementia. Thank you so very much!
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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been resident at Lansglade House Care Home for some years now and, as a family, we continue to be very grateful that a room was available to her after being discharged from hospital. She is most definitely a member of the Lansglade family and held in genuine affection by the caring, friendly
and helpful staff, many of whom have been at Lansglade for many years. Despite being confined to bed now, as she nears the end of her life, she is still involved in everyday activities which are adapted to her interests and capacity. Mum is safe and content. We couldn't ask for more.
Reply from Emma Ridout, Administrator at Lansglade House

Thank you for your comments, we always welcome kind words and it is a pleasure to care for your mum.

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Review from I J (Grandson of Resident) published on 30 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Grandad is so happy at Lansglade, the staff are really helpful and I recommend to anyone looking to move a loved one to speak to the manager and the team. Grandad loves the activities that the home provides.
Reply from Emma Ridout, Administrator at Lansglade House

Thank you for your lovely review, it is always nice to see you when you visit your grandad.

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Review from Martin S (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 15 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I write for myself and my sister to thank you for organising the exceptional care that my brother-in-law received while in your care home. I and my sister were in confusion at the time when care homes were under consideration earlier this year. Lansglade house was offered and from the very first introduction,
we knew he was in safe hands. My brother-in-law arrived with behaviour issues that must have been a challenge at the time but with the care and consideration from senior staff members and the referral to the relevant assessment teams he was managed successfully in an environment that he grew to enjoy and thrive. His progress in the home was always fully explained to the family members using non-medical language and good humour which was always appreciated. Nothing ever seemed to be too much trouble to any of the staff members which is highly creditable and should be recognised as the high level of training which all staff must have achieved.
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Review from Jo-Anne L (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has been at Lansglade House for a little over two weeks now and I can honestly say he has never looked better. The staff always seem friendly, happy and eager to help when I visit His room is clean and comfortable with big windows, so bright and sunny (when it shines). He has a toilet and sink
in his room and a shower room on his floor so he can be supervised when showering in case he falls. He tells me the food is very good and there's plenty of it. Lansglade have had a visit from a therapy animal group and took photos so I could talk to dad about it and the photos really prompted his memory of the visit The only negative I can think of is that dad likes very hot water for shaving and he tells me its not hot enough in his room but I guess there's a safety concern about very hot water.
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Review from Dawn R (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Although dad was only a resident at Lansglade House for a few weeks, we cannot praise them enough for the wonderful care he received. Mum was able to relax in the knowledge that he was safe and well cared for. The manager and her staff were lovely and nothing was too much trouble. I would definitely
recommend them to anyone looking for a residential place for their relative.
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Review from Ruth T (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to thank the management and all the staff at Lansglade House for their care of my mother who has sadly passed away. Mum was very happy there and considered it her home. She made friends amongst the residents and staff. The home dealt with her physical and mental wellbeing with patience,
understanding and kindness. We were always kept informed of mums ups and downs and were supported not only with mums death but also the deaths of my father and brother earlier in the year.
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Review from Peter C (Son of Resident) published on 10 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's been (and still is) a tough time for care homes. What's more, the declining health of my mother is challenging. However, the staff at Lansglade are so attentive, patient and kind, that I cannot recommend them highly enough.
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Review from Fiona R (Wife of Resident) published on 30 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a very happy and caring home and I am delighted with the way my husband is treated. I cannot comment on the quality of the food as I haven't been there at mealtime, though my husband has said that he is satisfied with the quality of the food. He is often helping the staff with light duties which
he loves doing and he asks them to give him things to do with them as well as laying tables for meals etc.
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Review from Julie D (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 June 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My lovely mum was watching TV when she suffered a stroke, if it wasn’t for the care and fast actions of staff I know my mum wouldn’t be alive today. The care and love is just outstanding not just for mum but for us as a family.
They truly need to be recognised for the amazing work they do and how they
love and care for all the residents, they really are one big happy family.
They are simply the best.
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Review from Julie H (Niece of Resident) published on 6 June 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Aunt has been at Lansglade House since December 2018, until her passing in May 2022. I can highly recommend the love, help and support shown to her during her stay, especially in the last few weeks when her health deteriorated and she became bedbound. All the staff were so friendly and caring and
communication was excellent. The home is very clean and she always had fresh sheets and her room was very tidy. All the staff went above and beyond to look after auntie so well, and it was a great comfort to know when I wasn't with her that she was left in safe hands. I can highly recommend Lansglade House, and thanks again for all the care given to my dear auntie.
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Review from Maria R (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been here since March, she is happy and content and settled in really quickly and I am happy knowing she is safe and well cared for. The staff are all amazing, kind, caring, friendly professionals. Every visit Mum tells me they are all lovely and I totally agree and they not only look after
her but support me as well. They keep me well informed and I can call at any time to see how she is and visiting is easily organised.


Mum is in her own world but she comments on how nice the rooms and food are and she has put on weight since arriving. She is always clean, neat and tidy in appearance and loves having her nails painted. Her room which is bright and comfy is kept clean and tidy. I am so pleased my mum is here and that she is happy, it has such a homely feel to it - I couldn't ask for a better place for her. Just want to say thank you for making a hard decision so much easier.

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Review from Brenda N (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad was at Lansglade for nearly 4 years with advanced dementia. I can not thank the staff enough for the wonderful care that he received. The staff are dedicated and knowledgeable.
They were so understanding of his needs and when I regularly visited dad he always looked calm and comfortable.
Lansglade has a homely feel and there is always a smile and some laughter. I have every admiration for the staff and thank them for their commitment particularly through recent challenging times.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.841)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.841) out of 10 for Lansglade House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.841 for Lansglade House is calculated as follows: ( (221 Excellents x 5) + (34 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 258 Ratings = 4.841
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Lansglade House is based on 22 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 31 registered maximum number of service users is 6.2, which has been reached with 22 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 2 Dec 2023

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

3 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 19 Sep 2025

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Jackie

Jackie Porthouse

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2020

Jackie is an experienced home manager with a wealth of experience.

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