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The home has warm, welcoming and cosy dining rooms and lounges. But if a quiet place is needed that can also be found, choice is so important.
Care Provided by Woodbury Court
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 94 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
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Woodbury Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Woodbury Court 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
- Runwood Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Mel Oliver(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (94)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Visiting
- Upon arriving at the home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. The home kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps maintain an accurate record of who is in the building. In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.
Parking
- The home includes dedicated parking spaces.
Woodbury Court Reviews (145)
Woodbury Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.865) out of 10, based on 50 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodbury Court has 145 reviews.
They have been particularly good at keeping my mum in contact with her family during the Coronavirus quarantine period by initiating video chats.
I am full of praise for the efforts made by everyone to provide a home from home for my mum.
Each visit we feel welcomed from the friendly staff who are polite, approachable and accommodating. We are updated with how Dad has been and what he’s been doing during the day.
The home is very clean with noticeable, continual maintenance, improvements and decorating along with new furnishings.
We have regular communication with management and the senior care team.
We always leave feeling very reassured that Dad is cared for, safe and happy living at Woodbury Court.
Dad is always comfy, clean and happy when I visit.
Home feels like home, staff always smiling and helpful. Plenty to do for the residents. Tea room always open.
All the carers are very helpful and most cheery.
The home deserves its CQC assessment as 'outstanding' because the home is a happy place and the staff are always supportive and willing to engage with the residents. Nothing is too much trouble and it is obvious to any visitor that the place is well managed as the staff are always happy and the 'call' bell is answered promptly.
My mum has been in Woodbury Court for over three years. The care is generally fantastic, as anywhere, you get odd carers who clearly have no interest in the job but the majority are lovely, caring and respectful. We recently lost my dad and staff went above and beyond to be thoughtful and helpful at a difficult time for the whole family. A recent stay in hospital showed mum is definitely better by miles in Woodbury Court.
I would recommend Woodbury Court as my father has been there since November last year and he is well looked after by all the staff that work there.
Her room was very clean and tidy and there was a lovely bright decor and window, it even had her own toilet facilities and wash basin so personal care could be taken care of.
Every day the menu was a good variety and she enjoyed the food every time and she was never hungry. Once Mother got mobile, on our visits we took her to the Tea room for mobility and access to the garden which is very well kept to sit in and enjoy the sunshine.
The staff were always very welcoming and happy to update you on how well Mother was doing and a meeting with the CTM/Social Worker was always available to so that we knew there was progress being made slow but sure. My Mother made a good recovery and is now at home with a care package until she is 100% but her stay here was great for her, the family and her health.
My mother in law arrived at Woodbury Court in January. Unfortunately, she has declined in health rather quickly and has needed more care than anticipated. The staff are so tentative, kind and understanding. They are there for all of her needs and it is a massive relief to leave her every day knowing she has been so well cared for. Really helps seeing familiar carers daily.
Very professional service, the home has a very welcoming atmosphere where nothing is too much trouble.
We were very impressed with the 'smart' care plan monitoring system used by the home which ensures that all residents requirements and treatments are accurately documented, analysed and regularly reviewed to ensure that all needs are met and catered for.
Full marks to the management team and staff for catering for Dad's needs and doing their best to make him feel welcome. Keep up the good work.
My mother has been at Woodbury Court now for four years. My sister and I are happy to see her being cared for by staff who are kind, considerate and friendly. They work very hard to ensure that all residents are looked after in their later years.
First impressions last, and from day one I was confident Dad was in the right place and in great hands. The environment was bright and airy, staff all looked like they wanted to be there, all pleasant and were reassuring. Dad came alive, he was enjoying the interaction with other residents and staff alike. He engaged in the activities that are well co-ordinated. Within 2 weeks he'd expressed his wish to stay permanently. The transition from rehabilitation to permanent went smoothly. I've developed a great relationship with the management and staff. The old boy is extremely happy and tells me he is well taken care of there. In turn, I've got peace of mind. At a time when there is so much negative press about care homes, and having had dealings with a few, I'm happy to say Woodbury Court is my idea of a home against which to be benchmarked. All that's left to say is "thank you".
The care home chosen was on a recommendation of a neighbour whose husband had been in there. Although only being in care for 3 1/2 weeks, before passing away painlessly in her sleep from a pulmonary embolism, the loving care and attention was of the highest standard. During her stay I visited daily, sometimes twice a day, both early morning and late evening, unannounced, and was always impressed by the carers on duty. It was very clear that all the carers were dedicated, showing loving care and concerned feelings for the resident's welfare.
Visitors were always made welcome by the staff and management would go to great lengths to accommodate any requests.
In all, I cannot speak highly enough of the service received, and although sadly my wifes stay was only short, I and my daughters who visited frequently take great comfort from the knowledge that her last days were contented.
Mum was in Woodbury Court for around 10 weeks. She was looked after well, she made friends not only with the other residents but also the carers. Her room was spacious and they let us put as many of mum's personal belongings such as pictures, ornaments and photos as she wanted. They made sure she was eating and most of all they could have a laugh with her, which was what mum needed.
From day one the staff have shown a level of care, that so obviously reflects a passion for working in care, it's much more than a job to this group at Woodbury Court. On behalf of myself and my family, a big thank you to all, for the continued support, help and kindness they have shown to me and my Aunt.
I find the care home clean, warm and a relaxing environment. The staff are kind and caring, nothing is too much trouble. It feels like home from home. The food is a very high standard. Lots of activities for residents to join in if they wish.
My Mother is well looked after and the home provides lots of activities to keep her busy.
My mum arrived late on a Friday in a confused and upset state, after a very long wait in the hospital discharge area. On arrival, she was made to feel welcome and the team helped mum to settle into her room and get used to her new surroundings. Mum now feels safe and well looked after by the lovely team that run the reablement section of the home. A big thank you for looking after my mum so well.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 November 2022Good
- 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 (22) & Events (0)
- 08 Jul 2026
Linda, a resident at Woodbury Court care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, has completed an exciting rollercoaster challenge in Southend to raise money for the residents’ amenities fund....
- 08 Jun 2026
Woodbury Court Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes Group, proudly celebrated a remarkable milestone on Friday, 5 June 2026, as housekeeper Stella marked 20 years of dedicated service to...
- 11 Feb 2026
Woodbury Court Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes Group, was delighted to make one resident’s heartfelt wish come true with a special ice-skating trip on 9 February 2026. Barbara,...
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (7)

Welcome to Woodbury Court. My name is Mel and I am the Home Manager. Woodbury Court is purpose-built and provides residential care for up to 94 residents. Our home consists of 5 homely suits; Rose and Tulip on the ground floor, and Ivy, Lotus and Jasmine on the first floor. Each suite has its own lounge and dining room, as well as communal facilities. Each bedroom benefits from its own en-suite. We provide a hairdressing service in our salon, and our ‘Allsorts’ tea room is very popular with residents and visitors. We offer a wide range of activities which include live entertainment, budding bakers, arts and crafts, and a weekly visit from Poppy the PAT dog. We would like to invite you to come and view our lovely home and meet our team. We are very happy to answer any questions that you have and look forward to welcoming you.

Hi, I am Sarah Foxton. I am the Financial Administrator at Woodbury Court.
I have been part of the Woodbury Court family for eight wonderful years. In my role as Financial Administrator, I enjoy meeting new people and reminiscing with our residents, listening to their cherished memories and fascinating stories.
Beyond work, I love contributing to the home’s vibrant atmosphere, especially when helping to decorate for special events. A fun fact about me: I once won £2,500 on a slot machine during a trip to Las Vegas!
Before joining Woodbury Court, I worked for the Metropolitan Police. I am also a qualified first aider and have successfully passed my basic driving course.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, creating diamond art, going to the cinema, and socialising. Arts and crafts are a passion of mine, and I love bringing creative projects to life.

My name is Lorraine Degville, Deputy Manager at Woodbury Court.
I have been with Runwood Homes for over 10 years, and I truly love my job. One of the most rewarding parts of my role is spending time with the residents each day, getting to know them personally, and ensuring they experience the best day possible through excellent care and kindness. I also enjoy meeting their families and working alongside the amazing team at Woodbury Court.
I hold a Level 5 qualification in Health and Social Care, which has helped me to grow professionally and provide the highest standard of care.
A fun fact about me is that I know and can perform the entire routine of Tina Turner’s "Proud Mary"!
In my free time, I enjoy reading, spending time with my family, and going on days out.

Lifestyle Coordinator at Woodbury Court
I’ve been working at Woodbury Court for 4 wonderful years, and my goal every day is to make the residents smile. I love being creative and bringing joy through fun activities and events. A fun fact about me: I’m a bit of a crazy girl! I hold NVQ Level 2 & 3 qualifications, and my true passion lies in arts and crafts, which I enjoy sharing with others.

My name is Paul Little, Lifestyle Coordinator at Woodbury Court Care Home.
I have been working at Woodbury Court for 2 years, where I thrive in a fun, family-orientated environment. As a Lifestyle Coordinator, I’m passionate about helping the residents and creating a positive atmosphere for them. I hold a Level 3 NVQ qualification and am always looking for new ways to enrich the lives of those in my care.
My fun fact is I own a tropical discus fish from the Amazon and once had the opportunity to meet Dannii Minogue! In my free time, I enjoy singing karaoke and travelling.

My name is Neil Potkin. I am a Care Team Leader at Woodbury Court Care Home. I don't have a profile picture as I don't like my photo taken. But I wanted you to know a little about me.
I have been with Runwood Homes for over 14 years, working in various capacities to support the care team and residents. Currently, I hold the role of Care Team Leader at Woodbury Court Care Home.
I have an NVQ Level 1 & 2 in Food Preparation and Hospitality, as well as an NVQ Level 2 in Web Design and Development. My experience spans both the care and hospitality industries, allowing me to bring a diverse set of skills to my role.
A fun fact about me is that I once jumped into a river in Ireland to save a dog that had fallen in and got its paw caught between two rocks. Over the years, the river has grown deeper and more treacherous—depending on who I'm telling the story to!
In my spare time, I enjoy gardening, cooking, and baking. I also love reading and spending time with my dogs.

My name is John, and I work as the maintenance man at Woodbury Court. I love the people I work with, as well as the wonderful residents I serve every day. In addition to my maintenance skills, I’ve earned a care certificate, reflecting my commitment to providing support in all aspects of my role.
A lesser-known fact about me is that I can drive Army vehicles—a skill I’m proud of and always happy to share stories about! In my free time, I enjoy watching my son play rugby, which brings me so much joy and pride.
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