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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.
The family came to celebrate their Mum's (nan's/mother-in-law's) birthday. The staff at Dovecote Manor could not have been more obliging and helpful. The birthday cake was special and we all had a share. The presents and clothes were of good quality and were well received. The wonderful staff went above and beyond anything the family could have expected. Birthday decorations, balloons, banners and cards were all first-class. Thanks again for a great day. I know my mother-in-law loved every moment.
Thank you for taking the time to send in such a lovely review and we are so happy you were able to share Mum's special day. Kind regards.
I am happy with all of my care.
Thank you, it's great to hear from you and we are very happy to hear that all is well. Kind regards, Celia
I hope they don’t mind but I took one of the cards as I left as I couldn’t leave without sharing how amazing my visit was. I smiled all the way home and can rest easy knowing my aunt is so well looked after.
Thank you very much for your lovely words for Dovecote and the team that work there. It is heartwarming to hear that your great aunt is very happy in the home. Kind regards.
What a great Jubilee party it was at Dovecote Manor. The staff did an amazing job and you could see the joy it brought to the residents, families and staff. A chance to use the lovely garden area - roll on the next event.
Since Mum entered Dovecote Manor in December 2021, she has thrived and has nothing but great things to say about the care she receives. The staff are amazing and the manager clearly knows how a good care home should be run. She always has clean clothes, is stimulated by all the activities and has put on weight. Mostly, she is calm and happy to which I couldn't ask for much more! An amazing team!
Thank you for your excellent review of Dovecote, it is really heartwarming to read such lovely feedback. Kind regards, Celia.
Everyone is so friendly. The carers are amazing and the office staff and managers are so informative and understanding.
Thank you for your review of Dovecote. It is wonderful to hear that you are fully satisfied with the home. The team members and manager will be proud to read this.
I've listed myself as husband, although in reality we are divorced, but still close. My ex-wife thinks that we are still married. Since being welcomed at Dovecote towards the end of 2021, she has settled very well, is as contented as she can be and no longer asks when she is going home. For her, acceptance of change is a big step. Care is not only being cared for but being cared about and a feeling of safety, both for the resident and for the family. The entire team are professional, kind and true carers. Clearly, Dovecote is well managed and this filters through to every aspect of the care provided. Their approach to safety during the pandemic has been excellent.
Thank you for your review for Dovecote Manor. The team members at the home will be very pleased to hear this. I am happy to hear that your ex-wife has now settled in the home. Kind regards
A very welcoming home where the focus is clearly on the residents, their needs and preferences. Whilst the care provided has to be personal it is always carried out with the dignity of the resident in mind. Excellent relationships with relatives of the residents are sought and maintained.
Thank you, John, for your kind review of Dovecote, it is a truly remarkable home. I hope all continues to go well for your father-in-law. Kind regards
My father became a resident at Dovecote Manor in 2020 during the pandemic. This was a very difficult time for our family to realise that he was no longer able to be at home, but everyone at Dovecote made the transition so easy. Since then Dad has settled well. All the staff are so friendly and helpful. It's so good to know that Dad is being looked after so well and is safe.
Thank you for your kind words towards Dovecote Manor. It is good to hear that your dad has settled well into the home. The staff and manager will be happy to read this. Kind regards
The last two years have been difficult and it has been hard not to see my husband. I visited today and found him in good spirits although quite frail. He is full of praise for the care he gets and I found him content. The manager, especially, is his favourite and they enjoy good banter. The team are amazing and supportive. I just need to sort out a new mobile for him.
Thank you for the kind review of Dovecote it is lovely to hear that your husband is happy in the home. He does indeed enjoy good banter. Kind regards.
I visited a friend of mine in the care home last week. She looked so well and the carers were very friendly and reassuring. My friend is gluten-free like me and she said the home were really accommodating and the food was lovely. Thank you also to one member of staff who made me feel very welcome.
Thank you for taking the time to complete such a lovely review. It is good to hear that your friend is happy in the home and enjoying her meals. The staff will be proud to read this. Kind regards
Why when I pay nearly £5000 a month do I have to pay for toothpaste and shampoo? I am very happy that my husband is in the care of Dovecote staff, they are always helpful and caring.
Thank you for your review and we are very happy to hear that your husband is safe and happy in the home. We will contact you with regards to the toiletries. Kind regards, Celia
Difficult in Covid times. Why when spending £1000+ per week do we need to provide shower gel? Needs a haircut, not always shaved daily. The staff are generally very good and helpful.
Thank you for the good review for Dovecote Manor. The manager will be in contact with regard to the shower gel and hair cut. Kind regards
She has gained weight, made friends and was chatting to us in her lovely bedroom. The care staff are amazing, and they have made such a difference in her life. She said she felt safe there and talked about the carers in such an endearing way.
Thank you for your review of Dovecote Manor; we are thrilled to receive this review. It's super to read that she is happy in the home and glad we can offer safe visiting now. Kind regards.
This home looks after my husband extremely well. He refers to the carers as 'my ladies'. He is so happy when I visit. He is well cared for, I am so happy with the service I highly recommend this care home.
Thank you for your review of Dovecote. We were very pleased to hear that your husband is well looked after in the home. Kind regards.
Since becoming a resident at Dovecote his health and well-being have improved greatly with him gaining weight and becoming very settled at this wonderful home. The staff are very friendly and supportive to both residents and family.
Thank you for your kind words towards the home and staff and we were very pleased to hear that your father has settled into Dovecote Manor.
I was kept up to date with her every move and delighted to see that she is so happy.
She has gained weight and despite her dementia seems to be making some friends there which has not happened in previous homes. Her room is beautiful and we were allowed to bring in some of her things. You are all amazing. Thank you.
Thank you very much for your kind words about the home. We were exceptionally pleased to hear that things are going well for your great aunt. Kind regards, Celia
We celebrated my grandmother's 100th birthday yesterday. Despite the restrictions due to Covid-19, the team at Dovecote Manor Care Home ensured we were able to mark this monumental occasion as a family in the garden. Nannie was made to feel extra special and so much thought went in from the team - even ensuring her nails were painted and hair done for the party. Thank you for a wonderful day!
Thank you for your review and we were very pleased that the 100th birthday celebrations went well. Kind regards Celia Hardill.
Fantastic. Organised my grandma’s 100th birthday. Nan is very happy staying here and the staff are great.
Very efficient in every way.
I have no complaints at all.
Mum is as happy as she can be under the circumstances...and so am I.
Thank you. Much appreciated.
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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