The Old Vicarage Care Home

Leigh, Sherborne DT9 6HL
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9.6 83 Reviews
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The Old Vicarage Care Home is located in a scenic part of the Dorset countryside and offers a combination of friendliness and professionalism in order to help adults with care needs to enjoy a comfortable and stimulating lifestyle.

While being ideal for long-term residential needs, the home also maintains a respite service and offers day care to the surrounding communities. Carers are committed to understanding personal needs and adhering to a tailored approach.

A number of activities are organised to support personal interests and physical health, and residents have access to information technology while enjoying home-cooked meals.

The temporary garden cabin-style structure is equipped with two entrance points, a Perspex screen to separate visitors from residents and an intercom to make communicating easy. The room is also equipped with heating, insulation, fire safety measures and nurse call buttons. To book a visit in the pod, please contact the home manager.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 41 Service Users

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • 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

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1300
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1350

These prices are only a guideline, please contact The Old Vicarage Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Yvonne Smith (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2011
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (34)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (8)

Parking

  • Ample parking on site

The Old Vicarage Care Home Reviews (83)

9.6

The Old Vicarage Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.577) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Old Vicarage Care Home has 83 reviews.

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Review from Richard S (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 15 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Old Vicarage is a delightful Home in the depths of the countryside. The residents are all very happy and very keen to tell you what a lovely home they have. The staff are clearly very caring and professional in their approach. There are a great variety of activities which appear very popular.
This
is a well run and happy home. I would strongly recommend it.
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Review from Anthony D (Regular Volunteer) published on 4 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After a period of adjustment after the deaths of the owners, the home is now settled under the care of new management. I detect the same caring attitude among staff that was so evident during the previous owners time at the helm. As far as spiritual matters are concerned, I am pleased that the monthly
communion services are continuing, as are the links with the local parish church. I consider it vital that these continue.
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Review from Alan B (Son of Resident) published on 2 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Old Vicarage gave my mother four years of quality life. She was always happy here and was very well cared for despite her tendency to be extremely demanding at times! Despite the change of ownership since her time, I have no doubt that the remaining staff will continue with their excellent approach
to all their responsibilities.
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Review from Jennifer C (Regular Volunteer) published on 2 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have visited the care home on a number of times to attend the coffee morning and events. I commend the amazing management and staff for the incredible work that they all do - they are all so welcoming and it’s heartwarming to see a community come together for coffee mornings and charity events that
often take place at the home. Having been shown around the care home by the manager, I have seen what The Old Vicarage has to offer, it has such a great atmosphere, is very clean and the staff are very thorough with great attention to detail. The Old Vicarage is an integral asset to the local community and it’s all thanks to the great management and staff who have worked throughout recent hardship and ensured they follow through with the home’s ethos.
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Review from D R (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 31 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
It is difficult to be subjective at this time as there has been a monumental change, in that there has been an almost total change of staff due to the death of both owners.
It will take some time (a lot) for the ethos of the organisation to be understood or even apparent. There are signs that it will
be, only time will tell.
Reply from Louise Turner, Home Manager at The Old Vicarage Care Home

Thank you for taking your time to review our home. I do realise that we have had a few changes at The Old Vicarage in the last few years; that is why your review is important to us. We have been through a very difficult time in the last few years with the loss of both of our owners which was a very sad time for us all. With great support from our new provider and our compassionate, committed team and the support from our community, we aim to continue providing outstanding care making the previous owners proud of our achievements and keeping their ethos in care alive.

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Review from S T (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother enjoyed an excellent six-week stay to convalesce after a serious fall. She is now back at home. We found all the staff friendly, flexible and caring.
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Review from Lance D (Friend of Resident) published on 27 April 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I live in Chetnole which is the next village to Leigh where the Old Vicarage Care home is situated.
Due to my age, I have had cause to visit several care homes in the area to visit old friends and relations.
I have been very impressed with the cleanliness, friendliness and general running of the Old
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Review from Jenny E (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are helpful and friendly. The interaction between the staff and my father has been wonderful, very supportive. I never go home after visiting worried about his welfare and have complete confidence that they will care for him to the best of their ability.
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Review from R D (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with The Old Vicarage Care Home. My mother is very settled being a resident for the past 16 months and she recommends it to her elderly friends.
Reply from Becky Elford, Nominated Individual at The Old Vicarage Care Home

Thank you very much for your review, it is very much appreciated.

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Review from Phil B (Son of Resident) published on 3 November 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are always bright and have time for the residents. No matter how busy they are, the home is clean, bright and a happy place to be in, with lovely gardens and extensive views across the Dorset countryside. It really is a happy home.
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Review from Alan L (Son of Resident) published on 1 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum's key worker phoned us before our visit to make us aware of a small deterioration in her memory and that Mum may not recognise us. She also asked us to leave feedback on how we thought Mum was. Happily, Mum did recognise us, so our feedback was positive. It is this attention to detail and keeping
relatives informed that makes The Old Vicarage Care Home such a marvellous place.


We cannot visit as often as we'd like but knowing mum is in such a caring and lovely place is a great comfort to us.

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Review from Simon P (Son of Resident) published on 17 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff have a very caring attitude, always willing to help and be cheerful. You give quality care and maintain clean premises.
It is a wonderful setting with lovely rooms and garden and views. Best care home in the region. My mother is very content.
Reply from Rebecca Elford, Nominated Individual at The Old Vicarage Care Home

Thank you very much for your review it is very much appreciated to get feedback from family.

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Review from Catherine E (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was treated with the greatest respect and kindness. She was made to feel nothing was too much trouble. The staff are extremely approachable and always keeping a watch out for the residents. I cannot praise this establishment highly enough.
Reply from Rebecca Elford, Nominated Individual at The Old Vicarage Care Home

Thank you very much for your review, it is very much appreciated. Kind regards Becky

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Review from John (Son of Resident) published on 8 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father came into The Old Vicarage with emergency respite needs. He has since become a full-time resident. Our family was very impressed with the way the initial contact and admission was made, we have found the management to be approachable and open and the staff to provide a very good level of care.
Dad's personal needs, both physically and mentally/emotionally have been assessed and met. As someone used to working in medium-sized organisations, I am impressed by the balance between necessary systems and checks and personal, friendly and supportive responses to individual needs. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the environment well-kept and interesting and there are plenty of activities for residents. I most appreciate the way that The Old Vicarage has worked hard to meets Dad's need for order and understanding, and the sense of partnership that has been created between management, staff, Dad, family and statutory services (especially doctor).
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Review from Jane (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has lived in The Old Vicarage Care Home for over a year now. She is happy and well settled and the staff are extremely caring and go out of their way to fulfil the personal requirements of every resident. They make time to chat to them, take them for walks in the garden
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joke. When Mum has been unwell or upset I have visited her room and found a member of staff sat with her on the bed, holding her hand and comforting her. The management team are extremely efficient and very approachable.
The food is excellent and the presentation of both food and tables is always excellent. Specific dietary requests are always catered for and the home will even cater for relatives if they are visiting and pre-book.
The events manager organises events every weekday morning, including regular visits to interesting places. Singing features frequently in the events calendar and is very popular amongst the residents.
I would not want my Mum to be anywhere else.
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Review from Paul (Son of Resident) published on 7 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When my mother was mobile she really enjoyed the activities, company and quality of the food at The Old Vicarage. Now that she is no longer mobile I can see that she is usually smiling, even though her sight and hearing have diminished. Carers are very attentive and regularly check on her well-being.
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Review from Sarah (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been at The Old Vicarage for 5 years now. She has vascular dementia and all the memory and cognitive problems associated with the condition. The Old Vicarage has provided her with a stable environment, caring and compassionate staff, plenty of entertainment and overall, excellent care.
Most important to her, she has her dog with her as The Old Vicarage is pet-friendly.
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Review from Christine H (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother is looked after very well and the respect she is given is great. She has been with The Vicarage for 2 years and is stronger now than when she became a resident. She is very happy and who wouldn't be with the care and attention she is given.
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Review from Tamsin (Niece of Resident) published on 7 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My uncle has received excellent care, the staff are friendly and welcoming, whenever I visit people are always popping into his room with small tasks to do. The food is well presented and appetising. I have and would recommend this care home.
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Review from Rebecca R (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 5 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Grandmother moved to The Old Vicarage recently due to struggling at home and loneliness. Since being at The Old Vicarage she has gone from strength to strength, she is enjoying living again due to the hard work and dedication of all the staff. The staff have got to know her and are aware of what
she likes and doesn't like and they have worked with this, providing the care and stimulation that she wants. My Grandmother is respected and is cared for in a caring and dignified manner, she has complex care needs and this is addressed accordingly and in a way in which my Grandmother is happy with. The family are thrilled with the service that is provided at The Old Vicarage, we feel really rest assured that our loved one is happy and cared for.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.577)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.577) out of 10 for The Old Vicarage Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.577 for The Old Vicarage Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (145 Excellents x 5) + (60 Goods x 4) + (17 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 222 Ratings = 4.577
  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 The Old Vicarage Care Home is based on 18 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 41 registered maximum number of service users is 8.2, which has been reached with 18 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: 14 Mar 2025

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

5 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 13 Sep 2025

We provide permanent and respite accommodation for individuals with residential, respite and day care needs. Our services include complete en-suite, basin with WC en-suite and basin provision rooms. Additionally, we offer privately funded, local authority, and NHS-funded placements.

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Meet the Team (4)

Yvonne

Yvonne Smith

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2024

I've worked in care for over 30 years. My training includes courses on independence, management and palliative care.
What I enjoy the most about my job is meeting new people who come to live with us and their families. It's all about making sure they feel part of our community, having a natter, and really listening to what they want and need. I make sure everyone gets a say in how things are run here, keep everyone in the loop about any changes, and always have a kettle on for visitors.

Jessica

Jessica Rodrigues

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Coming soon.

Sue

Sue Sims

Job Title: Administration Manager

``I decided to work at The Old Vicarage as I live locally and the hours fitted with my children at the time, and that was in 2007. I don’t have a particular favourite time of day. I like it when the morning is over, knowing residents have been attended to and had their needs met.``

Celia

Celia Hamblin

Job Title: Receptionist

``We have a great team and beautiful grounds at The Old Vicarage.``

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