





Coneygar Lodge was acquired by a former RGN back in 1999 - she recognised that there were very few care homes that genuinely offer a homely caring environment where the happiness and care of the residents always came first. She had a vision for Coneygar Lodge and 26 years later, the home has gone from strength to strength, achieving an Outstanding rating by CQC, most recently in March 2021.
Coneygar Lodge...
Care Provided by Coneygar Lodge
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 22 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our fees start from £1550 per week inclusive (the only extras being things like a daily paper, hair dressing, chiropody etc).
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Coneygar Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Coneygar 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
Owner
- Coneygar Lodge Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Carrie Pitts (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2018
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (22)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)
Visiting
- Visits are welcome at any time, happy to show the home to anyone, even without an appointment.
Parking
- On-site parking.
Coneygar Lodge Reviews (10)
Coneygar Lodge has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.393) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Coneygar Lodge has 10 reviews.
Mum loves the activities and there are several outside singers, craft people and even miniature ponies and reptiles that come into the home to keep the residents entertained. There are also occcasions when residents get taken out to places of their own choice in the area, on a one to one basis or with a small group.
The home is well maintained and the gardens are always beautifully kept. The residents can also use them to sit out in and/or walk around depending on their level of fitness.
It's a lovely caring home with a personal touch. It's small enough that they all know each other, which makes its feel homely.
Thank you for your lovely review - it means so much to the whole team to hear and sums up the safe, homely environment that we all work hard to achieve everyday.
Everyone is very approachable and willing to discuss anything.
A variety of activities are always going on and residents are free to use the gardens and outside spaces which are kept very neatly.
Rooms are cleaned regularly
Thank you for your view, we always like to ensure that all residents and families feel welcomed and treated for full care and respect. We strive on ensuring that we have a open door policy and will continue to ensure that each and everyone is listened to and supported at all times.
We as a family can't speak highly enough of the kindness, patience and attention to mum's needs shown by everyone there.
Residents are included as much as they want to be in varied activities and the food was to a high standard , healthy and wholesome and lot's of choice.
Special occasions such as residents Birthdays were celebrated in whichever way that particular resident chose.
We were so reassured that we'd chosen the best place for mum.
Any questions were always answered with friendliness and politeness and nothing was too much trouble.
We would have no hesitation in recommending Coneygar Lodge as a Care Home in every sense of the word.
We are humbled by such lovely comments and will continue to ensure that our residents are the main focus of the home.
My mother has been a resident at Coneygar for over 15 years. Any personal health issues she has are dealt with compassionately and professionally. Staff are friendly, approachable, and an extension to our family. The premises are extremely well kept and high standards are always maintained. There are always activities/trips available and personal interests are encouraged. Coneygar has provided her with a safe haven within a community environment.
Now, she has all the benefits of a modern-day care home - food, lodging, medical care, etc - but, just as importantly for her, company, social interaction, and afternoon activities. The staff are excellent - always going the extra mile for residents and visitors alike (a cup of tea and slice of cake is always welcome after a 94 mile drive to visit my mother). Having a mother-in-law also in residential care owned by one of the "big boys", the sense of intimacy in this family-run independent home is refreshing, where decisions are made on-site, and not governed by people in white ivory towers. Highly recommended.
Mum has been a resident at Coneygar Lodge for six years and her care has been exceptional. In the last few months her health has deteriorated with many challenging issues, these have been dealt with by all the staff in a compassionate, professional and caring way. I cannot thank all at Coneygar Lodge enough for everything that they do for Mum. Really above and beyond what you might expect. Mum and I will always be grateful.
Recently as her health has deteriorated, the staff have been so kind and caring which has been so comforting.
The home is always beautifully clean and there are some lovely staff working here who are very friendly and welcoming.
Thank you for this wonderful review. I will pass this on to our amazing team of staff here at Coneygar as it's lovely for them to hear such positive comments.
It is clear that Coneygar Lodge is very well managed and all staff are valued. I have no hesitation in recommending Coneygar Lodge and I am grateful to all the staff there for the care given to my mother.
Towards the end, the staff were very kind and thoughtful, both to my mother in law and my husband.
I would not hesitate to recommend this care home - it has a family feel to it and everyone is prepared to spend the time to talk to you.
My mother died very recently and I would like to thank the management and staff at Coneygar Lodge where she spent a very happy last year and half. She was looked after impeccably and was able to live in the way that suited her - something that was important to her and to her family. She had lived alone for many years and very much appreciated the way she was able to continue in that style but with the added security and care Coneygar Lodge gave her. Her family were not only made welcome but included in the family feeling of the home. My mother often said she couldn’t have found anywhere better. She was delighted with her room which was light and airy, with washing and loo facilities en suite. A notable cook herself, she praised the food and was happy that she was able to eat in her own room. She liked the way she was treated, hands off if possible, but with gentle personal care when she needed it. Staff picked up on infection or illness quickly and acted on it at once. Most importantly, she was able to end her days in her own place, with her own things around her, and with familiar people caring for her.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 27 November 2018Outstanding
- CaringOutstanding
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
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
No Vacancies
Posted: 05 August 2026No Current Bed / Place Vacancies
News (6) & Events (0)
- 10 Aug 2026
LOOKING FOR A LITTLE EXTRA SUPPORT DURING THE DAY? At our Outstanding residential care home, we're delighted to offer a warm and welcoming Day Care Service for anyone who would...
- 23 Jul 2026
? Beautiful Newly Refurbished Room Available ? Our newly refurbished room offers a comfortable, welcoming space with: • Private wet room • Lovely outdoor space to relax and enjoy the...
- 17 Jul 2026
We have had a busy, yet very fulfilling July here at Coneygar Lodge. Please have a look at our July Newsletter.
There are no upcoming events for Coneygar Lodge.
Awards / Recognitions (0)
There are currently no awards/recognitions posted yet for Coneygar Lodge.
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Coneygar Lodge.
Meet the Team (7)

My name is James Cross. I joined Coneygar Lodge in 2004, having previously worked in the engineering industry have a Honours degree in Integrated Engineering.
I joined the team as operations director, bringing new ideas and visions to help the team spend more time with the residents by reducing the administrative burden through computerisation (Coneygar was one of the first care homes in the country to introduce a computerised care system and later, electronic medication management).
I am as passionate about providing person-centred, homely care to all the residents at Coneygar Lodge as well as leading a fantastic, dedicated team."

I have been a Registered Care Home Manager for over 20 years and am passionate about providing the highest standards of care. Throughout my career, I have achieved an Outstanding CQC rating on four occasions, something I am incredibly proud of.
I am committed to continuous learning and personal development, always striving to be the best version of myself. I have achieved qualifications from NVQ Level 2 through to Level 5 and am also a qualified Dementia Care Mapper through the University of Bradford, enabling me to further enhance the quality of care we provide.
I genuinely love what I do and am always looking for ways we can learn, improve, and provide the very best support for those in our care. At Coneygar Lodge, we are much more than just a care home—we are a family. Together, we work as one team to ensure every resident receives compassionate, person-centred care in a warm, supportive, and welcoming environment.

I began my career as a Senior Carer before progressing to Team Leader and now Deputy Manager. Along the way, I have achieved my NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications, and I have recently completed my Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management.
Working alongside Cat, our Registered Manager, I am committed to ensuring we maintain the highest standards of compliance while delivering outstanding person-centred care. At Coneygar Lodge, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where residents feel valued, respected, and truly at home.
Coneygar Lodge isn’t just a care home—it’s a family, and I’m proud to be part of it.

I am a senior carer and the Medication lead, which involves ordering medication, checking in and stock management.
I also undertake the medication supervision of the staff and assist with all medication reviews.
Coneygar Lodge has a true home-from-home feel, and we all work together to ensure that we are providing the highest standards of care to each resident.
Altogether, I have worked for the company for 28 years and can't imagine working anywhere else.Coneygar Lodge is a very special home, and I feel privileged to be a part of it.

I moved to Bridport from Bath in 2014. My 2 adult children have flown the nest.
Having previously worked for the NHS for 25 years as a qualified nurse, I was looking to get back into a more community-based care role.
One that would give me more time to build relationships with the people I was entrusted to care for.
At Coneygar, the residents are at the heart of all the home is and strives to be. Being family run and with a great team on board, it is a community that I am proud to be a part of.
I started working at Coneygar back in 2015 as a senior carer. Taking on my current role as Resident of the day co coordinator, in September 2024.My day Co-Coordinator is a new role introduced by our Registered Manager, Cat. This enables us to offer our residents something ‘extra special’ in terms of 1:1 time and care.
Time that is set aside for each individual resident and spent doing something that they would really like to do. Residents are actively encouraged to participate in deciding what it is they would like to do and how they would like to spend the time. It is their day after all.
For example, a morning out visiting a local farm shop, having a coffee and a chat, perhaps a bus ride to Weymouth, or a pub visit. Lunch out at The Hive cafe at Burton or buying some flowers from the garden centre to plant in window boxes outside your room. Maybe a pampering session at home at Coneygar, or the comfort of having someone spend time with you in the garden or whilst you relax in your room. Time to share what’s on your mind and for us to get to know you that little bit more. It’s entirely up to you and sometimes the simplest of things, like going for a drive in the car, can make all the difference.Feedback from our residents is that My Day sessions are both highly valued and enjoyable and contribute to an overall sense of well-being. The residents look forward to these ‘dates in their diaries’ and often talk with one another about what they have done.
There are also added benefits, for example in terms of increasing mobility and social interaction. Alongside helping our residents stay connected to the wider community of Bridport and the wonderful Dorset coastline, with its glorious sea views.

My name is Jade. I am one of the cooks at Coneygar. I love nothing more than creating delicious, home-cooked meals that are both nutritious and tailored to each resident’s dietary needs and personal preferences.
I take the time to chat with every resident, making sure they enjoy the foods they love and always feel listened to.
The residents and I especially look forward to our cooking afternoons, where we all come together to prepare a variety of tasty dishes, share stories, and enjoy each other’s company. These sessions are always filled with laughter, creativity, and the wonderful aroma of freshly cooked food. I have a true passion for cooking and dedication to making every mealtime special to help create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that residents truly appreciate.

I have worked at Coneygar Lodge since 2011 and am proud to be the Head Housekeeper and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead. I am responsible for ensuring the home remains clean, safe, and welcoming, while working closely with residents to make sure their rooms reflect their individuality and feel personal to them.
As IPC Lead, I carry out regular infection prevention and control audits, identifying areas for improvement to help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety throughout the home.
I am incredibly passionate about my role and feel extremely grateful and happy to be part of the outstanding family here at Coneygar Lodge.
Frequently Asked Questions about Coneygar Lodge
What types of Care is Coneygar Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Coneygar Lodge have?
There are 22 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Coneygar Lodge?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Coneygar Lodge to the centre of Bridport?
0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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