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Cambrian Lodge

4 Battery Road, Portishead, Bristol, North Somerset BS20 7HP
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Cambrian Lodge is a residential home located in the heart of Portishead in the county of North Somerset. The elegant Victorian building was originally built for the Wills tobacco family and is just a stone’s throw away from Portishead seafront.

There is a highly qualified and passionate team providing care 24-hours a day assisting with all everyday tasks required. Each individual has a person-centred and individualised care plan allowing flexibility and...  

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Care Provided by Cambrian Lodge

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 28 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,000 - £1,300£1,000 - £1,300
Residential Dementia Care£1,000 - £1,300N/A

Fees relate directly to the needs of the person, so please contact the manager who will be able to give you a exact cost for the placement

Contact Cambrian Lodge 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

Person in charge

  • Marie Powell (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (24)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (20)

Visiting

  • Visitors welcome anytime.

Parking

  • Car park to the front of the building or street parking outside

Cambrian Lodge Reviews (34)

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9.6

Cambrian Lodge has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.603) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Cambrian Lodge has 34 reviews.

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Review from Ken O (Resident / Service User) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very comfortable place. Very friendly staff, very helpful and find. Lots of cups of tea - too many biscuits. Nice lounge and chairs. Views of gardens - needs work.
Maters are dealt with by management quickly.

I feel safe and settled in here and made lots of friends.

Reply from Molly Burrows, Manager at Cambrian Lodge

I am so glad to hear you are happy and settled at Cambrian Lodge and that you enjoy the biscuits!

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Review from Jacquie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father moved in December for respite and needs more care so he has stayed - permanent residence now. The manager was amazing at getting him in and settled. She and the staff are amazing, go the extra mile, always smiling. Helpful and available. The manager has made many positive changes to Cambrian Lodge, activities, etc. So relieved Dad is happy, settled, and safe! Thank you.

Reply from Molly Burrows, Manager at Cambrian Lodge

Thank you for your kind review. We a thrilled that you and your Dad have had a positive experience. We understand the upset that can be caused by moving from home to a care home, so are very proud of the dedication the care team provides to make sure new residents feel welcomed.

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Review from Jan E (Wife of Resident) published on 21 December 2023 Submitted via Website
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This may be adequate as a `care home` for elderly people but it is most definitely not! a care home for our loved ones who are living with dementia. The majority of staff (excluding the deputy manager) were compassionate and mindful of the resident's needs but lack the understanding and training of even the basics of caring for an individual who has Dementia.

Reply from Richard White, Managing Director at Cambrian Lodge

I'm sorry that you decided to leave this review as it doesn't fairly represent our disagreement, which wasn't about the care your husband received or the home, but was about your unwillingness to comply with contractual obligations. Cambrian Lodge is a lovely, warm and caring home with an...  

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Review from Louise A (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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I visited recently on behalf of my mum to view for a possible room here. The new manager at Cambrian Lodge was amazing, could not have been more knowledgeable or helpful. I chatted to staff who all seemed friendly and helpful. The home was warm, clean and well equipped.

Reply from Sarah Blaszczyk, Manager at Cambrian Lodge

It was lovely to meet you and thank you so much for your kind comments about Cambrian Lodge. I hope that you find, or have found, Mum a nice home situated closer to the area you were seeking. From all of us here at Cambrian, we wish you and your mum well.

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Review from Jeremy B (Son of Resident) published on 13 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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We have always found the staff to be very caring. It seems a friendly place. I think Mum sometimes doesn't like the food.

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Review from Sally C (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 June 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mother went into Cambrian Lodge Care Home to give me a break from caring, she took a few days to settle in but is now very happy there. The staff are all very nice, very caring and professional. The home is clean and bright and the rooms are well-furnished and homely. The lounge and dining room are bright and overlooks the garden which had many spring flowers in it when she arrived. Mum gets her hair done every week and I am very grateful for the kindness and care they give my mother, it's comforting to know she is well looked after.

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Review from J C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother was always treated with dignity and respect during the ten months she spent in Cambrian Lodge Care Home. The staff were kind and caring at the same time as respecting her independence. Mum was always able to get any medical care she needed and it was nice to know there was a hairdresser and podiatrist available to residents. My mum spent her final days in the care home and we could not have wished for better care and support.

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Review from Rachel V (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum is always happy, looks healthy, clean, her nails always look clean and polished, she has her hair cut regularly. She says that she always enjoys her meals and the team have advised us that they have put her on mashed food as she finds it hard to swallow. When and if there are problems the teams always contact us. We are very happy with the care Mum gets.

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Review from Tina C (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are so caring and helpful.

They take really good care of Mum, which gives us a lot of comfort to know she is ok, especially when we haven't been able to visit.

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Review from S W (Son of Resident) published on 3 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Highly recommend this home. Both parents residents here (Father - three years then Mother for - five years) - both love it here. Staff are always very welcoming. Management have built up a great team of dedicated and caring staff - many have worked here for several years. Care throughout Covid-19 pandemic has been excellent and slightly over-cautious (as it should be).

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Review from Tony (Son of Resident) published on 9 July 2020 Submitted via Website
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The care given to my mum has been brilliant. The staff are welcoming, friendly and always available to help with whatever is asked of them. My mum settled in very quickly and can’t speak highly enough of the care she is given. She was allowed to have her own furniture in her room which she is delighted about. My mum is very happy which means I am very happy. I would recommend Cambrian Lodge without hesitation.

Just a final comment. In my opinion I think the way they have dealt with the COVID-19 situation has been excellent. After calls to the residents families for feedback they ‘locked down’ early and kept their residents safe from the situation unfolding outside of their home. They have done an amazing job (and still are) in extremely difficult circumstances. A testament to the love and care all the staff feel and show to the residents.

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Review from Sue D (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 April 2020 Submitted via Website
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My mum is 98 years young and has been a resident for nearly two years now. I am always impressed by how patient, calm and caring your staff team are. Mum always tells me that everyone is very kind to her and she feels safe. Whenever I visit I’m made to feel welcome and a member of staff often takes the time to have a good chat with me. If they have any concerns I am contacted by phone and they do not hesitate to call a GP to visit mum or give advice. A few months ago, when mum became suddenly very poorly, the staff were so supportive of me and my family as we came in and out to visit every day. They were genuinely upset to see mum so unwell and equally as delighted as us when she made a good recovery. Thank you everyone.

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Review from Y B (Friend of Resident) published on 12 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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My friend has been at Cambrian Lodge for about 3 years, he is 97 years old. The staff who look after him daily are very kind and caring as well as being very friendly and welcoming to family and friends visiting. I am the only visitor on a regular basis that visits and they keep me informed on my friend's needs and progress regularly so I am happy with his care and that he is close by.

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Review from C D (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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I find Cambrian to be warm and welcoming. Staff appear lovely.

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Date: 11 December 2018
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  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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  • 18 Nov 2019Recipient: Cambrian Lodge
  • 06 Apr 2017Recipient: Cambrian Lodge

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Meet the Team (1)

Marie Powell
Marie PowellJob Title Registered ManagerJoined 2025

Meet Marie – a woman who's turned three decades of caring into an art form.

With over 30 years in health and social care, I've had the incredible privilege of supporting people across the spectrum – from elderly residents to adults with learning disabilities. But it's the past 11 years as a home manager, particularly specialising in dementia care, where I've really found my stride.

My qualifications include a Level 5 diploma in leadership and management, but honestly, some of my most valuable education has come from the residents and families I've worked with over the years. Every day teaches me something new.

When I'm not at Cambrian Lodge, I'm very much a family-focused person. You'll often find me in the kitchen creating celebration cakes (it's become quite the hobby!), planning our next travel adventure, or curled up somewhere quiet with a really good book.

I believe that care is about seeing the person behind the need – understanding their story, their preferences, and what makes them feel truly at home. That's what we strive for every single day at Cambrian Lodge.

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