
The staff are wonderful and have treated her so lovely, respecting her dignity and her needsDebbie G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

felt a lovely calm atmosphere with staff and residentsGemma T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


The staff are wonderful and have treated her so lovely, respecting her dignity and her needsDebbie G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

felt a lovely calm atmosphere with staff and residentsGemma T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home is located in the Melton Mowbray area. Based in the quiet and picturesque village of Old Dalby, this home is surrounded by acres of farmland and was originally a block of stables, which were converted in 1984.
Their primary ethos is to provide the highest standard of care and quality of life for residents. They ensure that all care is administered with respect, compassion and understanding...
Care Provided by Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 36 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day 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
- Stairlift
- 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
Our fees are dependant on the levels of care required and are tailor based upon each individual and the type of room they would like to stay in.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home 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
- Hunters Lodge Retirement Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sarah Hill (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (33)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (30)
Visiting
- Hunters Lodge promotes visiting, they just ask that visitors be mindful of all other residents during their visits and if there larger groups for special occasions such as birthdays, that you kindly let the team at the home know in advance.
Parking
- There is free parking available on site for visitors.
Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home Reviews (48)
Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.814) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home has 48 reviews.
The carers, kitchen staff couldn't have been more cheerful and helpful. Dads stay was good even though it was shorter than expected. The advice and help given for the Gold standard framework and end of life were given with much kindness. Support during the final hours was second to none. As near to being in your own home as it could possibly be. Thank you.
Our dad has severe dementia and this care home offered a small comfortable setting in a village near to where we live. Th staff and management are so caring, understanding and well trained to deal with symptoms of dementia. The environment is clean, sweet smelling and homely. The food is freshly cooked and varied. Dad has settled very well and we are delighted with our choice.
My husband has Day Care twice a week at Hunters Lodge. All the staff are very pleasant and his individual needs are always met. Senior staff are very approachable and I am informed immediately of any medical concerns. I really cannot fault the service he receives.
There are horror stories going around regarding care homes and the treatment of their residents so I am sure you can imagine we were a little concerned about admitting Mum into anywhere.
We need not have worried. Since taking over the daily responsibility of the care of our mother, she has had balance issues, difficulty eating and drinking, been admitted to hospital and urine infections, and you have constantly demonstrated professionalism and sympathy.
Throughout this time, you and your staff have all treated Mum with love, respect, dignity, understanding and patience. We realise there are certain levels of care you are required to achieve by law, but you go way beyond that. Your home is run like one big happy family and although I feel guilty and somewhat sad when I leave her after a visit I know she could not be in better hands.
Went to see so many care homes, but this one felt like a home, not just a care facility. Really happy with the choice we made!
Extremely caring/ friendly staff, who treat the residents with dignity, respect and as individuals.
Hunters Lodge offers lots of activities, including outings which are thoroughly enjoyed.
The home appears to have a strong and well-run management team, which reflects in the staff working within the home.
Dad is very happy here and gets on well with all the staff. He enjoys all the activities and friendships of other residents.
Love the Sensory room at Hunters Lodge, my husband would have loved it. Can not speak more highly of Hunters Lodge when it came to the end of my husband's life. It wasn't just my husband they looked after it was myself as well, they could not have done more.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 02 April 2026Good
- 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
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Awards / Recognitions (5)
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Hunters Lodge Residential Care Home
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (2)

Sarah joined the team at Hunters Lodge in 2022, bringing with her a wealth of experience from a long and dedicated career in care, which began at the age of 17. Her passion and commitment to ensuring high-quality, person-centred care is evident in everything she does. Sarah is devoted to creating a home-from-home environment, ensuring that every resident feels valued, comfortable, and well-supported.
At Hunters Lodge, we strive to provide the highest standards of care so that families can feel confident knowing their loved ones are in safe and capable hands. Our well-trained and compassionate team—including care workers, activity staff, kitchen staff, domestics, and our maintenance team—work together to enhance the lives of our residents. This is further strengthened by the expertise of our training and compliance officer, Jayne, who ensures our staff continue to uphold the very best practices in care.

Jayne joined the Hunters Lodge team in 2023, bringing with her over 30 years of invaluable experience in the care sector. Her journey in care began as a young woman right here at Hunters Lodge, making her return even more special.
Jayne’s true passion lies in training and development, ensuring that everyone working in care has access to the right skills and knowledge to provide high-quality, person-centred support. She plays a vital role in work-based supervisions and observations, always being available for staff to discuss any training needs.
In addition to her training role, Jayne also leads our Well-Being Wednesday sessions, offering a safe and supportive space for staff to drop in, have a chat, and seek guidance when needed. Her dedication and approachable nature make her an invaluable part of the Hunters Lodge team.
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