Buxton House

423b Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0QJ
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Buxton House is a warm and welcoming residential and dementia care home in Weymouth, Dorset. With a light and airy atmosphere, the home allows residents to live their lives as if in the comfort of their own homes whilst being cared for by committed, professionally trained staff.

Buxton House has 64 ensuite single bedrooms, divided into four wings to create a homely feel. Each wing has its own spacious lounge/diner and kitchen area.

Buxton House provides compassionate care for those who can longer live independently and also offers intermediate care for people requiring a short period of rehabilitation.

All residents can enjoy a wide variety of activities and entertainment in and around the home, plus outings in the Care South minibus to local landmarks and attractions.
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Care Provided by Buxton House

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 64 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees What's included?

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Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lauren Taylor (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
  • Ages 18+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (64)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (64)

Buxton House Reviews (112)

9.7

Buxton House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.724) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Buxton House has 112 reviews.

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Review from A W (Friend of Resident) published on 9 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The team of carers looked after my friend with so much care over the last 3+ years. She had been in and out of different care homes/hospitals but Buxton House delivered a warm and caring home for her in her last years. She enjoyed many of the activities and outings offered when health permitted, sadly
she had few old friends visiting as distance a problem.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you for your kind words. We are honoured to have provided your friend with a warm and caring home. It is wonderful to hear that she enjoyed many of the activities and outings when her health allowed. Your appreciation means a great deal to our team, and we are grateful that you took the time to share your experience.
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Review from Fiona C (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 June 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to thank your staff for being so very caring and positive. It was my mums birthday yesterday and several members of staff came into her room with a cake and items that had been delivered from members of the family. They sang to her and then one member helped her open a present from the
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Buxton House staff often go above and beyond and I have found them to be very communicative too. Thank you for being so kind.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you so much for your lovely review. We are delighted that your mum enjoyed her birthday celebration and that our team could help make the day special.
Your kind words about our staff's care, positivity and communication mean a great deal to us. Thank you for trusting Buxton House with your mum's care and for taking the time to share your experience. We will be sure to pass your lovely comments on to the team.
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Review from Karen A (Wife of Resident) published on 3 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the time my husband came into Buxton House for respite, I felt so at ease with the staff. The love and care given to the residents is second to none and when he was offered a full time care plan I was relieved he would be taken care by the lovely staff. The dedication and expertise of the management
right down to the marvellous cook and all in behind the scenes its like a working family.
Thank-you all.
Reply from Phillip Smith, Director of Residential Care at Buxton HouseThank you so much for such a lovely review. The team at Buxton House will be delighted when they see it. Thank you again
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Review from Trevor G (Son of Resident) published on 19 May 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lauren and the staff out always helpful and put mum's needs first . They answer any questions we Have positively . Michelle , chantelle,sue and many others a're always friendly
Regards
Trevor
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you for your kind review. We're so pleased to hear that you feel supported and that your mum's needs are always put first. Your feedback means a lot to the whole team, and we truly appreciate your support.
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Review from Stephen B (Son of Resident) published on 17 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very well organised And friendly confident staff highly recommend
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you so much for your kind words! We're really glad to hear you found everything well organised and that our team made a positive impression. Your recommendation means a lot to us, thank you once again.
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Review from Sue E (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 1st impression on visiting Buxton House was the warm welcome I received from all members of staff. This was exactly the same as my 2nd visit. Totally welcoming environment with friendly, attentive and efficient staff. All very willing to help and clearly enjoy working at Buxton. The environment is
clean, well-staffed, and well-managed. The staff are knowledgeable about mum and her needs. Very impressed.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that both of your visits were such positive experiences and that our team made you feel welcome and supported. It means a great deal to know you feel confident in the care and attention we provide to your mum, we'll be sure to share your feedback with the whole team.
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Review from Claire W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
all the staff are so perlight always happy to help. Grandad alway's say how lovely everyone is and always so caring. Grandad is so happy here.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you so much for your kind review. It really means a lot to our whole team to hear that your grandad feels happy and well cared for here. We'll be sure to share your lovely words with all the staff. Knowing that families feel supported and that residents are happy makes what we do incredibly rewarding. Thank you again for taking the time to share your feedback.
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Review from S D (Son of Resident) published on 25 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An all round exellent team
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseMany thanks for your lovely review. I am so pleased to read that you think the team are excellent, I will share this with them as I know they will be very grateful. Thank you once again, it means a lot.
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Review from K D (Son of Resident) published on 25 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From Mums feedback and our experiance Buxton House is doing a fantastic job.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseMany thanks for your kind review. I will share this with the whole team as I know they will be very grateful. Thank you once again, means a lot.
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Review from Peter B (Husband of Resident) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall, very good.
Staff very good.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseMany thanks for your recent review, I'll be sure to share it with the whole team as I know it'll gratefully received. Many thanks once again.
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Review from Tony W (Son of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience of Buxton House was that we cannot speak highly enough of all the staff we have had contact with. We found the facilities and surroundings at Buxton House to be excellent.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you so much for for kind review. I am so pleased to read such positive feedback, I will share your review with the whole team as I know it will be gratefully received. Thank you once again, it means a lot.
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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Buxton House is an excellent choice of a residential Home. Words are not enough to tell the difference the staff made in the short time my father Roger was with them.
Their support, caring, kindness and dedication was beyond measure and will never be forgotton
All staff were truley amazing, and they
should never underestimate the difference they made to my Father and our whole family. My son said "welcome from staff made him feel he was in a hotel"
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you so much for your lovely review, It's so lovely to read that you found the team to be supportive, caring, kind and dedicated - everything we strive to be at Buxton house. I will share your review with the whole team as I know it will be greatly appreciated. Many thanks again, it means a lot.
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Review from G S (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum moved in in September she has settled in and all the staff are lovely and kind. They are very helpful if you have a query about things. Mum is very happy there and had made new friends, which is nice.
I cannot fault it at all.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you so much for your review. I am so pleased that Mum has settled in well and that you feel that all the staff are lovely and kind. I will pass on your very lovely feedback as I know it means a lot to the team, thank you again.
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Review from Jaclyn B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Caring for another one with their well being who cannot quite do it for themselves anymore is extremely important, tricky, kindhearted, and much more. Within my experience here I have seen the staff perform, care, work in the best caring way, showing such thought and difference there at the Buxton House
I know my Grandad is in wonderful, safe, loving hands having a jolly time with the time he has left. Thank You Everyone at Buxton House and all your efforts!
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseWhat a wonderful review, thank you so much. I am so pleased that you feel your Grandad is in safe hands. I'll be sure to pass on your kind words, I know it means a lot to the whole team at Buxton House, thank you once again.
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Review from John B (Son of Resident) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience has been nothing short of amazing. Within just a few short visits, it became clear the level of care is extremely high. All of the staff, at all levels, are absolutely fabulous. It is evident that they all genuinely care about the wellbeing of their residents.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseWhat a wonderful review, thank you so much. I am so pleased that your experience has been nothing short of amazing. I'll be sure to pass on your kind words, I know it means a lot to the team, thank you once again.
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Review from E B (Wife of Resident) published on 11 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I want to thank all the staff who have cared for my husband during his stay. The care and concern shown by every member of staff has been without fault. There is a warm caring atmosphere throughout the home, and nothing is too much trouble. Many thanks to the manager and the team!
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you for your recent review, it is so lovely to read that you feel our care for your husband has been without fault and that there is a warm and caring atmosphere throughout the home. The team will be so pleased with this feedback, it really does mean a lot, so thank you again.
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Review from Mark P (Nephew of Resident) published on 29 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone is lovely and I am sure he will be very happy here.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you so much for your review, it's very much appreciated. The team will be so pleased to hear that you are sure your loved one will be very happy with us at Buxton House.
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Review from Ryan B (Son of Resident) published on 28 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing friendly management and staff.
Dads not been here long but the care is far better than had before. Already showing huge improvent in mental health, also physically with his mobility. Very happy.
Reply from Rachel Wood, Head of Customer Relations at Buxton HouseThank you for your review, It's great to read that Dad is showing such great improvements and that you are very happy with the care, friendly management and staff. I know the team are always really grateful to receive 5 star reviews - so again, thank you so much.
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Review from Melanie H (Sister of Resident) published on 6 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Since my sister has been a resident at Buxton House, I have visited on many occasions. I have found the staff very approachable and friendly. I like the interaction I have witnessed between staff and residents whilst there. My sister had to have a procedure at Hospital, which meant the staff needed
to have her up and ready for 6am. She was ready and waiting, which took a good deal of stress away from us, for which I thank them. I have noticed the menu is always on display, and the choices are very varied. My sister's room is very clean, but could do with a refurbishment.
Overall I am very happy with my sister's care.
Reply from Phil Smith, Director of Residential Care at Buxton HouseThank you for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We're so pleased to hear you're happy with your sister's care and that our team has helped ease moments of stress. We also appreciate your comments about the room and will take this into consideration for future improvements. It's lovely to have your support.
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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the family where heartbroken to see Mum go into a care home, whereas she has been alot more settled with the help of all the staff, their care and activities. This has eased her anxiety which in turn is helping her Dementia journey, and ours.
Reply from Esther Sheppard, Senior Customer Relationship Manager at Buxton HouseThank you for your kind words. We're so glad to hear that your mum is feeling more settled-it means a lot to us to be part of her journey and support your family.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.724)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.724) out of 10 for Buxton House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 31 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.724 for Buxton House is calculated as follows: ( (273 Excellents x 5) + (78 Goods x 4) + (11 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 362 Ratings = 4.724
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Buxton House is based on 30 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 64 registered maximum number of service users is 12.8, which has been reached with 30 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 10 Sep 2025

Overall Good

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  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (1)

Lauren

Lauren Taylor

Job Title: Home Manager

“I have worked in the Health and Social Care sector since I was old enough to be employed; whilst continuing to study, develop and achieve the skills and qualifications I have.


I began my career working with Care South as a Care Assistant and progressed to my present role as Home Manager of Buxton House. I initially began my journey at Buxton House and worked across the company in different locations – I am so glad to be back!


Ensuring every day is meaningful for the people we care for is what drives me and the team at Buxton House to give the best possible service.


We aim to support our residents and be involved in the care we provide; to enhance their independence in confidence, knowing we can support them with our person-centred approach.


I am proud and fortunate to be part of a fun, professional and caring team who work above and beyond expectations consistently.”

Frequently Asked Questions about Buxton House

What types of Care is Buxton House registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Buxton House have?

There are 64 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Buxton House?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Buxton House to the centre of Weymouth?

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

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