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Calder Close, Off Daventry Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire OX16 3WR
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if you have to go into a care home the Ridings is one of the best to go to.Christopher P(Partner of Resident/Service User)
The Ridings, Banbury
The Ridings is always clean. The staff are all very helpful and caring of all residents.Jill D(Friend of Resident/Service User)
The Ridings, Banbury
All of the staff were happy and helpful, and nothing was too much trouble.P B(Nephew of Resident/Service User)
The Ridings, Banbury

Anchor’s The Ridings, in Banbury is a purpose-built home supporting up to 48 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle, as well as offering dementia care. They are welcoming new residents for both permanent care and for respite stays.

A range of care services are available, including convalescence care; respite care; trial stays and long term care for those who require 24 hour care.

The care team works with customers to...  

Care Provided by The Ridings

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 48 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Convalescent Care

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

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,525From £1,575
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,525From £1,575

Fees can vary depending on care needs and other factors. Colleagues at The Ridings will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.

Contact The Ridings 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

  • Anchor
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in charge

  • Kelly Hill(Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (48)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (48)

Visiting

  • Visitors are welcome at The Ridings.

Parking

  • Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.

The Ridings Reviews (69)

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9.6

The Ridings has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.575) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Ridings has 69 reviews.

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Review from Katie H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 15 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff at The Riding have been brilliant since my grandad was moved there a week ago. They have been so accommodating and have made us all feel comfortable leaving him. We are so pleased with the level of care and how they have listened to us as a family. The rooms are lovely and clean and the food is brilliant.

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Review from A S (Resident / Service User) published on 10 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I think that this care home is very good, I was soon after I came in able to put in some of my own furnature, the care staff are good and understanding come times I don't understand them and they dont understand me oney that is me in a nut shell. Thank you for my inderpendance, I do not wish to live aney whereelse.

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Review from E A (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have great admiration for the staff at The Ridings, for their care and commitment to my father. He is recently bereaved but they are encouraging him to enjoy what he can.

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Review from M G (Nephew of Resident) published on 29 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Concerned about randem residents going into room. Heating in bathroom not good.

Reply from Kelly Hill, Manager at The Ridings

Thank you for taking the time to review The Ridings and we are pleased you rate our safety/ security as excellent. We appreciate the opportunity to discuss these matters directly. We've provided different options regarding the bathroom heating. Due to a keypad now being installed on the corridor, access to residents' rooms should be limited. We're always happy to discuss feedback.

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Review from B S (Sister of Resident) published on 14 April 2026 Submitted via Website
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My sister has been living here for some time but has had a spell in hospital. The welcome home she received was full of genuine love and affection for her and staff were truly happy to see her back. It was lovely to see how much she was appreciated.

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Review from F B (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 13 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have found the home fantastic. The staff are all friendly and helpful. The lady of whom I have power of attorney has frankly never been happier. She was very worried and even frightened of going into a care home but is now quite the opposite.

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Review from Shirley G (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I couldn't be happier with how Mum is looked after. I don't worry about her at all, knowing that she is cared for as if she is family.

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Review from K B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother in law has now been here for a few months and I have to say it's taken the worries off our shoulders. Lucky for us they could take her on short notice and we haven't looked back. All the staff is brilliant, dealing with what ever comes. The premises are very nice and the food is good. We have just positive things to say.

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Review from Christopher P (Partner of Resident) published on 24 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Christopher told me, he said if you have to go into a care home the Ridings is one of the best to go to.

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Review from Jill D (Friend of Resident) published on 17 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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The Ridings is always clean. The staff are all very helpful and caring of all residents. The residents all appear to be well cared for. There is plenty of entertainment.

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Review from P B (Nephew of Resident) published on 22 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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I recently visited a relative at The Ridings, and I was very happy with the way I was treated. All of the staff were happy and helpful, and nothing was too much trouble.

I am very pleased with the way my relative is being cared for at The Ridings.

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Review from J B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 20 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father-in-law recently had his mobility scooter stolen from the town centre. As he is a regular visitor to the care home to visit his wife, losing his means of mobility meant a massive loss to his independence. The care home arranged a long-term loan of a mobility scooter to replace his stolen one.

This has now given him his freedom back, and he is extremely grateful to all of the staff for this incredibly kind and helpful gesture.

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Review from P C (Son of Resident) published on 7 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Its just a general review in relation to the day to day findings at the home. The staff are extreemly hard working and there seems to be a good atmosphere throughout.

Reply from Kelly Hill, Manager at The Ridings

Thank you for taking the time to review The Ridings and we are pleased that you rate our overall experience as very good. We're glad you are happy with The Ridings, where I'm always happy to discuss feedback to ensure that care and all aspects of day to day life are to the satisfaction of our residents and their loved ones.

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Review from Ian B (Son of Resident) published on 6 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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101% fantastic care home. Amazing staff. Great management.

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Review from Diane D (Friend of Resident) published on 30 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Lovely care home to visit, friendly, helpful, safe, clean and tidy. Food is always excellent. Activities and various areas to sit and relax. Very nice garden, which is quiet and peaceful. Well done, team Ridings.

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Review from Sandra P (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home treats mum with respect and dignity. She feels comfortable and valued.

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Review from G P (Wife of Resident) published on 15 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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They have worked wonders with my husband. It's a pleasure to visit.

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Review from J H (Partner of Resident) published on 20 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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From day one of arriving, my partner has been cared for and looked after like never before.

Cannot express how much difference this made to him and the family. We cannot thank the team enough.

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Review from R M (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mostly The Ridings is a good place to live. The carers are very friendly but sometimes I wish they had more time to help me with things. My room is lovely as I can sit and watch what is going on outside.

Reply from Kelly Hill, Manager at The Ridings

Thank you for taking the time to review The Ridings and we are pleased that you rate our facilities as excellent. It's lovely to see your pleased with your room and you're happy in our home. We are happy to support our residents as needed and my door is always open to discuss all aspects of our care, to ensure day to day life as our residents and their loves ones wish it to be.

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Review from Alison W (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum seems very settled and happy at The Ridings. She is very well cared for and enjoys their lovely food. Her carers are all lovely and kind. The Ridings has a friendly, caring atmosphere.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 25 November 2022
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  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveRequires improvement
  • ResponsiveRequires improvement
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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News (2) & Events (0)

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  • 09 Oct 2024

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Awards / Recognitions (13)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Anchor
  • 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Anchor
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Anchor

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Meet the Team (1)

Kelly Hill
Kelly HillJob Title:ManagerJoined: 2024

I have been working in older peoples' care for nearly 15 years.

I started at Godiva Lodge care home in Coventry as a care assistant and then became a team leader after 2 years. I then transferred over to an Extra Care location as a team leader. In 2017 I became a Deputy Manager and worked across three of Anchor’s locations. I returned to Godiva Lodge as the Home Manager in May 2023 to cover a period of absence.

I really enjoyed my time as a Home Manager and feel that I made an impact on the team at Godiva Lodge. I am looking forward to getting to know residents, staff and relatives at The Ridings.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Ridings

What types of Care is The Ridings registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does The Ridings have?

There are 48 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Ridings?

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 are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Ridings to the centre of Banbury?

1.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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