
My mother is always treated with the most love, dignity and respectF H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



My mother is always treated with the most love, dignity and respectF H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Often described as a true home from home, Woodland Court offers residential, respite, dementia, and day care in a relaxed and friendly setting.
Situated on the edge of the bustling market town of Fareham – with Portchester Castle nearby – this charming three-storey home blends comfort with convenience. All bedrooms are modern, spacious, and en-suite, with two shared rooms available for couples or those who prefer a little extra company.
Residents can...
Care Provided by Woodland Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 30 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Woodland Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Woodland 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
- Buckland Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Samantha Richardson (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2018
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (26)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (26)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Woodland Court Reviews (81)
Woodland Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.781) out of 10, based on 37 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodland Court has 81 reviews.
Mam has been a resident at Woodland Court for near on 6 years now, in all that time, the care has been outstanding. As her illness progresses the staff still treat her with respect and patience, even when she is being difficult or is agitated. I know she is safe, secure and cared for. Since the new manager has taken over, I have seen positive changes in the home.
Thank you so much for sharing your positive feedback. We are delighted to hear that Mam has received outstanding care over the past six years and that the staff continue to treat her with respect and patience. It's also wonderful to know that you've noticed positive changes since. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we're committed to providing the best possible care every day.
I find Woodlands Court a wonderfully warm and supportive environment for both residents and staff. The general atmosphere is one of big happy family. Beyond obviously, the people making Woodlands the building too appears to further enhance the kind caring and loving atmosphere. The endearing nooks and crannies of the building add to this feeling. I also like the fact that new items- paraphernalia regularly appear- arty and interesting which no doubt stimulate positively the minds of the residents. The food is good too! All in all a wonderful place!
It sounds like you have a very warm and positive impression of Woodlands Court! Your description highlights the caring atmosphere, the welcoming environment created by both the people and the building's charming details, and the stimulating, engaging environment for residents. It's great to hear...
Mum is looked after very well. Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Home is very clean and inviting.
Thank you very much for your kind words and positive feedback. We're delighted to hear that your mum is well cared for and that you find our staff friendly and helpful. Maintaining a clean, inviting environment and providing respectful, quality care are our top priorities. We appreciate your...
The staff here are fantastic, Mum's condition is such that she can be very difficult, and violent even at times but the staff are so patient and caring to her. I am so grateful that she is in this care home.
Friendly staff. Found in the last year an improvement. Loved the get-together 'ABBA' experience. There are no visitor toilets, not sure which we should use.
My mother is a resident at Woodland Court Care Home, the care and love she receives is absolutely outstanding. Nothing is too much bother. My mother is always treated with the most love, dignity and respect and I am always made to feel welcome by all the staff.
It's like a home away from home. All the staff are so friendly and care for Mum very well. It's not impersonal at all. The size of the home is perfect as everyone knows everyone. Very clean. Mum is treated with dignity. Very happy with everything.
Myself and my wife are so pleased with Mum's transition into her new home. When we say 'home' that is the most evident word. Mum has been in five-star homes and she has not received the care and support that she has received over the past few weeks. All care staff have been amazing, the manager brilliant and we can't thank you enough.
Woodland Court is a lovely home. The staff are so caring, always very welcoming. We are very happy about everything, the room, the care, the activities.
The staff are always kind and friendly to me and my father. The care home always smells clean.
Mum moved into Woodland Court. She has settled in remarkedly with the support of all the staff. Mum is very happy. Thank you.
Kind and friendly staff, helpful.
The staff are friendly and they look after my Mum well. I know she is safe and cared for. Any problems are dealt with fairly quickly. I appreciate that there is a lot of laundry to cope with but sometimes items take a long time before reappearing in the wardrobe.
My wife is quite happy in the home and the service is very good.
The staff are very patient in dealing with everybody (residents and visitors) and seem to enjoy the atmosphere in the home.
My nan has been at Woodland Court for a while now I can't fault the home. Very clean, staff are fantastic. My nan is so well cared for. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff. The food is lovely, always homemade meals. I would highly recommend this home.
Excellent care home, my Mother has been so well looked after since she has been there. The carers are all so supportive, loving and attentive towards the residents, despite the challenges they may have to deal with at times; all done with a smile on their face.
So pleased with how my dad is looked after. All his medical needs are dealt with promptly and effectively. The staff are very welcoming and caring and very respectful to all residents. They try and organise plenty of activities too. There is a very positive atmosphere whenever I visit.
Lovely home, staff are wonderful, kind and supportive not only to my Nana but to us as family. They are always there, for help and support, very attentive and loving. Wouldn't want anywhere else for my Nana. I'm so comfortable and happy.
Has momets of livliness. Plenty of time for a quiet chat. Amazing staff, friendly.
My mum has blossomed since becoming a resident, much healthier in mind, body and spirit. Her sense of humour has returned and she knocks the spots off me when we do word games together!
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 11 August 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
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News (12) & Events (0)
- 28 Apr 2026
This spring edition captures everything from Buckland in Bloom and Easter celebrations to special birthdays, animal visits, creative activities, community connections and industry awards. Inside, you’ll find residents planting flowers,...
- 04 Mar 2026
There’s lovely news to share at Woodland Court in Portchester. Woodland Court is part of a care group that has been recognised as one of the Top 20 Care Home...
- 25 Feb 2026
We are thrilled to share that our care home group has been recognised as one of the Top 20 Care Home Groups in the UK by carehome.co.uk. What makes this...
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Awards / Recognitions (5)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Buckland Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Buckland Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Buckland Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Woodland Court.
Meet the Team (1)

Sammy has been working in care since 2003. She joined us as Senior Carer and worked her way up to become the Deputy Manager in 2019. and then Manager in 2024. Sammy’s aim is to make a positive difference in people’s lives, which includes both residents and colleagues. Sammy has completed her Level 5 in Health and Social Care and aspires to be part of an “Outstanding” service.
Sammy has 5 children, she loves spending time with her family and enjoys a busy life which includes taking care of her many animals.
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