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There is a local shopping centre nearby with a chemist, post office and newsagents. The Blue...
Care Provided by Excelcare Dovecote Manor
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 44 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Excelcare Dovecote Manor for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Excelcare Dovecote Manor 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Excelcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- George Butnaru (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: -1
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (44)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (44)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at any time
Parking
- Free on-site parking for visitors
Excelcare Dovecote Manor Reviews (72)
Excelcare Dovecote Manor has a Review Score of 10 (9.952) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Excelcare Dovecote Manor has 72 reviews.
I have lived here for 7 months it is wonderful. I like the people and the food and care are wonderful.
Thank you for your review, we are so pleased you are happy at Dovecote. your words and feedback mean a great deal to the team at Dovecote, thank you for taking the time to share them.
Dad has been at Dovecote for a few months now and the change in him has been incredible. He is so much healthier, cleaner and happier than when he was trying to look after himself. All of the staff are amazing and I actually enjoy going in to visit him.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review for Dovecote. It is lovely to hear that your dad has improved and you are happy with the home. Kind regards
My family and I are totally delighted with the superb care he is receiving from all the staff, and we have noticed some improvement in his condition.
I'm sure the huge variety of activities has helped him.
Due to a bad experience with another care home in the past, good care homes are hard to find, so finding Dovecote has been a life changer for all of us.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review for Dovecote Manor. It's lovely to hear that your husband is doing well in the home. Kind regards
My Mum has been living at Dovecote Manor for two years. She feels safe and happy and I am so thankful that we found such a wonderful home. From the manager down to the carers, we couldn't wish for better care. The staff are always responsive to any queries or concerns I may have, and treat their residents with care and respect. Mum's wellbeing has improved significantly while she's been there, even while her dementia is progressing. The home puts on frequent and varied activities but I've also walked in to find a carer sitting with Mum just doing puzzles or reading with her, and I've witnessed individual care like this in the lounge too. This encouragement and engagement enriches the residents' lives incredibly. The staff are dedicated to their residents and enjoy the activities with them. My family is delighted and thankful that Mum has such excellent care. Thank you Dovecote!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It is lovely to hear that you feel mums well being has improved. The team will be thrilled to hear your kind words about their dedication to enrichment and activities. We have some great events and trips coming up which everyone is looking forward to. Thank you for sharing your touching review
My first visit to Dovecote was 25.2.24 I visited today also with my son and I am still finding it surreal! The welcome I/we received was so valuable to me on the first visit especially as due to circumstances beyond my control I had lost touch with my birth mother and I was nervous. I was listened to without judgement, I was understood and reassured at a time when it was vital that I was. I could not believe how calming, genuine, friendly and welcoming staff were and most importantly how different the resident was in herself, relaxed, smiling and at home! That first visit, I had no idea what to expect and today was more of the same! it genuinely still blows me away! We are so thankful! What a professional, lovely, caring place!
Thank you so much for your heartwarming review. Hearing the impression the home and the team has left on you is very touching and we are so honoured to care for your loved one. We know it can be a daunting situation, so it's great to hear that you can see a positive change and that you feel she has settled in well. Thank you again for your lovely words.
My 90-year-old mum has been part of the Dovecote family for over 4 years. Apart from the usual care, kindness and support Mum gets every day, leading up to Christmas Mum was involved in lots of fun activities and we were treated to lots of photos and videos of everyone enjoying themselves. I am so thankful Mum is a resident at Dovecote and that she has such excellent care.
Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased that your mother enjoyed the Christmas activities at Dovecote Manor. We will pass on your comments to the team members. It's very heartwarming to know that you appreciate the care and support that the home provides.
In fact, my mum says that when her time comes, she too would be happy to live here.
Thank you, Dovecote, for all you stand for and for all that you do.
Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that your father has settled in well at Dovecote Manor. We will pass on your comments to the team, who work really hard to create a warm and nurturing environment for all our residents. Your feedback means a lot to us.
Knowing that my dad is being well cared for by the lovely team at Dovecote Manor and that if he falls there's someone to help him up. Seeing how happy he is when he joins in with whatever activity is going on there is always something and he particularly likes when they get to go outside, but knowing he is safe.
Thank you for your lovely review of Dovecote Manor. The team will be delighted to read this and it is super to hear that your dad is happy in the home and getting involved. Kind regards.
I am so happy and relieved my husband is in Dovecote Manor. He is so happy and always has a smile on his face. The staff are wonderful, always smiling and friendly. It's a lovely atmosphere, he has a lovely room. I feel content to leave him there. It really feels like a lovely family home.
Thank you for your lovely review of Dovecote. It's so good to hear that your husband is happy in the home. Kind regards
My brother has only been a resident for a couple of weeks, but I cannot think of anything that can be improved on. He always has a smile on his face when I visit, and the staff do too. He enjoys the activities and the company of other residents. His room is lovely and will soon look like home. It really does feel like home! As a visitor, I always feel welcome.
Thank you, Rona, for the lovely review for Dovecote; the team will be thrilled to read this, and it's good to know that your brother has settled well. Kind regards.
My 96-year-old mother was admitted to Dovecote Manor in June of 2023. She has dementia and other health issues, including breast cancer and was unable to remain at home despite 4x carer visits a day. Although reluctant to leave her home, she has gradually settled in well. Staff gave her time and support to establish her routine. She now asks to join other residents in the lounge. I feel all her needs are being met very well.
Good afternoon, that's an amazing age of 96! Thank you for your lovely heart-warming review of the home. It's lovely to hear that you are happy with the care at the home. Kind regards.
My dad's care has been excellent, we couldn't ask for more from the care team.
Thank you so much for your review we are so pleased that you and Dad are happy with the care.
My mum has been a resident at Dovecote Manor for about three years. I visit often and I must say how happy Mum always is. There are always plenty of activities available and it is nice to see Mum on the social media page joining in. The home is clean and the carers are kind and caring. I definitely feel happy knowing that Mum is safe and cared for.
Thank you for your kind review which has been shared with the team. We are really pleased that Mum is happy living at Dovecote.
Grandad has been here only 2 weeks and he has settled in so well. He seems happy and more awake than he would usually be. Thank you for making him smile and for making Nan feel at ease.
Thank you for your review of Dovecote, it is heartwarming to hear that your grandad is happy in the home. The team will be so pleased to read this.
Entertainment was provided for residents, keeping them engaged. My room was very comfortable, had ample storage space, was well equipped and considerably more spacious than other care homes I have visited.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a kind review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Dovecote Manor and I will pass on your comments to the team. We look forward to seeing again.
Fantastic staff, very caring and engaged with the residents, the facilities are also always spotlessly clean. Entertainment and keeping residents involved with games and activities is great to see, well done to all the staff for your efforts.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review for Dovecote Manor. We are so pleased you are happy with the home and that your father-in-law is enjoying the entertainment and activities there.
I am happy with everything at Dovecote, the care of my aunt is brilliant the staff are friendly and helpful and she has always looked well, smiling and laughing. I am happy because she is happy.
Thank you very much for your review of Dovecote Manor, it's lovely to see your aunt is so happy in the home. Take care and kind regards.
From day one of placing Mum into a care home, I have been impressed with the cleanliness, the care team and the office support at Dovecote Manor. Over the time Mum has been there, this has only continued to impress me and confirms that Mum is well looked after and loved. The extra help I have received in getting Mum to an audiology appointment has been fabulous. I cannot thank everyone enough at Dovecote Manor for all they do, they are truly amazing.
Thank you for taking the time to write your lovely review of Dovecote, we are so pleased you feel your mum is well loved and looked after and your compliments mean so much to the team. Kind regards.
My father is very well catered for in Dovecote Manor, he's always clean and tidy, never smells of urine even though he's incontinent, everybody from the dinner ladies or men to the management help him or chat with him even though they are very busy doing their jobs. Nothing is too much trouble which puts my mind at rest without worrying about my father. Top marks for a top place!
And thank you for a top review. It is lovely for us to hear such genuine and kind words for the home. We are so pleased your father is being well looked after in Dovecote.
Since moving to Dovecote Manor she has been much happier, her physical and mental health have both improved, she regularly sees a hairdresser and the staff have arranged for her to obtain new spectacles and a new set of dentures which she resisted whilst living alone.
In spite of her developing more symptoms of dementia, including the odd violent outburst, all the staff at Dovecote Manor have continued to behave in an exemplary manner offering a kind and caring service.
As my wife and I live some distance from the home and can only visit weekly we are kept updated on her progress ensuring that we know she is living in a safe, warm and caring environment.
Kind regards
Celia
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 July 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (16) & Events (1)
- 06 Aug 2026
On 16 July 2026, Dovecote Manor Care Home came alive with colour, music, food, laughter, and the celebration of cultures from around the world. From 4:00 pm, residents, their families,...
- 27 Jul 2026
You’re warmly invited to join us for a wonderful afternoon of fun, laughter and community spirit! We are delighted to invite our residents, families, friends, team members and local community...
- 08 Jul 2026
It makes me deeply sad when people default to the stereotype that care homes are lonely, bleak or institutional places. Too often, care homes are spoken about as a last...
- 16 Aug 2026Organiser: Excelcare Dovecote Manor
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Meet the Team (2)

George began his career in healthcare in 2014 and has since gained extensive experience in both nursing and residential care. He holds a Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Leadership and Management and has worked in senior management since 2019, successfully leading teams and achieving positive outcomes in inspections. In 2024, George also achieved a first-class degree in Human Resources, further strengthening his leadership expertise.
Passionate about teamwork, communication, and recognition, George’s goal as Home Manager is to create a supportive culture where everyone can thrive.

Jayne started working at Dovecote Manor in June 2022.
Previously Jayne worked as a Teaching Assistant in a school.
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