
Such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are all amazingErin B(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)



Such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are all amazingErin B(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)



Wisden Court is a purpose-built 54 bedroom care home in Stevenage. This spacious home is comprised of five individual residential suites each with its own lounge, dining room and fully equipped kitchenette. Wisden Court provides expert care for older people, including those living with dementia.
Wisden Court strives to create a homely environment and provide all the comforts of good food, good company and friendly staff, in a calm and restful...
Wisden Court is a purpose-built 54 bedroom care home in Stevenage. This spacious home is comprised of five individual residential suites each with its own lounge, dining room and fully equipped kitchenette. Wisden Court provides expert care for older people, including those living with dementia.
Wisden Court strives to create a homely environment and provide all the comforts of good food, good company and friendly staff, in a calm and restful atmosphere. The bedrooms are beautifully furnished with en-suite wet room facilities and all rooms have 32” televisions mounted on the wall.
The home also has excellent amenities, including comfortable lounges in which residents can relax. In addition, there is a dedicated area for dementia care, designed to enable the residents cared for to maintain their independence in a safe environment.
The activity programme ensures that residents remain stimulated and engaged and their Wellbeing Lead takes into account residents' hobbies, needs and interests. The activities at Wisden Court are varied and alongside enjoying themselves, residents can receive a wide range of health and fitness benefits from taking part.
For those who enjoy the outdoors, there are also three enclosed gardens all of which are easily accessible including wheelchair users.
Care Provided by Wisden 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 54 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Wisden Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Wisden 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
- Sarah Humberstone (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (54)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (54)
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
- Admission is confirmed upon a satisfactory pre-admission assessment and confirmation that the needs of the potential resident can be met.
Wisden Court Reviews (111)
Wisden Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wisden Court has 111 reviews.
My mum has joined Wisden Court, her first care home. Mum and us were very anxious, we didn't need to be. The staff have been fantastic! Every obstacle mum had, they helped her overcome. Nothing has been too much effort! Now mum is coming to terms with this big change, she is like a different lady....
My mum has joined Wisden Court, her first care home. Mum and us were very anxious, we didn't need to be. The staff have been fantastic! Every obstacle mum had, they helped her overcome. Nothing has been too much effort! Now mum is coming to terms with this big change, she is like a different lady. We haven't seen her like this in years! Mum has full capacity so it's been hard, so a big thank you!
Thank you for your kind review. I'm so happy Mum has settled so well and enjoying her time at Wisden. Anything we can assist you further with please let us know.
My partner was admitted for respite care. When I visited I felt a nice, friendly atmosphere. The staff are very hands-on with the residents. Keeping in touch was no problem and I could speak to my partner anytime. The management was so helpful, nothing seemed to be a problem. I would recommend...
My partner was admitted for respite care. When I visited I felt a nice, friendly atmosphere. The staff are very hands-on with the residents. Keeping in touch was no problem and I could speak to my partner anytime. The management was so helpful, nothing seemed to be a problem. I would recommend Wisden Court to be a good home.
Thank you for this lovely review. I am so happy that you and your partner had a positive experience at Wisden Court. We hope to see you in the future.
Mum was at Wisden Court for 11 months. First in respite and then full-time. The care staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating. The premises are bright, airy and all on the ground floor. The room was pleasant and spacious. During my Mum's stay the care home benefitted from a change of...
Mum was at Wisden Court for 11 months. First in respite and then full-time. The care staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating. The premises are bright, airy and all on the ground floor. The room was pleasant and spacious. During my Mum's stay the care home benefitted from a change of management and the new manager and deputy are proactive and very approachable. They have recently appointed a new activity team member which should improve activities for residents.
Thank you for such a lovely positive review. We hope to see you soon.
I found all the staff very welcoming and helpful. Everywhere was kept very clean and I felt very safe and relaxed. The stay has certainly helped towards my progress of getting better.
I found all the staff very welcoming and helpful. Everywhere was kept very clean and I felt very safe and relaxed. The stay has certainly helped towards my progress of getting better.
Thank you for your review. It's great to know you feel respite helped your recovery. We hope you continue to build your strength up. The team send you their best wishes.
The home was a very clean, nice room. He was provided with a delicious meal even though lunch service was over.
He has a poor memory but when we picked him up he...
The home was a very clean, nice room. He was provided with a delicious meal even though lunch service was over.
He has a poor memory but when we picked him up he appeared happy. He said all the staff had been very good to him. He looked cared for. This was a great relief for me as I was able to spend time away. We are hoping to book him back in September. Lovely staff.
Thank you for your kind review. I am very happy you were so pleased with the care at Wisden Court. We look forward to seeing you both in September.
Dad came in as an emergency as Mum broke her hip before Christmas. The staff were extremely accommodating and very friendly.
Dad came in as an emergency as Mum broke her hip before Christmas. The staff were extremely accommodating and very friendly.
Thank you for the review. It was a pleasure to have your father stay with us at Wisden Court.
She is enjoying the food and I hope she will get involved in the craft activities.
On her birthday the staff made her day with a cake as she has not celebrated her birthday for many years.
She is enjoying the food and I hope she will get involved in the craft activities.
On her birthday the staff made her day with a cake as she has not celebrated her birthday for many years.
Thank you for your kind review, myself and the team are very happy your friend has settled so well in our home.
There are a few very minor issues but these can be resolved.
There are a few very minor issues but these can be resolved.
Thank you for your review, I am pleased Dad has settled well, please feel free to come and see us at any time to chat my door is always open.
Mum was taken into respite care due to dementia.
The home manager and the rest of the staff were so kind and helpful.
The home has a lovely atmosphere and all residents seem comfortable and content.
The staff are very caring and most have been...
Mum was taken into respite care due to dementia.
The home manager and the rest of the staff were so kind and helpful.
The home has a lovely atmosphere and all residents seem comfortable and content.
The staff are very caring and most have been there for a long time which makes this place special.
Thank you for your lovely review, the team and I are so pleased Mum has settled in so well.
Top marks for Wisden Court and all their staff.
Top marks for Wisden Court and all their staff.
We are happy that mum has settled in at Wisden Court, I hope she will be really happy here. Thank you for your kind review.
It is very clean and welcoming as soon as you walk in. I like the visitor's area, it's very comfortable and relaxing. My mum's room is very clean and a great size. All the staff are very attentive and give us lots of information and are very approachable. My mum seems very happy here as she is...
It is very clean and welcoming as soon as you walk in. I like the visitor's area, it's very comfortable and relaxing. My mum's room is very clean and a great size. All the staff are very attentive and give us lots of information and are very approachable. My mum seems very happy here as she is getting everything she needs.
Hello. Thank you for your review and positive comments I am happy your mum has settled in and feels at home.
Thank you all so much,
Lynne and Family
Thank you all so much,
Lynne and Family
What a lovely gentleman Dad was. He was comfortable, peaceful, and dignified. Thank you for your kind words.
My aunty has settled into the care home life very well. It took a little time but the staff are very helpful and have put her at ease, she now feels safe and well looked after as she had a very bad fall whilst living on her own in her home.
My aunty has settled into the care home life very well. It took a little time but the staff are very helpful and have put her at ease, she now feels safe and well looked after as she had a very bad fall whilst living on her own in her home.
I am so pleased she has settled and is feeling safe now. She is welcome as part of the Wisden Court family. Thank you for your kind review.
Lovely setting, with kind staff and good food.
Lovely setting, with kind staff and good food.
Kind Regards.
Mum loved being here the staff are really excellent, kind and friendly and totally respectful of all the residents. We enjoyed visiting the home. Nothing was too much trouble, questions were answered and any help was given. Everything is given the utmost care, mum's clothes were very well looked...
Mum loved being here the staff are really excellent, kind and friendly and totally respectful of all the residents. We enjoyed visiting the home. Nothing was too much trouble, questions were answered and any help was given. Everything is given the utmost care, mum's clothes were very well looked after, it may be a small thing but an important one. Sadly mum passed but their end-of-life care is second to none. The staff were informative and very sensitive. I cannot recommend Wisden Court highly enough. Thank you all.
Thank you for your kind words. It was an absolute privilege to have known and cared for your mum for so long. We will miss her.
My brother spent the last year of his life in Wisden Court. The home was run very efficiently, was always immaculately clean and the carers were amazing. Nothing was too much trouble to them and they cared for him. That's all you want from a care home, and Wisden Court provided him with care,...
My brother spent the last year of his life in Wisden Court. The home was run very efficiently, was always immaculately clean and the carers were amazing. Nothing was too much trouble to them and they cared for him. That's all you want from a care home, and Wisden Court provided him with care, patience and time. Thank you all at Wisden Court.
My mum lived at Wisden Court for a few years. She was cared for exceptionally well, always clean, tidy and presentable when we visited her. Mum loved the meals, especially the soup. Mum had a short stay in hospital and was quite poorly, she couldn't talk very well but did manage to say she wanted...
My mum lived at Wisden Court for a few years. She was cared for exceptionally well, always clean, tidy and presentable when we visited her. Mum loved the meals, especially the soup. Mum had a short stay in hospital and was quite poorly, she couldn't talk very well but did manage to say she wanted to go home, so to us that said it all. The home was very happy for her to go back and they cared for her till the end of her life. Thank you so very much.
Thank you, we will miss mum. She was such a lovely lady. We were honoured to care for her.
I would not hesitate to recommend Wisden Court to take care of a loved one. My mum has settled and I feel the utmost care, respect and dignity are shown to her and us as her family. All staff are approachable and will keep us updated about Mum's care needs. I feel happy she is only down the road...
I would not hesitate to recommend Wisden Court to take care of a loved one. My mum has settled and I feel the utmost care, respect and dignity are shown to her and us as her family. All staff are approachable and will keep us updated about Mum's care needs. I feel happy she is only down the road from me.
Mum spent the last two years and four months of her life in Wisden Court. Sadly she passed away in January but thanks to the exemplary care she received from every member of staff, her final journey was serene and dignified. During her time there she was treated with kindness and love, as was I...
Mum spent the last two years and four months of her life in Wisden Court. Sadly she passed away in January but thanks to the exemplary care she received from every member of staff, her final journey was serene and dignified. During her time there she was treated with kindness and love, as was I whenever I visited. All of the staff are truly amazing and work so hard to make Wisden Court a home from home. I would not hesitate to recommend Wisden Court to anyone who has a loved one who needs to be cared for. Thank you to the team for what you did for my mum and for me.
Thank you for your kind words. To be acknowledged for dignity, care and peace at the end of life is special. Thank you.
Couldn’t have asked for anywhere better for my dad than Wisden Court. The staff were amazing and caring and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. I would like to thank them again for caring for him.
Couldn’t have asked for anywhere better for my dad than Wisden Court. The staff were amazing and caring and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. I would like to thank them again for caring for him.
Hello Lisa, thank you for your review. We knew him only briefly but we will miss him. Thank you Lisa.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 15 April 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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 (24) & Events (0)
- 02 Sep 2026
Residents from Wisden Court care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, enjoyed a memorable day out exploring Britain’s aviation history with a visit to the RAF Museum, followed by...
- 04 Aug 2026
The People's Gallery once again welcomed visitors as Runwood Homes and Sanders Senior Living proudly hosted the third annual 'No Art Without Heart' Art Exhibition. The much-loved event showcased an...
- 04 Aug 2026
Residents at Wisden Court care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, enjoyed a visit to Tallis House, also part of the Runwood Homes group, where they spent a wonderful...
There are no upcoming events for Wisden Court.
Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Wisden Court.
Meet the Team (4)

Hi, I am Sarah, the registered manager at Wisden Court. I have had the pleasure of working at Wisden Court for over 24 years. I have a passion for...
Hi, I am Sarah, the registered manager at Wisden Court. I have had the pleasure of working at Wisden Court for over 24 years. I have a passion for Dementia Care and a determination to provide high standards of quality person-centred care. I am dedicated to continuously improving our services, providing a home-from-home for our residents and facilitating an ideal safe environment for our residents, staff, families, and friends too! I welcome you to visit our home and meet the caring, dedicated team. We look forward to answering any questions or enquiries you may have.

My name is Cherry, and I’ve had the privilege of being the Home Administrator at Wisden Court for the past 10 years. I’m truly passionate about my...
My name is Cherry, and I’ve had the privilege of being the Home Administrator at Wisden Court for the past 10 years. I’m truly passionate about my role, and I love engaging with the residents, taking part in activities, and making each day as enjoyable as possible. Every day brings something new, which keeps me motivated and excited about my work.
I hold an NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration and a Level 3 QCF/NVQ-accredited apprenticeship in Customer Service. I also enjoy dressing up to bring smiles to the faces of our residents and brighten their day. Outside of work, I cherish spending quality time with my family and friends.

I began working at Wisden Court as a Domestic in December 2023 and was...
I am originally from Zimbabwe and have been living in the UK since 2023.I began working at Wisden Court as a Domestic in December 2023 and was promoted to Housekeeper in July 2024.
I truly enjoy supporting the residents; they are wonderful people.The management team is very supportive of my role, and the staff are always friendly and welcoming.

I began my career as a Chef before exploring a different path.
In May...
I was born in Toulouse, in the South of France, and moved to England in 1992.I began my career as a Chef before exploring a different path.
In May 2023, I joined Wisden Court as a Cook, and I occasionally support the home as a Carer.I truly enjoy every aspect of my job—especially working alongside such great staff members and caring for our wonderful residents. What’s not to love?
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