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The Wheatlands offers a home from home atmosphere. The home provides home cooking, a homely environment, friendly caring staff and an atmosphere of peace, care and comfort.
The individual needs of residents are addressed...
Barchester Wheatlands Care Home benefits from a high standard of décor, spacious communal space, landscaped gardens and modern facilities. The Wheatlands provides high quality, round-the-clock general residential care and focused dementia care in the Memory Lane Community.
The Wheatlands offers a home from home atmosphere. The home provides home cooking, a homely environment, friendly caring staff and an atmosphere of peace, care and comfort.
The individual needs of residents are addressed through tailored electronic care plans which are created by the dedicated team of highly-qualified staff. Their dedication is evident throughout all aspects of the home, including cooking, hospitality and mini bus trips. They also offer complementary therapies to interested residents.
Care Provided by Barchester Wheatlands Care Home
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 53 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Barchester Wheatlands Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Wheatlands Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Paula Wiggan (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2019
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (53)
Parking
- Parking is at the rear of the building for disabled access
Barchester Wheatlands Care Home Reviews (108)
Barchester Wheatlands Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.651) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Wheatlands Care Home has 108 reviews.
I never even knew about this care home until my friends mum was here. We decided to pay a visit together. I was really impressed with how welcoming and friendly it was, all the residents looked calm and content, but most of all they were happy. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my...
I never even knew about this care home until my friends mum was here. We decided to pay a visit together. I was really impressed with how welcoming and friendly it was, all the residents looked calm and content, but most of all they were happy. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my 2nd mom feel valued, loved and appreciated.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review.
Wheatlands in Much Wenlock looked after my mother for almost 7 years we found the care home staff wonderful everyone from the manager to the cleaners I would recommend this care home to all family, friends, and indeed strangers the staff are caring and patient with everyone also the food was...
Wheatlands in Much Wenlock looked after my mother for almost 7 years we found the care home staff wonderful everyone from the manager to the cleaners I would recommend this care home to all family, friends, and indeed strangers the staff are caring and patient with everyone also the food was enjoyable it is just a very caring care home
Thank you so much for your review. It is wonderful to read that our staff treat your loved one with care and compassion. Providing a warm, supportive, and caring environment is at the heart of everything we do, and your feedback is greatly appreciated
She is not always easy to deal with but the staff handle her with care & good humour.
She is not always easy to deal with but the staff handle her with care & good humour.
Thank you so much for your review. It is wonderful to read that our staff treat your loved one with care and compassion. Providing a warm, supportive, and caring environment is at the heart of everything we do, and your feedback is greatly appreciated
Overall my mum has been happy at the Wheatlands. Mum was a very active person before she had a medical condition which made her unable to look after herself. The staff have been very kind and looked after mum with a good level of care. Mum has become friends with the staff, as have the rest of the...
Overall my mum has been happy at the Wheatlands. Mum was a very active person before she had a medical condition which made her unable to look after herself. The staff have been very kind and looked after mum with a good level of care. Mum has become friends with the staff, as have the rest of the family
I am so pleased to hear that your loved one, and your family, feel that she is so well looked after.
We would not be the wonderful home we are without the friendships and relationships we have built with our residents and their families. Being trusted to care for your...
Thank you for your review.I am so pleased to hear that your loved one, and your family, feel that she is so well looked after.
We would not be the wonderful home we are without the friendships and relationships we have built with our residents and their families. Being trusted to care for your loved ones is a privilege, and we are grateful to be part of their journey.
Thank you for your kind words and support.
There's always activities going on and the...
There's always activities going on and the residents enjoy them. The food is excellent and is varied with individual needs taken care of.
The Activities Team will be thrilled to read your lovely comments. They work hard...
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that Wheatlands continues to meet all of your expectations and, most importantly, gives you peace of mind knowing that your loved one is in our care.The Activities Team will be thrilled to read your lovely comments. They work hard to provide a varied and engaging programme, so it is always rewarding for them to know that residents are enjoying the activities on offer.
It is also wonderful to know that communication from the home meets your expectations. We understand how important regular updates and open communication are for families, and we strive to ensure that everyone feels informed, supported, and connected.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience and for your valued support
I am so grateful for the care being given to my mother, she has blossomed since coming to wheatlands, it feels like a family and like she's been here for ages. thank you so much.
I am so grateful for the care being given to my mother, she has blossomed since coming to wheatlands, it feels like a family and like she's been here for ages. thank you so much.
We love having Mom as a part of our family.
Staff are very helpful and kind. Everyone is lovely the activities are very good we join in as well food is also good and cake is so nice. Very clean. Rooms are a nice size as well.
Staff are very helpful and kind. Everyone is lovely the activities are very good we join in as well food is also good and cake is so nice. Very clean. Rooms are a nice size as well.
Thank you for your kind review, we are glad that you enjoy visiting our home and we hope to see you again soon.
The Wheatlands is a lovely place and the staff are caring and respectful The refurbishment is really lovely. However I'm not sure how you can justify the price you charge
The Wheatlands is a lovely place and the staff are caring and respectful The refurbishment is really lovely. However I'm not sure how you can justify the price you charge
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Were delighted to hear that you find the Wheatlands to be a lovely home, appreciate our caring and respectful team, and enjoy the recent refurbishment. We always welcome the opportunity to discuss our fees and services included in more detail, so please dont hesitate to get in touch with us direct if you would like to speak further
Very good experience. Happy home, visitors always welcome, it feels like a proper home. There are some safety issues which hopefully will be solved. Not sure about value for money, staff efficient and friendly.
Very good experience. Happy home, visitors always welcome, it feels like a proper home. There are some safety issues which hopefully will be solved. Not sure about value for money, staff efficient and friendly.
Thank you so much for the review we are looking into the safety issues that you have raised and I am glad that you find the staff to be efficient and friendly
As a visitor I am always struck that the house does not feel (or smell!) like a care home which is a joy.
Keep...
As a visitor I am always struck that the house does not feel (or smell!) like a care home which is a joy.
Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much for your review I am glad that you feel so comfortable visiting the home and we look forward to welcoming you again.
My overall review of Barchester Wheatlands Care Home was good. I spent 3 weeks respite there in May this year. The care was excellent by hard working staff with plenty of smiles! My bedroom was tastefully decorated but short on plug sockets and the toilet in the en-suite had dark staining in it,...
My overall review of Barchester Wheatlands Care Home was good. I spent 3 weeks respite there in May this year. The care was excellent by hard working staff with plenty of smiles! My bedroom was tastefully decorated but short on plug sockets and the toilet in the en-suite had dark staining in it, but was advised there were no cleaning products allowable under COSHH regulations to remove it, but otherwise standards of hygiene and cleanliness were excellent. The food was good, considering residents requirements and in generous amounts. Activities were varied for those who wanted to participate and run by enthusiastic and friendly staff members.
We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
It was a real pleasure to bring my three young sons to visit their great-grandmother at Wheatlands. All the staff were eager to greet the children, offering them drinks & snacks and making sure we could all be comfortably sat together with my grandmother outside. My grandmother is clearly at ease...
It was a real pleasure to bring my three young sons to visit their great-grandmother at Wheatlands. All the staff were eager to greet the children, offering them drinks & snacks and making sure we could all be comfortably sat together with my grandmother outside. My grandmother is clearly at ease and well known in the home, the friendliness and care is tangible and it brought her a lot of joy to be able to welcome myself and the children in for a visit - it will be a precious memory for them to have had an enjoyable experience visiting this comfortable, accomodating, happy home.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, both residents and staff enjoy seeing children at Wheatlands. We pride ourselves to ensure all our residents and families feel at home. We look forward to seeing you all again soon.
I visit friends at least once a month and always find the staff helpful and approachable on every visit. My friends say how nice it is to live there now that they no longer can look after themselves. They say that the food is lovely and plenty of it. Drinks are provided on a regular basic along...
There are nice views out of the windows of surrounding countryside
Residents are taken out on occasion to events in the town
There are numerous activities if they wish to join in.
Overall it looks a clean happy place to live out your final years.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share this review. It means so much to our team. We enjoy welcoming all visitors to our home and look forward to your future visits.
The food always looks amazing, with good choices & lots of home made cakes & biscuits - visitors often included!!
I always recommend The Wheatlands when I can.
The food always looks amazing, with good choices & lots of home made cakes & biscuits - visitors often included!!
I always recommend The Wheatlands when I can.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. It means so much to our team. We truly enjoy enjoy welcoming you to our home and look forward to your future visits.
Reception staff very welcoming, nursing staff very caring and meals very good. Nothing was too much trouble
Reception staff very welcoming, nursing staff very caring and meals very good. Nothing was too much trouble
Many thanks for this wonderful feedback received. It is always important to understand how the care we are delivering is being received. This allows us to also see areas where improvement maybe required. I will share this feedback received with the Team so they can also see how appreciated they are.
I have been visiting the Wheatlands, Much Wenlock for over a year and each time I have found, for over a year and time I have found everything wonderful ... lots of helpers, all of whom have been so caring and friendly, and the whole building has been so welcoming. I couldn't recommend it enough.
I have been visiting the Wheatlands, Much Wenlock for over a year and each time I have found, for over a year and time I have found everything wonderful ... lots of helpers, all of whom have been so caring and friendly, and the whole building has been so welcoming. I couldn't recommend it enough.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our home, and the care we provide here at Wheatlands. I read your review with pride in the team and will be sure to share your comments. Thank you again for your glowing recommendation.
My mother is very happy living at the Wheatlands Care Home. She says she feels very fortunate to be here. The staff are amazing and so well trained. Mum loves sitting out in the garden which is lovely. The food is very good and I know that she is safe, so I don't worry as much.
My mother is very happy living at the Wheatlands Care Home. She says she feels very fortunate to be here. The staff are amazing and so well trained. Mum loves sitting out in the garden which is lovely. The food is very good and I know that she is safe, so I don't worry as much.
Many thanks for your wonderful feedback. It is important we receive the feedback so we know how we are doing and what areas we can improve on to ensure the residents happiness here in their Home
The care my mother receives is absolutely excellent. The staff are superb and retain their senses of humour despite the long hours and demands placed upon them. The activities are varied and mum gets taken to soup lunch in church which is always a highlight. It is a lovely home but the staff make...
The care my mother receives is absolutely excellent. The staff are superb and retain their senses of humour despite the long hours and demands placed upon them. The activities are varied and mum gets taken to soup lunch in church which is always a highlight. It is a lovely home but the staff make it what it is - they should be cherished. Thank you to all of them!
Many thanks it is always wonderful to receive such a validating review. it is important we receive reviews to help those who are looking for a care facility for their loved ones so they can see how other family members feel.The wonderful feedback will be shared back to the Team as it is important they understand how well thought of they are also
The support we have received from the team at...
The support we have received from the team at Wheatlands has been exceptional. The manager and I, have been communicating for at least 18 months, waiting for the right time and availability. She has listened to me every step of the way, which gave me huge confidence in the fact that Wheatlands would be the right 'home' for Mum.
The members of the team that I have met are friendly, kind and compassionate, they treat everyone with a level of respect that you rarely see these days. I for one can't thank them enough.
At last, I can sit back and relax knowing that Mum's needs are being met and that the team will also keep an eye on my father for me as he is a 'regular' visitor.
Many thanks for this wonderful review. It is so reassuring to know that you felt supported by the team during this difficult time of choosing a suitable home for your loved one. We thank you for your feedback as it is so important for other families going through a similar experience to see how understanding and supportive we are as a team.
Visited a long term friend and found the home to be warm and friendly. Greeted at reception and offered a warm drink and slice of cake. Staff very friendly and approachable. Would highly recommend this home.
Visited a long term friend and found the home to be warm and friendly. Greeted at reception and offered a warm drink and slice of cake. Staff very friendly and approachable. Would highly recommend this home.
Hello and many thanks for this lovely review you have provided. May I thank you for the time it has taken and reassure you that any review we receive is taken seriously. We shall look into the areas that have not scored so highly and will ensure actions are taken to ensure we continue to provide the best service to our residents and families. Kind regards, Lea-Ann.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 December 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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
Bed Vacancies
Posted: 15 October 2026Availability for Short and Long term stays, for Residential Care and Dementia Care
News (76) & Events (1)
- 27 Oct 2026
We’ve been getting into the Halloween spirit here at Wheatlands Care Home with our annual pumpkin carving! Our residents had a fantastic time getting their creative juices flowing, showing off...
- 27 Oct 2026
What an amazing day filled with music, laughter, dancing and lots of smiling faces! We were delighted to welcome the fabulous Alfie James, who entertained our residents and visitors with...
- 27 Oct 2026
Wheatlands Care Home celebrated a very special lady as we wished our lovely Lynda a happy and well deserved retirement! Lynda first joined our home as a Housekeeper over 29...
- 11 Nov 2026Organiser: Barchester Wheatlands Care Home
Awards / Recognitions (19)
- 15 Oct 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Barchester Wheatlands Care Home.
Meet the Team (11)

Paula’s journey with Barchester Healthcare began in 2001, when she joined Wheatlands as a Care Assistant. She quickly progressed to Senior Care...
Paula’s journey with Barchester Healthcare began in 2001, when she joined Wheatlands as a Care Assistant. She quickly progressed to Senior Care Assistant before taking a break to raise her family. Paula returned to Wheatlands in 2007 as a Senior Care Assistant and continued her career in care.
In 2017, Paula returned to Wheatlands full-time as a Senior Care Assistant, before being promoted to Deputy General Manager in 2018. In 2021, she took the next step in her career, becoming General Manager at our sister home, Field House in Church Stretton.
Now, in June 2026, Paula has returned to where it all began, taking on the role of General Manager at Wheatlands.
Having lived in Broseley all her life, Paula has strong roots within the local community. She has dedicated her working life to caring for others, with the majority of her career spent with Barchester Healthcare. Her wealth of experience, commitment and passion for care make her a dedicated professional and a valued member of both the Barchester family and the local community.

Lucy’s passion for care began during her time at Camp America, where she supported people with learning disabilities. This experience inspired her to...
Lucy’s passion for care began during her time at Camp America, where she supported people with learning disabilities. This experience inspired her to pursue a career in care and sparked a genuine passion for making a positive difference in people’s lives.
Alongside studying towards a nursing degree and caring for family members, Lucy developed a strong understanding of the importance of compassionate, person-centred care.
In 2015, Lucy began working as a full-time carer at Wheatlands, gaining valuable hands-on experience and building meaningful relationships with those she supported. Her dedication, commitment and natural ability to care for others helped her progress within our home.
In September 2022, Lucy was offered the position of Deputy General Manager, recognising her hard work, experience and leadership qualities.
Lucy remains passionate about ensuring that everyone receives the highest standard of care, while supporting and encouraging her team to create a warm, welcoming and positive environment.

My name is Lisa. I joined Wheatlands in 2018 and was promoted to Administrator in 2021. I am responsible for all the administrative and financial...
My name is Lisa. I joined Wheatlands in 2018 and was promoted to Administrator in 2021. I am responsible for all the administrative and financial aspects related to the running of Wheatlands. I enjoy welcoming residents and family into the home and helping to assist with the financial side of their stay.

I started this role in June 2020, and I have over 20 years of experience within the hospitality sector.
I love producing excellent quality...
I started this role in June 2020, and I have over 20 years of experience within the hospitality sector.
I love producing excellent quality nutritious meals for the resident and their loved ones, whilst always taking into consideration individual likes and dislikes.
I enjoy chatting with the residents and finding out what their favourite classic meals are, and then adding them to the menu for them. I try to keep a wide variety so there is a good choice for everyone.

We are delighted to have Karl as our Maintenance Manager here at Wheatlands.
Karl has lived in the Bridgnorth area all his life and has built up a...
We are delighted to have Karl as our Maintenance Manager here at Wheatlands.
Karl has lived in the Bridgnorth area all his life and has built up a wealth of experience. He began his career working at a local garage, before setting up his own property maintenance business in the Bridgnorth area, which he successfully ran for 28 yrs.
In 2020, Karl joined the local council, where he spent four years before moving into the care sector. He worked at another local care home for 2 yrs, an experience he thoroughly enjoyed, particularly the opportunity to spend time with residents and give something back to the community.
Karl already knew about Wheatlands' history, including its beginnings as a Dr Barnardo's home. He was attracted to Wheatlands because it gives him the opportunity to do what he does best, maintaining and improving the home, all whilst working in an environment where he can interact with the residents and make a real difference to their day-to-day lives.
We are delighted to have Karl as part of the Wheatlands team.

I have worked at Wheatlands for 12 years now, I work nights and I have a really good relationship with the residents, I enjoy spending time with them as well as making sure they are completely comfortable and cared for.

I have worked at Wheatlands since November 2002, I started as a carer and have worked my way up to Senior and then Team Leader from September 2021....
I have worked at Wheatlands since November 2002, I started as a carer and have worked my way up to Senior and then Team Leader from September 2021. I am Team Leader on Corris House and have worked on there for five years. I live in Telford with my partner, I have three children, two of which work for Barchester Healthcare and my youngest is at Secondary School. I am passionate about my job and like to make a difference to the people I care for and to make sure they live a happy and comfortable life.

Carla commenced in the care sector in 1992 as a carer and has progressed in her career enjoying the interaction and commitment by looking after...
Carla commenced in the care sector in 1992 as a carer and has progressed in her career enjoying the interaction and commitment by looking after residents in a person centred way. Carla joined the Wheatlands in 2015 as a team leader on the elderly frail community she was then promoted to the administration team in 2021 where she still has daily contact with the residents within the whole home as well as the general running of the office.
Carla lives in Telford with her Husband Steve and has 2 grown up children and 3 grandchildren

Katie moved to Shropshire 6 years ago and was interested in a career change due to always having been in the Hospitality industry. She came to work...
Katie moved to Shropshire 6 years ago and was interested in a career change due to always having been in the Hospitality industry. She came to work at the Wheatlands as a Laundry assistant and it soon became evident how much passion she had for Activities.
Katie transferred to the Activities team and became the Activities Coordinator in 2022 demonstrating her dedication in ensuring the residents lead a varied and rich life. Katie is always looking for new ideas to promote our Life Enrichment and is always involved heavily within our local community with regard to promoting the Home

Since moving to Much Wenlock when my children where young, I have always enjoyed being involved within the local community from volunteering at the...
Since moving to Much Wenlock when my children where young, I have always enjoyed being involved within the local community from volunteering at the monthly church soup lunch to being the receptionist at Much Wenlock doctor's surgery.
Jackie befriends new residents and offers a warm welcome to their new home to help make the transition to life in our home as friendly as possible by introducing her to other residents and accompanying them to activities.

As resident Ambassador, Bridget provides invaluable insight and perspective from a residents point of view on the day to day management in the home.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Wheatlands Care Home
How much does Barchester Wheatlands Care Home cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,250 for residential care and from £1,300 for residential dementia care. Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority.
What types of Care is Barchester Wheatlands Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Barchester Wheatlands Care Home have?
There are 53 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Wheatlands Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Barchester Wheatlands Care Home to the centre of Much Wenlock?
0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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