Woodlands Park Care Centre

Aylesbury Road, Great Missenden HP16 9LS
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  • Woodlands Park Care Centre, Great Missenden
Welcome to Woodlands Park Care Centre in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire. Located just outside the quiet village of Great Missenden, the team provide expert care for people living with dementia in 24-hour residential care. The home is blessed with a long-serving support team that provides high-quality, person-centred care within a homely environment. They offer long-term, respite and dementia care.

The charming home comprises 27 light and airy bedrooms which are mostly equipped with en-suite facilities. Companion rooms may be available upon request. They encourage residents to furnish their new surroundings with familiar pieces of furniture and personal possessions to make them feel truly at home. While bedrooms provide a tranquil area to rest and relax, the bright and attractive communal day rooms offer residents the opportunity to catch up with friends over a pot of tea, enjoy one of the guest entertainers or simply recline in front of their favourite films. The day rooms offer serene views across the well-maintained gardens and the Chiltern Hills.

At Woodlands Park, residents are encouraged to take part in a range of engaging activities based on their lifestyle needs and preferences. Many activities take place within the home environment and include garden parties, barbecues, arts/crafts and quiz nights. The team empower individuals to enjoy those everyday routines they cherish, whether that’s having a salon blow-dry and manicure or keeping up to date with their favourite sports. All are encouraged and available. As well as being encouraged to enjoy the home's magnificent landscaped gardens, residents also enjoy regular days out and seasonal trips further afield.

The professional catering team deliver nutritionally balanced meals that are appealing to residents. Their professional food suppliers deliver high-quality food designed specifically for the healthcare sector.
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Care Provided by Woodlands Park Care Centre

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 35 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Lift
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1700

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Woodlands Park Care Centre to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Woodlands Park Care Centre to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

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

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Marie Shouler (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (19)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (8)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (18)

Woodlands Park Care Centre Reviews (63)

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Woodlands Park Care Centre has a Review Score of 10 (9.990) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodlands Park Care Centre has 63 reviews.

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Review from P W (Sister of Resident) published on 4 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister has settled in really well at Woodlands Care Home. She is being extremely well cared for by the very kind, caring staff. Communication is excellent. I receive regular updates on her health and well-being, which is so important to me as I do not live locally. When visiting the care home, there
is always a warm welcome in a relaxed, homely atmosphere. There are plenty of activities which include music and singing, and occasional days out for those who are able to attend. I am extremely pleased with the exceptional service and care my sister receives at Woodlands.
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Review from Ceri A (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 29 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would not hesitate to recommend this wonderful care home to anyone looking for a kind, nurturing environment for their loved one. After a nasty fall at home, we contacted Woodlands Park for urgent respite care. Following a visit arranged within half an hour of my call, my Mother-in-Law decided that
the home had a lovely feel to it and she would be happy to stay there. Despite it being late in the day, the staff pulled out all the stops to allow her to move in straight away. I will always be extremely grateful for the concern and kindness shown during what was a very difficult time for us. When she had a serious medical episode soon after arriving, which may not have raised concerns elsewhere, they knew her so well that they immediately called for an ambulance and almost certainly saved her life. From being critically ill in hospital, since returning she has improved beyond all expectation, undoubtedly due to the care she has received. I would recommend them wholeheartedly.
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Review from Polly B (Friend of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I went to visit my friend's nan over Christmas who I am very close with. It was so lovely to see how much confidence and how happy she is since moving into the care home. The staff are so friendly and you can see how much love and care goes into their work.
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Review from J E (Sister of Resident) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My impression of the home was one of warmth where individuals are valued and respected. The staff were active, caring and importantly light-hearted, chatting with residents and relatives. As a visitor I felt welcome and staff were more than willing to show me around. The staff also were more than welcoming
to my sister's husband who visits daily, enabling him to eat with my sister when appropriate. They had special treatment on their anniversary.
Location and grounds are good.
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Review from Z S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Woodlands are warm, welcoming and always so kind. They provide the highest standard of care and we have every confidence in them. Couldn't recommend them more and it's also a lovely, clean environment.
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Review from Ceri H (Husband of Resident) published on 20 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As you can imagine, the decision to put my wife into a care home was one of the hardest I've ever had to make but it's safe to say that choosing Woodlands Park has totally put my mind at ease as I've seen the progress she has made due to the wonderful care and compassion the staff have shown her - and
myself too. I am treated like a part of their family when I visit and everyone is so friendly.
I thoroughly recommend Woodlands
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Review from Peter J (Son of Resident) published on 8 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic carehome team who have supported my father with the most attentive care. My dad has improved over the last year due to the teams support. They all challenge my dad to do activities that help with his mental health and well being. Its one big family working together for the best needs of my
dad and others in there care. I am so grateful! Thank you
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Review from Jane B (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has now been a resident at Woodlands Park for three and a half years. They have taken great care of her during that time and, as her condition has progressed, have adapted their support to her increasing needs. They have recently obtained a special chair for her which ensures her comfort and
support at all times.
The feeling at Woodlands Park is one of love and care in a real home setting and we wouldn't want Mum to be anywhere else.
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Review from Belinda B (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Woodlands Park to anyone who is looking for a home away from home for a relative. It's never easy making the decision to place a loved one in a home but the carers and staff at Woodlands have helped make the transition for our mum a great experience. The kindness and
compassion shown to the residents and their families is second to none. I live in America so knowing that my mum is being taken care of so well, treated like family and helped to rediscover a quality of life gives me so much peace of mind. My sister and father are able to visit whenever they want, and tea and cake are always offered - it's like our father's second home! You really can't ask for better than that .
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Review from Sophie F (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nanny has recently moved to Woodlands Park and the staff have been so welcoming and caring. Sadly my nan has deteriorated quickly but knowing she is in this home gives me some sort of comfort as everyone is so caring, especially with a (slightly) tricky resident.. They have worked tirelessly to build
up my nans strength to the point where she can now spend her days downstairs mingling with the other people living there and enjoy the activities that are put on and even have her nails painted in her favourite colour. Thank you to all the staff at Woodlands for all that you do.
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Review from Edward M (Son of Resident) published on 24 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The management and all the staff at woodlands care home go above and beyond to make sure my mum is comfortable safe and happy. It's not an easy job, not only to give my mother exceptional care but also for the rest of the residents. Just looking around and you see that all the residents are clean
happy and comfortable. They have also been such a big emotional support for my entire family. All the staff are brilliant but an extra special shout out to The manager Marie, Lara, Mandi and the house keeper Gina. They never fail to put a smile on my face making visiting my mother a more pleasurable experience.
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Review from Amanda F (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend Woodlands Park highly enough - right from when they assessed my mum to her now living there, they have made us feel like part of their family. So compassionate and caring- not just to my mum but to all of us who visit but especially my dad who now feels like it's his second home.
The decision to put mum into a care home was not an easy one but we have definitely, 100%, made the right choice with Woodlands Park. Thank you to all the staff, residents and Kiki the cat for welcoming us with open arms and hearts
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Review from Maria S (Friend of Resident) published on 20 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am a long term friend/companion of a resident at Woodlands Park. After a bad fall earlier this year my friend's family chose this care centre for some respite care for her. While she was there she had a medical emergency to which the staff responded with total professionalism, calmness and great care.
My friend then became a permanent resident and is very happy here. She is very well looked after and enjoys some of the many activities offered here and is full of praise for the staff. The staff are all very friendly and welcoming whenever I visit and I love that they call me by my first name. The care centre is in a beautiful setting and has a lovely homely feel. Care and safety of the residents is paramount. My friend's family made an excellent decision when they chose Woodlands Park.
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Review from Tessa B (Sister of Resident) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Just wanted to say that I had a wonderful visit to my sister today ( with my niece). Because it was 11/11 there was a short service with a visiting preacher and choir and a trumpeter to play the last post and reveille and all who attended seemed very moved by it all and it was obvious by her behaviour
that my sister loved it. Actually every time I visit,I feel Woodlands sort of puts a warm hug around all the residents and envelopes them with care and kindness and also welcomes visitors so that there are always smiles and gentleness and generosity to give a wonderful atmosphere. It is very reassuring that my sister is living happily and peacefully. Thank you.
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Review from Justin F (Son of Resident) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident here for nearly two years and me and my sisters (and Mum if she could say it) could not be happier. This is her second care home and although we were very happy with the first one, Woodlands has transformed her. One expects that with dementia the best you can hope for is
contentment but I really do think that Mum is happy. The setting here is lovely with excellent views across the valley where Mum has lived for the last 60 years. The staff are all so friendly and clearly are very fond of Mum which is so warming to see. It is a converted old country house with a rambling feel which I am sure is partly why Mum feels so at home.
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Review from E M (Resident) published on 18 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic love it.
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Review from Jamie A (Son of Resident) published on 11 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mother went to Woodlands Park for some respite care, after struggling at home and getting progressively weaker. Despite being almost full, the staff were able to fit her in, and made my Mother and the family feel thoroughly welcome and safe. It was a big relief.
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access, but set well back and up from the main road, with greenery all around. We are always greeted warmly in a relaxed manner, yet a keen eye can see the safeguarding measures are in place discreetly. There are also regular visits from our surgery.
After three weeks, my Mother became critically ill (for pre-existing reasons), and the actions by the Woodlands staff undoubtedly saved her life. That she lived was a great surprise to the doctors in the Critical Care Unit, much less her being well enough to leave after only two weeks. When asked where she would like see out her days if she couldn't return home, she emphatically chose Woodlands Park as she loves it so much. Enough said.
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Review from T G (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I just wanted to thank all of the staff at woodlands. My sister and I visited mum today. Yet again she sat there proudly admiring her nails she had had painted. The staff are amazing, they spent time explaining how things are developing, for mum and answered all our queries. They went through all
the fun things that the residence had participated in eg mad hatters tea party and also trips out for those that can manage it. We find the Facebook page so helpful by keeping you up dated with all the fun the residences have been up to. I honestly don't know how they do it. All the residence are nurtured and well cared for. Thanks again we left content knowing mum was happy.
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Review from Kelly M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Woodlands is such a wonderful place not only is it set in a beautiful location the staff are amazing, always going that extra mile. My mum has been here for just over 2 years now and I can't thank them enough for the kindness, patience, compassion and love they show not just her but also me. It's a
beautiful welcoming home that we were so lucky to find, my mum is very happy and cared for exceptionally well.
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Review from Cheryl J (Friend of Resident) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cannot speak highly enough, fabulous staff, home is always clean and friendly, plenty of activities and outings, my friend is extremely happy at Woodlands. She has a wonderful room with gorgeous views which she loves.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.990)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.990) out of 10 for Woodlands Park Care Centre is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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 4.990 for Woodlands Park Care Centre is calculated as follows: ( (288 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 291 Ratings = 4.99
  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 Woodlands Park Care Centre is based on 25 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 35 registered maximum number of service users is 7, which has been reached with 25 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: 14 Aug 2024

Overall Requires improvement

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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Meet the Team (1)

Marie

Marie Shouler

Job Title: Centre Manager Joined: 2008

I have been working in the Health Care Sector for over 30 years, 17 of these as Centre Manager at Woodlands Park Care Centre. I pride myself on being compassionate, dedicated, having a sense of humour and taking pride in everything I do. I love working at Woodlands Park and appreciate the value we add to the lives of those in our care. I believe the standard of care we provide is great, but I am always seeking to add value to our residents’ wellbeing and daily life at Woodlands Park.

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodlands Park Care Centre

What types of Care is Woodlands Park Care Centre registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Woodlands Park Care Centre have?

There are 19 Single Rooms and 8 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Woodlands Park Care Centre?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Lift, Gardens, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Woodlands Park Care Centre to the centre of Great Missenden?

1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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