
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 is always clean. The staff are all very helpful and caring of all residents.Jill D(Friend of Resident/Service User)

All of the staff were happy and helpful, and nothing was too much trouble.P B(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

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 is always clean. The staff are all very helpful and caring of all residents.Jill D(Friend of Resident/Service User)

All of the staff were happy and helpful, and nothing was too much trouble.P B(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

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 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
- 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
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.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Ridings for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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)
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.
There are plenty of varied activities that Mum will often join in, her room is well-appointed and is kept clean, tidy and accessible. There has been a new chef appointed and Mum never complains about the food. We are very happy that we chose this home for Mum after looking at others in the area. The Ridings, its staff and management should be proud of what they offer.
From July 2021 to October 2022 my beloved mother - Mommy - was a much-loved resident at The Ridings. She thrived and glowed until her Dementia and probable other physical diagnoses rapidly brought her to end-of-life in October. Over the past eighteen months, I was at The Ridings many times, randomly and by appointment and for the diligent and loving care given to my beloved Mommy and myself, especially in the last eight weeks of her life until she died, in my arms, at The Ridings, I will be eternally grateful. Everyone, at all levels of responsibility, always went 'the extra mile' to ensure that my Mommy and I had everything we needed at all times. The little things like FaceTiming me with Mommy when she could no longer hold, let alone work her mobile phone, meant so very much. Singing with her, remembering with her, being with her when I couldn't, due to my work commitments. Special place, special people... Friends for life.
Thank you for taking the time to review The Ridings. We are pleased that you rate all areas of our home as excellent and I will ensure that our team are aware of your wonderful feedback. It was our pleasure to care for your mother. We aim to provide care individual to each resident who lives at The...
My mother lived in The Ridings about 12 years ago, so I knew the home well. I wanted to have my planned respite at The Ridings as it was close by for my daughter to visit. The staff and management were all very approachable and very caring and made my stay go well. I would highly recommend The Ridings to anyone who needs care.
My mum was in the care of the Ridings for one year and through the challenges of her dementia and covid, the home provided the care my mum deserved, from her admission to the end of life and since her passing, has been first class. She was loved and respected in the home by all staff members. I spent a lot of time there and was never declined time with her. She was cared for as if she was a family member and I saw staff doing things above and beyond their responsibilities to provide Mum with the best care. I always felt confident they would look after Mum and keep me informed at all times. I would highly recommend the Ridings and I was anxious about placing Mum in a home. I don't regret it one bit - she had the very best care from some amazing people.
The care, compassion, support and assistance my mum received during he time at The Ridings was excellent. The staff were quick to react to any of Mum's medical needs and always kept us fully informed. As a family, we were always very impressed by the meals, and certainly, Mum benefited from good nutrition. Staff were always welcoming when we visited and treated Mum with great care, dignity and compassion, often going beyond what was strictly necessary. Overall, I am confident that Mum received the best possible care.
As a volunteer, I am always warmly greeted by the staff and residents. I feel my expertise is valued, even though I offer my services in a voluntary capacity. When I go in, I see how well looked after the residents are and how the staff engage positively with them all, treating them as individuals with their own needs.
My Aunt has been a resident at the Ridings since May. She suffers from dementia and the staff do lots of activities with her, which keeps her mind active and helps with her mental well-being. She has put on weight (she was very thin) and is cleaner and healthier since moving in. She had care at home for 18 months before coming to the Ridings and it’s noticeable how her general health has improved since May. The staff are caring and helpful to my aunt and us, whenever we visit.
Having experienced more than 5 care homes over the years, this stands out as the best. Staff are proactive and always communicate with us. Food is generally good with a range of choice. Some rooms are a bit tired and in need of a makeover - power sockets being in short supply! Activities vary with staff availability but doing well in a time of Covid.
Thank you for taking the time to review The Ridings and we are pleased that you rate our overall standard as excellent. We will be happy to discuss your comments regarding our rooms and electrical sockets at a mutually convenient time to aim to resolve these issues.
I was greeted with efficiency at the front door, prior to a visit to a resident. I had neglected to bring absolute proof of my negative covid lateral flow test, but it was explained clearly what I should do, which I have. I was provided with appropriate PPE. The resident was brought to her apartment for my visit. Carers who came seemed very kind and treated the resident with dignity at all times. We were left alone for the visit and I was able to summon a carer easily, to show me out as evening mealtime approached. I know from previous visits how delicious the meals are and was delighted to see how much the resident has improved in general health, since last year. According to a carer, the resident has a good appetite. I always recommended the Ridings highly.
Friendly, kind, loving care home. All the staff are so thoughtful, inclusive, communicate well with my mum and myself. From the management through to the care staff, laundry, caretakers, kitchen staff, everyone has my mums best interests at the heart of everything they do.
Under the difficult times of Covid-19, I have felt the home and staff have done their best to support the residents as well as us family, within the Government restrictions. Mum is as settled as she can be and is definitely seeing the benefit of seeing me in her room and holding her hand. Albeit half an hour; it's half an hour worthwhile for both of us. I am really looking forward to sharing time with Mum when restrictions as lifted.
A dear friend has been a resident of The Ridings for 3-years now, and she has been well cared for, and often the staff have gone above and beyond what is normally expected. Celebrating her 100th birthday during lockdown might have been a non-event, but the staff made the day special, and she certainly felt like the Queen for a day. Thank you to all concerned.
And of course snacks and drinks during the course of the day. My husband doesn’t usually get involved in activities but they’ve even got him doing some and he enjoys it. The staff are extremely lovely and take their job very seriously.
What I’m more than grateful for is the way management and staff have coped with the Coronavirus virus, they have kept everything going although at times being really tired and short of staff. Well done The Ridings.
My father-in-law has lived at The Ridings on a permanent basis since November 2019. Prior to this, he was going to The Ridings on a regular basis on respite. I have always found my father-in-law happy, well looked after and busy. Activities throughout the day - seven days a week. I especially like how we are kept up to date on the Facebook The Ridings page, lots of pictures of what is going on, ie, activities, events and day to day information. Staff are genuine, caring, compassionate and person-centred. If I did have any worries or concerns I would know who to talk to. My wife is always kept up to date, of any changes to care, concerns, GP appointment, etc. There is a very friendly and homely feel about The Ridings, more like a family. Residents look happy and content. I feel The Ridings do a remarkable job, especially through the pandemic we are currently in!
Mum has been a resident for just over 12 months. The care and affection from all staff has been excellent. From carers to cooks, cleaners and all staff. I also feel so at home going there to visit (which obviously has not been for a while). She has been poorly recently, but kept safe and cared for at the home due to hospital quarantine. The staff keep me well informed and have enabled me to keep in touch from time to time on social media. I never thought I would find her being so content and happy and most importantly safe and cared for. Thanks to all you wonderful people.
While my father has been in the care home, he has been content which puts my mind at rest. Therefore, I do not have to worry so much as I do not live near the home.
My father has been at the care home since last year and the care he receives is second to none. The staff are like family to him and are very helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend the care home to anyone.
I truly believe that it was because the home offered mum such a lively, stimulating, varied and crucially safe environment that her cognitive functioning remained so stable for someone living as she did, with dementia.
Our family will always be very grateful to all the staff for making the last year's of mums life such a positive experience for both her and for our family.
I would highly recommend this residential home. My grandmother lived here for many years. The care of the staff is excellent. The staff at the home, go out of their way to make each resident feel welcome. After many years of struggling in her own home and getting upset in another residential home, the staff at The Ridings were able to make my grandmother feel instantly at ease. My grandma was a social character but withdrew because of her dementia. They gently encouraged her to integrate with others, eating every meal together, joining in with games and quickly her social circle expanded. Her confidence came back within just a couple of weeks and her cognition, as a result, which had been rapidly declining, plateaued, which is a credit to the home. Her mobility was variable but the home organised exercise classes and encouraged walking into the garden and between rooms. I couldn't recommend this home enough.
My father has only been in The Ridings since October 2018 but so far everything is excellent. He has settled in nicely and all the staff are very helpful and kind to him. I am really happy with how they look after dad and would definitely recommend The Ridings. Before he went to your home, I went to every home in Banbury and liked yours the most. I had a good feeling about it.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 25 November 2022Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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.
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News (2) & Events (0)
- 19 Dec 2025
Residents and colleagues at Anchor care homes across the Cotswolds are embracing the festive spirit. From crafting Christmas decorations and singing carols, to decorating trees and baking festive treats, each...
- 09 Oct 2024
Anchor, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for people in later life, has received platinum status in the RSPCA’s annual PawPrints Awards for the second year in a...
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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.
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