
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.
My father found his stay enlightening and has stated that he would go back to The Ridings, as all the staff were caring, polite and respected his dignity. This also enabled my mum to have a well-deserved rest, knowing Dad was in as safe place and being looked after.
My family and myself can't thank The Ridings enough for their assistance with the transition from home to The Ridings. Always found staff happy, caring, polite, helpful and going that extra mile to ensure Dad was happy and involved with his care needs. Even though Dad was only with The Ridings for a week we all felt welcomed and never a bother.
I have been at The Ridings for a year now and this review covers that period. I cannot speak too highly of The Ridings. It is a particularly pleasant environment. I would have rated everything excellent, except that I wanted to point out the really outstanding things which concern the staff who are first rate, competent, caring, efficient, with a good sense of humour and a good team spirit. Their interaction with all residents is first class. I am aware that this must come from the management, and it is impressive how quickly new staff pick up the ethos. Activities are good and varied too - the time here passes very quickly.
Since my mother-in-law moved into The Ridings, we have had nothing but positive experiences. The staff are really caring and will do things for the residents above and beyond their duties. The Ridings is always warm and welcoming to all visitors. This has made my mother-in-law feel very comfortable and at ease. I would highly recommend The Ridings to anyone in this area looking for a residential home for their parents or family member.
My mother moved into The Ridings in August 2017 after a short stay in another care home. The care and support she has received has been fantastic, all of the staff have been supportive to both my mother and myself in what has been an emotional journey. I can only express my gratitude to all the staff there and I would recommend them for their high level of care and support.
My mother was a resident for 5 years until she died. The care home was always clean and well run. The staff gave my mother a good standard of care throughout her stay. They were sympathetic and gave a high standard of support to her and me when it was necessary. Their treatment of my mother in her final months was particularly caring, which I found very reassuring.
My mother has settled into The Ridings well after having to leave her own home. The care staff are so kind and helpful. The activities at The Ridings are on every day and very from knitting, pom pom making, baking, arts and crafts, reminiscence sessions, hairdressing and so much more. All the residents are well and happy - it really is like a big extended happy family. Meal times are an event with amazing food from the chef. We are so grateful to have found such a wonderful place.
My mother, who had dementia, was a resident in the home from March 2011 until she died in July 2016. The care Mum had during this time was outstanding. We found the staff very caring, conscientious and helpful and the regular review between myself and the staff ensured that we had an opportunity to share in decisions about her care. In her early time in the home she led a very full and active life, enjoying days out and activities. As she deteriorated, she was still encouraged to take part in the activities she was able to. As she deteriorated, the staff put in place adaptations she needed to keep her safe and well looked after. Palliative care at the end was excellent.
When looking for a place for my mother, I found The Ridings the perfect care home with lots to keep her entertained plus a peaceful and relaxing home.
My husband died on the 13th of August 2016 at the hospital after 8 years at The Ridings. He was looked after extremely well and enjoyed some of the activities there and outings. The staff at The Ridings were excellent and I always felt supported when I went to query anything to do with his care. He and I were disappointed when he wasn't able to return to The Ridings where he regarded as home.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 25 November 2022Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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 (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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Meet the Team (1)

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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