
I had a room with an ensuite. Facilities were spotless, indoors and communal dining.N P(Resident / Service User)



I had a room with an ensuite. Facilities were spotless, indoors and communal dining.N P(Resident / Service User)



Nestled on the outskirts of the rural town of Shipston-on-Stour, Low Furlong is a purpose-built 68 bed residential home providing excellent standards of care for older people, including those living with dementia.
An easy, 10-minute walk from the centre of this beautiful market town, Low Furlong is ideally situated with easy access to the countryside, as well as the convenience of nearby shops. With historic Stratford-upon-Avon a mere 15 minutes away...
Care Provided by Low Furlong
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 68 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
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- 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
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Low Furlong for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Low Furlong to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Runwood Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Amie Parton (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2017
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (68)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (68)
Visiting
- Upon arriving at home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. The home kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps maintain an accurate record of who is in the building. In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.
Parking
- The home includes dedicated parking spaces.
Low Furlong Reviews (92)
Low Furlong has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.160) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Low Furlong has 92 reviews.
My husband is a new resident at Low Furlong, so really is still settling in. The staff are all kind, patient and caring. The home is very comfortable with a homely atmosphere and everyone is very helpful.
Thank you for your review. I shall pass your words on to the team.
Our mum is extremely happy and contented at Low Furlong, which is her home. She is well cared for and sensitively supported. As someone living with Alzheimer's, life is challenging and confusing. However, she is stimulated and can engage with activities in a way that suits her. Staff are kind, patient, and willing to take time to listen to Mum. This means our family can feel secure in the knowledge that she is well cared for.
Thank you for your kind review- we are so pleased you chose Low Furlong for your mum's home- we love having her here.
The staff, facilities and care provided are second to none, it's always a pleasure to visit. The weekly updates are always informative and give a great view of the activities which have happened and planning for the following week. It's relaxed and professional staff are a credit to all.
Thank you for your review - we are pleased you enjoy the weekly updates.
This is simply a wonderful, caring place. There is a culture that nothing is too much trouble and it comes from the top. I believe they want it to feel like home. It is clean and very well run, with lots of activities and they will prepare food to the specific liking of individual residents. I highly recommend Low Furlong.
Thank you for your review- that is the culture we wanted to create! It is a home first and foremost and we strive to make sure the residents that live in it- feel like that.
They looked after all the residents extremely well despite some being a 'little difficult.'
My stay was a welcome relief from hospital and I enjoyed it.
Thank you for this review - it was a pleasure to have cared for you. Please do come back and see us often.
Low Furlong is well managed with great staff full of happiness and life. The 8 months my mum-in-law was there she was encouraged to take part in many activities and go on trips. Her quality of life was much improved and she was well fed warm and safe which we could not sustain in her home environment. The care and compassion given to us when she passed was second to none and made it easier to come to terms with. We would not hesitate to recommend Low Furlong to all who need peace of mind. Thank you.
Thanks for the lovely review - it was a pleasure taking care of your mother-in-law. She really thrived in residential care and it was great to see her joining in and going out on trips etc. Thank you for trusting us to take care of her.
This home is fabulous. The permanent staff are truly caring and go out of their way to make a difference. I’m always kept up to date with things, invited to the regular events and felt heard. Nan loves it; her room is kitted out with her things (far too much of it), and she feels like family. Nan doesn’t suffer from dementia, but she has a great relationship with the residents and staff alike.
Thank you for your review and thank you for supporting our home. Your nan makes us smile every day, and we always have fun.
Brilliant atmosphere for the residents with so much for them to do.
Thank you for all you do for her.
Would most definitely recommend Low Furlong.
Thank you for your review. We are very proud of our home - and strive to create a lovely atmosphere.
I enjoyed my respite stay at Low Furlong. The staff, rooms and care were very good. They took care of me very well and the staff were friendly and chatty. I would have no hesitation in returning if I had to.
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
I did not think my mum would ever settle in a care home but she has settled in so well at Low Furlong. All the staff are kind and caring. Everyone chats to Mum giving her reassurance when she needs it. They have been patient and thoughtful with her too. The residents are all treated with respect and the meals are superb.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased your mum has settled in so well- she keeps us entertained every day.
There is an excellent flow of information from the leadership team to relatives and lots of opportunities to engage in the life of the care home.
My uncle suffers with dementia and significant mobility issues yet the staff all work hard to involve him in a wide range of activities that enrich his life despite his difficulties.
It’s an incredibly difficult decision finding suitable care for a loved one but I have no hesitation in recommending Low Furlong.
Thankyou for the lovely review. We are so pleased to be taking care of your uncle (an uncle to us all now).
Management and all connected were all very helpful.
Rooms so clean. Everyone very normal and friendly.
Very one cannot do enough to help my mum as she can hardly see.
Would thoroughly recommend Low Furlong.
We are so pleased your mum is stopping with us - already a part of our Low Furlong family.
I have nothing but praise for Low Furlong and its staff. Kindness, thoughtfulness and good humour in abundance. Residents are given great respect and each resident is treated as an individual. There is a welcoming, caring and happy atmosphere. Rather than a home, Low Furlong is home, whether long-term or temporary: for that alone, I would go beyond “outstanding” and say it is exemplary.
Thank you for your lovely words. We really enjoyed having you stay with us.
My mother initially moved into Low Furlong for a respite stay but after a few weeks, she had showed such improvement in her health and general wellbeing that it has now become her permanent home. Low Furlong is extremely well run by the management team and there is always a friendly atmosphere with fun and laughter from residents and staff which echoes happiness. Knowing my mother is in such a happy, safe and friendly environment is such a relief to all the family.
We are so pleased that your mum is now staying permanently with us. Already a part of the Low Furlong family- as are you all!
I could not have wished for my mother to have been cared for in a better place than Low Furlong. The staff are very professional and caring.
Thank you for your lovely review. Your mother was a pleasure to look after and is very much missed. I will pass on your kind words to the team. I know they will appreciate them.
Kind regards
My mother moved into Low Furlong in early October 2022 and I have been incredibly impressed with how well run the care home is. Management have been brilliant and helped so much in the transition from her previous home. The home is warm, clean, friendly and has such a lovely atmosphere - full of life, fun and laughter. Even in the short time my mother has been at Low Furlong, I have noticed a real positive change in her appearance, her mobility and her social interactions with the other residents. I would not hesitate in recommending Low Furlong. They have been absolutely brilliant.
My mother moved into Low Furlong in August this year for "convalescence" after a hospital stay following a fall in her own home. She immediately relaxed and started enjoying her new surroundings. From the word go she would repeatedly ask how long she could stay at Low Furlong and has now decided to stay permanently. She feels safe, valued and loved by the staff. All staff associated with Low Furlong are highly professional, caring and excellent at sharing and involving me with information regarding mum. The weekly newsletters received from the Manager are very welcome and I love sharing the photos of mum enjoying her activities with the rest of my family. Mum is enjoying all the lovely meals and is happy mixing, chatting and laughing with the other residents. Although Mum has dementia she is able to optimise her day-to-day living with the encouragement and support of all the staff. I am so relieved and happy that mum has moved into such a warm and caring environment.
We are delighted to hear that you are satisfied with our care for your mum and will be sure to pass on your kind words to the rest of the team. Thank you again for your comments and have a great day! Kind regards
We moved mom into Low Furlong in October, they have been so compassionate, understanding and 100% attentive to mom's needs, it has been a breath of fresh air knowing that mom is safe and cared for by the highly trained and understanding staff. Daily activities and the effort that is put in to be part of the community and involve residents' families within the care home are outstanding. Thank you too Low Furlong team for making mom so welcome.
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that you are satisfied with our care for your mum, we always strive to deliver the best possible care for our residents. Thank you again for your comments and have a great day! Kind regards
My mum is 99, has dementia and her mobility is very poor. The staff at Low Furlong are fantastic. They treat mum with respect and take the greatest care to ensure her every need is met. Low Furlong is mum's extended family, that is the highest praise I can give. I know that if I am not able to visit she is still surrounded by people who care for her. From a great management through to laundry and cleaning staff they are all 5 star.
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that you are satisfied with our care for your mum, we always strive to deliver the best possible care for our residents. Thank you again for your comments and have a great day! Kind regards
My mother moved into Low Furlong four years ago. She has received the very best of care. The Manager and staff are caring and understanding regarding dementia residents. I honestly feel that they have become extended members of our family. Nothing is too much trouble and my sister and I are contacted if an issue comes to light. The activities are boundless as is the enthusiasm of the carers. So glad that we chose Low Furlong for our dear mum. Thank you.
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that you are satisfied with our care for your mum. We strive to deliver the best quality of care to our residents with a robust activity calendar that tailors to our residents' interests and hobbies. All of your lovely feedback will be passed on to the rest of the team.
Kind regards
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 25 January 2023Outstanding
- CaringGood
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (17) & Events (0)
- 04 Aug 2026
The People's Gallery once again welcomed visitors as Runwood Homes and Sanders Senior Living proudly hosted the third annual 'No Art Without Heart' Art Exhibition. The much-loved event showcased an...
- 28 Jul 2026
Residents at Low Furlong Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes group, enjoyed a nostalgic afternoon as the home hosted a Classic Car Show on 26 July, welcoming around 20...
- 18 May 2026
Former members of the Armed Forces in Warwickshire will benefit from enhanced person-centred care and support after Low Furlong care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, achieved the standards...
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (7)

Welcome to Low Furlong, our warm and welcoming purpose-built home. I’m Amie, the Manager here at Low Furlong, located just on the outskirts of the Cotswolds.
We deliver person-centred care in a vibrant, friendly environment. With over 10 years of experience in care, I firmly believe that our residents are at the heart of everything we do. Everyone who visits Low Furlong remarks on the wonderful atmosphere. We’re proud of our strong links with the local community and our commitment to creating a true family feel, while providing high-quality care and a wide variety of activities for our residents.

I'm Hannah. I am the Deputy Manager at Low Furlong.
With 10 years of experience at Low Furlong, I am passionate about helping people get the most out of life and ensuring they enjoy themselves along the way. One of my proudest achievements was setting up the PCS system, contributing to Low Furlong’s outstanding CQC rating.
Outside of work, I am an avid racehorse owner, with my trainer being the renowned Donald McCain (whose father famously trained Red Rum). In my free time, I enjoy both horse racing and darts, balancing a love for competition and sport.

I’ve been working as a Care Team Leader for 7 years, and what I love most about my role is making a difference in people’s lives, especially in a home so focused on community and the welfare of its residents. One of my proudest achievements was helping the home achieve an outstanding rating with CQC.
In my spare time, I enjoy dancing, watching musicals, and going for walks.

I'm Caroline. With over 6 years of experience as a Care Team Leader, I have had the privilege of making a positive difference in the lives of others every day. I take great pride in my specialisation in end-of-life care, where I am also proud to serve as the End of Life Champion. My qualifications include a Level 6 Home Managers Award in Healthcare, demonstrating my commitment to providing exceptional care.
In my role, I enjoy meeting people from all walks of life, hearing their stories, and helping them navigate life's challenges. My background in the Army has instilled in me strong leadership, discipline, and teamwork skills, which I apply to my work in care.
Outside of my professional life, I have a passion for creativity, including making jewellery and caring for animals. Both of these hobbies allow me to express my creativity and care in different ways.

I'm Pat. I’ve been at Low Furlong for 5 years, working across different roles, dedicating myself to supporting and guiding my team while making meaningful connections with people from all walks of life. My role has given me the opportunity to meet a wide variety of individuals, and every day brings something new and rewarding.
Outside of work, I enjoy walking my dog, Teddy, who keeps me company on many of my adventures. I’m known for my ever-changing hair, which I like to switch up weekly—right now, it’s bright pink!

I'm Anna Mae. I have been proudly serving as a Care Team Leader at Low Furlong for 4 years, where I find immense fulfilment in both learning from the residents and collaborating with my colleagues. I am passionate about making a difference in people's lives, and at the end of each day, I feel a deep sense of purpose in knowing that I've contributed to the well-being of those I care for.
I hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and am currently working towards my Level 5 qualification to continue growing professionally in this field. In addition to my dedication to providing excellent care, I enjoy playing rugby and running—activities that keep me active and focused.

I’ve been a Care Team Leader for 12 years, and I truly enjoy looking after people and making a difference in their lives, especially by improving their quality of life.
One of my proudest achievements has been working in a care home rated Outstanding by CQC. I also once had the amazing experience of singing in a choir at the Royal Albert Hall.
In my spare time, I love learning inconsequential facts, going to music festivals, and watching Marvel films.
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