
All the staff were exceptional and nothing was too much trouble.Sonia D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The staff are so friendly, so patient and so caring.Ann O(Respite Resident/Service User)


All the staff were exceptional and nothing was too much trouble.Sonia D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The staff are so friendly, so patient and so caring.Ann O(Respite Resident/Service User)


Bordering the New Forest National Park, Woodpeckers enjoys a setting where the landscape becomes part of everyday life. Open views, changing seasons and local wildlife create an atmosphere that is uplifting and deeply calming, offering residents a connection with one of the country's most treasured natural environments.
Large windows and beautifully maintained gardens invite the outdoors in, while comfortable lounges and welcoming communal spaces provide the perfect balance between sociable living...
Bordering the New Forest National Park, Woodpeckers enjoys a setting where the landscape becomes part of everyday life. Open views, changing seasons and local wildlife create an atmosphere that is uplifting and deeply calming, offering residents a connection with one of the country's most treasured natural environments.
Large windows and beautifully maintained gardens invite the outdoors in, while comfortable lounges and welcoming communal spaces provide the perfect balance between sociable living and peaceful retreat. Ponies, deer and birdlife nearby bring quiet moments of wonder for residents and visiting families.
Life at Woodpeckers reflects the people who live there. Days might include creative activities, community events, music, gardening or simply enjoying time outdoors with friends and loved ones. Every experience is shaped around individual interests and preferences, ensuring residents remain connected to the things that bring happiness and purpose.
An experienced clinical team provides residential and nursing care with warmth, professionalism and continuity, supporting residents to live each day with confidence while respecting the routines and independence that matter most. As part of the award-winning Colten Care group, recognised as the 2025 National Care Award winner for Medium-Sized Provider and a carehome.co.uk Top 20 Group for 11 consecutive years, Woodpeckers combines trusted expertise with the distinctive character of its New Forest setting. Carefully prepared dining, attentive hospitality and thoughtfully maintained surroundings complete an environment where comfort is found in every detail.
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (January 2018), Woodpeckers offers a place where nature, companionship and everyday life exist in harmony.
Care Provided by Woodpeckers
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 41 Service Users
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Woodpeckers to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Woodpeckers for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Colten Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Anna Edwards (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2008
Room Information
- Single Rooms (41)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)
Visiting
- There are no specific visiting hours at Woodpeckers; all that is asked is you let the home know you are in the building by signing in on the iPad in Reception. If you are visiting outside of Reception hours, ring the bell and a member of the team will assist you.
Parking
- Parking is available on site at Woodpeckers, and all visitor parking is clearly marked. When coming to view the home, please get in touch and a space can be reserved.
Woodpeckers Reviews (107)
Woodpeckers has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.931) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodpeckers has 107 reviews.
My parents were warmly welcomed when they moved into Woodpeckers in July. Mum thoroughly enjoyed the extensive range of craft activities and they both loved the trips out in the minibus. Dad attends exercise classes which are really helping him and a highlight of the week is definitely Sunday...
My parents were warmly welcomed when they moved into Woodpeckers in July. Mum thoroughly enjoyed the extensive range of craft activities and they both loved the trips out in the minibus. Dad attends exercise classes which are really helping him and a highlight of the week is definitely Sunday singing. During my mum's recent illness the staff have gone above and beyond to support my father and our family. Woodpeckers offers a wonderful caring community of which we are privileged to be a part.
Thank you for such a thoughtful review. It's lovely to hear how much your parents have enjoyed taking part in life at Woodpeckers, especially the minibus outings and Sunday singing. Your words about the team's support during your mum's illness mean a great deal. Being there for your dad and the...
Thank you for such a thoughtful review. It's lovely to hear how much your parents have enjoyed taking part in life at Woodpeckers, especially the minibus outings and Sunday singing. Your words about the team's support during your mum's illness mean a great deal. Being there for your dad and the whole family is an important part of caring for your mum, and I will be very proud to share your thanks with everyone.
Both of my parents moved in July and the management & staff have made them feel part of the woodpeckers family through celebrations & events. The companionship (activities) staff are excellent. The events very well organised especially the BBQ & mum & dads 65th wedding anniversary. The staff are...
Both of my parents moved in July and the management & staff have made them feel part of the woodpeckers family through celebrations & events. The companionship (activities) staff are excellent. The events very well organised especially the BBQ & mum & dads 65th wedding anniversary. The staff are always willing to help mum & dad. The rooms & food are excellent. Thank you woodpeckers
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We appreciate your kind words about the home and the team and the special effort made to help your parents feel at home at Woodpeckers.
We are looked after very well. The staff are very very helpful and always come in with a smile. The staff never make me feel I am a bother I like the fact that the home is not too big, and I can walk around the garden. I like that there is always something going on. The food is just like home...
We are looked after very well. The staff are very very helpful and always come in with a smile. The staff never make me feel I am a bother I like the fact that the home is not too big, and I can walk around the garden. I like that there is always something going on. The food is just like home cooking, and I like having breakfast in bed.
Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased you feel so well cared for at Woodpeckers, and we appreciate your words about the friendly team, home-cooked food, garden and activities that help make life here enjoyable.
I have received great care and attention throughout my stay.
I have received great care and attention throughout my stay.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're pleased you have been so happy with the care and attention you received during your stay at Woodpeckers.
My mother was cared for with compassion and patience in the 2 years she stayed in Woodpeckers we never say any member of staff get cross or irritable or behave with anything other than professionalism and empathy. Huge efforts were made like the ambiance of the home, the gardens, the activities and...
My mother was cared for with compassion and patience in the 2 years she stayed in Woodpeckers we never say any member of staff get cross or irritable or behave with anything other than professionalism and empathy. Huge efforts were made like the ambiance of the home, the gardens, the activities and the food. Her room was small and it was difficult to see how she paid the same rates as those with rooms double the size.
Thank you for your lovely review and for taking the time to share your kind words about the team at Woodpeckers. We are so pleased to hear your mother was cared for with compassion, patience, and professionalism throughout her time with us. It is wonderful to know that the warmth of the home, the...
Thank you for your lovely review and for taking the time to share your kind words about the team at Woodpeckers. We are so pleased to hear your mother was cared for with compassion, patience, and professionalism throughout her time with us. It is wonderful to know that the warmth of the home, the support from our team, and the quality of the food all made such a positive difference to both your mother and your family. Your comments mean a great deal to us and will be shared with the whole team, who work hard every day to provide the highest standards of care and support.
Woodpeckers is such a wonderful care home, each of the staff are genuinely lovely and very caring and sincere. The care home goes to a huge effort to design a varied course of activities that are inclusive. Visitors are made to feel extremely welcome and are so well cared for. The care is...
Woodpeckers is such a wonderful care home, each of the staff are genuinely lovely and very caring and sincere. The care home goes to a huge effort to design a varied course of activities that are inclusive. Visitors are made to feel extremely welcome and are so well cared for. The care is excellent, and I am so pleased to know my nan is being so well cared for.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're glad your nan is so happy at Woodpeckers, and that the team's genuine kindness, inclusive activities and warm welcome provide such reassurance to your family.
Every need is taken care of, there are engaging daily activities, and an amazing menu for each day. The environment is...
Every need is taken care of, there are engaging daily activities, and an amazing menu for each day. The environment is homely, and the staff are always welcoming, warm and friendly to all. Nothing is too much trouble. I could ask for no more. Thank you Woodpeckers.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're glad to hear you are happy with your mum's stay at Woodpeckers, and that the attentive care, engaging activities and warm environment are supporting her wellbeing.
I have been here since November '25. Very happy here. Everyone very kind, helpful and caring and makes you feel very welcomed. Nothing seems to be too much trouble to stop and have a few words and very smiling faces. Makes one feel wanted. Very kind indeed. So for ke, I thank them all very much and...
I have been here since November '25. Very happy here. Everyone very kind, helpful and caring and makes you feel very welcomed. Nothing seems to be too much trouble to stop and have a few words and very smiling faces. Makes one feel wanted. Very kind indeed. So for ke, I thank them all very much and god bless. All staff are so kind and happy and always has time to share a word or two.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're so pleased to hear you feel very happy and welcomed at the home and that the team's kindness, care and friendly approach make such a positive difference to your experience.
The staff are friendly and welcoming, making you feel at home. The care given feels personal and always accommodating. The food is very good with plenty of choice and the activities are varied and interesting. My Mother really looks forward to going for respite which gives us peace of mind and...
The staff are friendly and welcoming, making you feel at home. The care given feels personal and always accommodating. The food is very good with plenty of choice and the activities are varied and interesting. My Mother really looks forward to going for respite which gives us peace of mind and happy to go and relax ourselves knowing she is safe and well cared for.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear your mother enjoys her respite stays at Woodpeckers, and that the team's warm welcome, personalised care, varied activities and good food give your family such reassuring peace of mind.
My mother had a chest infection after Xmas it left her feeling very depressed. I can't express how patient the staff have been with mum. They sat with her, prayed with her, hugged her, and have just been there for her. Mum is now feeling better and we can't thank the staff enough.
My mother had a chest infection after Xmas it left her feeling very depressed. I can't express how patient the staff have been with mum. They sat with her, prayed with her, hugged her, and have just been there for her. Mum is now feeling better and we can't thank the staff enough.
Thank you for sharing this. We're so pleased your mum is feeling brighter and that the team at Woodpeckers were able to support her with such compassion. Your kind words will mean a great deal to everyone here. Should there be anything you feel we could improve, we would very much welcome the opportunity to speak with you and learn more.
The care at Woodpeckers is amazing; they have a total understanding of all the issues that you are faced with when putting a patient in care. This is the perfect place for peace of mind.
The care at Woodpeckers is amazing; they have a total understanding of all the issues that you are faced with when putting a patient in care. This is the perfect place for peace of mind.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're pleased to hear you've found such reassurance at Woodpeckers, and that the team's understanding and support have given you real peace of mind.
Sadly our mum was only at Woodpeckers for a very short time, but was treated with great care, as were we during the time we visited. We would gladly recommend Woodpeckers! This was a difficult time, and we were treated so thoughtfully by all the staff.
Sadly our mum was only at Woodpeckers for a very short time, but was treated with great care, as were we during the time we visited. We would gladly recommend Woodpeckers! This was a difficult time, and we were treated so thoughtfully by all the staff.
Thank you for your kind words. We're so sorry for your loss, and it means a great deal to know that you and your mum felt so well cared for during her time at Woodpeckers. Your feedback is truly appreciated by the whole team.
Woodpeckers is an informal but professionally run home. More akin to a Country House than a formal, regimented care home. During her almost 4-year stay, my mum had been looked after with care, compassion and dignity whilst she was able. She had many enjoyable times with the entertainment team, who...
Woodpeckers is an informal but professionally run home. More akin to a Country House than a formal, regimented care home. During her almost 4-year stay, my mum had been looked after with care, compassion and dignity whilst she was able. She had many enjoyable times with the entertainment team, who constantly came up with new ways of helping her pass the time and bring many a smile to her face. The care team too were excellent, especially in mum's final days. Standards of hygiene and cleanliness are excellent, and the food is good and varied. I would definitely recommend Woodpeckers.
Thank you for your kind words. We're so sorry for your loss, and it means a great deal to know your mum felt cared for with compassion and dignity during her time at Woodpeckers. It's lovely to hear she found joy in the activities and good food, and that you valued the support of our care team, especially in her final days. Your recommendation means a great deal to us all.
I would thoroughly recommend "Woodpeckers", being homely and safe, with pleasant staff. All who do more than required each and every day. Dietary needs are adhered to at all times. Safety for the residents at all times.
I would thoroughly recommend "Woodpeckers", being homely and safe, with pleasant staff. All who do more than required each and every day. Dietary needs are adhered to at all times. Safety for the residents at all times.
Woodpeckers was recommended to us by the family of a friend of my mother. She has been there for a couple of years and could not speak more highly of her experience. Mum has now been there for 3 weeks, and the staff and residents could have been more welcoming. Above all, it's the feel of the place...
Woodpeckers was recommended to us by the family of a friend of my mother. She has been there for a couple of years and could not speak more highly of her experience. Mum has now been there for 3 weeks, and the staff and residents could have been more welcoming. Above all, it's the feel of the place that is so special, and we are so pleased to have found it.
Woodpeckers fully deserves its 'outstanding award'. All the usual care facilities are first class but more importantly personal care for individual residents is outstanding. My elderly friend sees Woodpeckers as her home.
Woodpeckers fully deserves its 'outstanding award'. All the usual care facilities are first class but more importantly personal care for individual residents is outstanding. My elderly friend sees Woodpeckers as her home.
Thank you for such kind words. We're so pleased to hear your friend feels at home here, that sense of belonging is so important to us. It's lovely to know the personal care and attention she receives has made such a positive difference.
Woodpeckers provide my 102-year-old mother with a safe, caring, supportive and warm place to live. The staff are caring, professional and courteous.
Woodpeckers provide my 102-year-old mother with a safe, caring, supportive and warm place to live. The staff are caring, professional and courteous.
It's lovely to hear your mother feels safe and well supported at Woodpeckers. Your kind words about the team mean a great deal, and I'll make sure they're shared with everyone here.
I am most impressed with all aspects of the care provided. The facilities are first class of the standard of a good country house hotel. The staff at every level are excellent. Fulfilling their duties most efficiently but also in a friendly and most importantly caring manner. The manager is always...
I am most impressed with all aspects of the care provided. The facilities are first class of the standard of a good country house hotel. The staff at every level are excellent. Fulfilling their duties most efficiently but also in a friendly and most importantly caring manner. The manager is always responsive and helpful. The care home is highly recommended.
It's wonderful to hear how highly you rate the care, surroundings, and team here at Woodpeckers. We're really pleased the supportive atmosphere and attention to detail have made such a positive impression. Your recommendation is truly appreciated.
The quality of the home is very good but does come at a price. Residents are well looked after and there is always something to keep them engaged. The gardens at Woodpeckers are a huge asset and certainly loved by my mother.
The quality of the home is very good but does come at a price. Residents are well looked after and there is always something to keep them engaged. The gardens at Woodpeckers are a huge asset and certainly loved by my mother.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's great to hear your mother is enjoying life at Woodpeckers, especially the gardens, which are a real favourite with many of our residents. We're glad you've felt confident in the care and day-to-day life we offer, and we really appreciate your feedback.
My mother has been at Woodpeckers for 17 months now and is very happy. Her sight and mobility are very limited, and all of the staff are very helpful and encouraging in helping her to participate in some of the activities.
My mother has been at Woodpeckers for 17 months now and is very happy. Her sight and mobility are very limited, and all of the staff are very helpful and encouraging in helping her to participate in some of the activities.
Thank you for your kind words. It's lovely to hear that your mother is happy at Woodpeckers, and we're glad she's been able to stay involved in activities with the team's support. We'll continue doing all we can to make each day as comfortable and engaging as possible for her.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 January 2018Outstanding
- CaringGood
- EffectiveOutstanding
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
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 (3) & Events (0)
- 09 Jul 2026
More than 35 managers in various roles have participated in Colten Care’s third-level ‘Excel’ Leadership & Management Course in the past 18 months to two years. They include the group’s...
- 18 Feb 2025
A Strictly-style ballroom dance competition supported Colten Care has raised more than £80,000 for a Dorset-based palliative care charity. Forest Holme Hospice’s Strictly Extravaganza, which had headline sponsorship from Colten...
- 18 Feb 2025
Colten Care has trained 32 team members as Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) to help colleagues maintain and improve their work-life balance. Colten Care has prioritised the training as part...
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Awards / Recognitions (13)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Woodpeckers
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Woodpeckers.
Meet the Team (2)

Anna leads the team and is ultimately responsible for every aspect of life in the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and service are delivered. Her door is always open if you have any questions or queries.

I have the pleasure and responsibility of leading our team of registered nurses and carers to meet the individual needs of each resident. I’m here to...
I have the pleasure and responsibility of leading our team of registered nurses and carers to meet the individual needs of each resident. I’m here to ensure the delivery of consistently high levels of clinical care, and I am always willing to answer any questions you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions about Woodpeckers
How much does Woodpeckers cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,328 for residential care (respite from £1,328). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
What types of Care is Woodpeckers registered for?
Older Person Care, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Woodpeckers have?
There are 41 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Woodpeckers?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Woodpeckers to the centre of Brockenhurst?
0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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