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The staff are very attentive and go out of their way to helpS F(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The rooms and their facilities are superbRalph W(Respite Resident/Service User)

the team on the care floor are so kind and considerate of her needs and mine.V M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The staff are very attentive and go out of their way to helpS F(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The rooms and their facilities are superbRalph W(Respite Resident/Service User)

the team on the care floor are so kind and considerate of her needs and mine.V M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Richmond Villages Northampton is a vibrant and integrated retirement community designed to enhance the health, happiness, and wellbeing of its residents.
With a wealth of services and facilities available on-site, the village offers a lifestyle that promotes independence, comfort, and connection. Richmond Villages Northampton is an award-winning retirement village situated in Grange Park in Northampton, less than five minutes from the M1 motorway and less than an hour from both...
Care Provided by Richmond Villages Northampton
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 31 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
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Accreditations
- Adopt A Grandparent
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
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- 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 Richmond Villages Northampton for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Richmond Villages Northampton 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Richmond Villages
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Tracey Etheridge(Head of Care)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2007
- Last Refurbishment: 2017
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at any time. Please check-in and check-out at the reception desk.
Parking
- Free visitor parking is available on-site.
Richmond Villages Northampton Reviews (87)
Richmond Villages Northampton has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.660) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Richmond Villages Northampton has 87 reviews.
I would recommend Richmond to anyone who is having to look for care for a loved one.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so pleased to hear how well your aunt has been supported during such a significant transition, and that you have felt reassured throughout. Providing a tailored continuum of care is what we're passionate about, so it's wonderful to know this has been reflected in your experience. Your recommendation means a great deal to us all.
My mother moved up into Meadows after having a fall in her flat (part of the independent flats within Richmond Northampton) All the staff wanted to know her routine, what she liked to eat, wear, etc. She was on a temporary care package, which was agreed to be reviewed after two weeks. The head of the care ward explained everything giving me confidence, but also knowing I could contact them anytime for updates on my mother's condition. Unfortunately my mother's health did not improve enough for her to return to independent living. The transfer into permanent residence on the Meadows was easy, again the head of care explained all the paper work. We, her family were encouraged to bring her personal things like family photo, furniture, and clothing. Again I was very grateful how all the different departments helped me to make it all happen. My mother is a high risk of falling resident, with all the pressure pads the care staff know when she is moving and may need assistance.
I would recommend the home to anyone especially if you are nervous about placing your loved one in a home.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Stephanie. It means the world to the team to hear that your mum and your family felt so supported throughout her time with us. We're very grateful that you took the time to share your experience.
The care our mother received was excellent. Kind, caring and considerate staff- nurses, carers. cleaners and catering. The lovely thing was that they looked after us too - to be cared for at such a difficult time is wonderful,.
Thank you so much for your lovely, kind words and the recognition towards our attentive and caring team. It has been a pleasure to support and care for your Mother. Happy New Year from everyone at Richmond Villages Northampton.
The care for mum during November 2025 has been, as always, exemplary. The carers are kind, patient and compassionate. They always attend to all her needs the best they can, make her comfortable and make sure she has food she likes, encouraging her to eat without forcing her, and always respecting her wishes. She is given all the time she needs, never rushed, and nothing is too much for them to do. They have done a super job keeping her clean and comfortable. This month she stopped wanting to eat for a couple of days because of her teeth. Luckily, they managed to remove them, clean them and put them back in, all whilst maintaining her dignity and calm, so she did not get anxious or stressed. She has had all her needs met and is happy and content. The whole team looking after her could not have cared for her in a better way or shown any more kindness, and patience. Every day they work with dedication and professionalism and mum could not be happier and more comfortable.
My husband has been resident on the nursing care floor at Richmond for some 3 years and throughout that time his care has been excellent and consistently so. As his needs changed his care has been adapted accordingly to meet those needs. The staff keep me updated and liaise with me regarding his care and someone is always available to speak to me if I have my worries or concerns. He is always treated with kindness, dignity and respect by all the wonderful staff and this is extended to myself which always makes visiting a real pleasure. The home and the facilities provided are excellent as are all the amazing staff that contribute to making it so.
At a time that is extremely difficult as a family the team have been understanding, kind and sensitive.
My Nan is aged 101 and has had a very tough time after a fall and month in hospital. The whole team have been compassionate and friendly and made my nan welcome and feel cared for. The Manager has been approachable and very professional. This is how care should be. Thank you all so much.
Excellent support for my Dad while he was there for 2 weeks recovering from a hospital stay. Staff were all friendly, thoughtful and so attentive. Dad raved about the food and - rather unusually - cleaned every plate for a fortnight! There were only 2 staff for the wing at night which meant quite a wait sometimes if more than 2 residents' buzzers went off, and the staff changeover into evening was very evident in the amount of contact that was possible. The home itself was spotless and kept at a reallly good temperature for older people who feel the cold. Everyone from the top management, the care staff and assistants and support staff genuinely seem to love their jobs and were all caring and thoughtful. My family wouldn't hesitate to recommend Richmond Villages.
I would like to personally thank the manager and one other staff member for their support in looking after mum.
My dad has been living at Richmond Village since 2016 and moved to the care floor in 2018. The care floor manager, nurses and carers are all very kind and caring, and always do their best to make my dad as comfortable as possible. Dad has extensive medical needs but he is cared for with kindness, understanding and compassion by all of the staff. I would thoroughly recommend Richmond Northampton.
My mother had always insisted she would never go into a care home but eventually conceded that at age 100, perhaps it would be wise. She then changed her mind again and didn't want to stay for the trial week at Grange Park we had arranged. However. we persuaded her to stay and by the end of the week she had been so welcomed, looked after and entertained that she admitted that she was really looking forward to moving into an apartment.
The care my dad receives is fabulous, the staff are so kind and caring, we can now sleep at night knowing his every need is met. Highly recommend Richmond, we looked at lots and he stayed elsewhere. This is the best by far.
After my mother had a fall, we were able to transfer her to the care floor. The nursing team are very professional. I am confident that she is in a safe place under the watchful eye of the health staff. Generally speaking, everyone with high needs is looked after exceptionally well.
The 'village' and gardens provide a lovely environment in which you can live an unfettered life. The staff are friendly, caring and have a positive attitude for one’s welfare. The rooms and their facilities are superb and maintained very well. The 'coffee shop' provides a talking and meeting place. Main meals are served communally and provide another socialising occasion. My experience during my three days was really excellent; most enjoyable and I felt I had been amongst friends. Would thoroughly recommend.
We are so pleased that we managed to get Mum into Richmond's care home for what turned out to be the last six months of her life. The staff at Richmond Villages showed great kindness and compassion to Mum and ourselves in her final days. The care was exceptional, and following her passing, we can at least take some comfort in the fact that we did our absolute best for her in securing her a place at Richmond Villages. Our mother was quite shy and didn’t find it easy to interact with anyone that wasn’t family; however, many of the staff formed bonds with her and regularly got her to smile and giggle whilst looking after her. Myself and my two sisters would all highly recommend this care home.
The whole team have been fantastic with the whole family, and have done all they can to make the transition as smooth as possible.
It's still early days, but I'm sure once they have time to settle in and enjoy the facilities that they will both really benefit from all Richmond Villages Northampton Care Home has to offer!
Richmond now gives relatives access to the care plan, minute by minute, via the online, live; Relatives Gateway, which is brilliant for me as I can see daily what is happening with Mum, and brilliant for the staff as it frees them up from having to take so many calls. They can concentrate on the care they give, not talking about it.
I feel satisfied and safe in the knowledge that my mum, the most precious person to me, is being cared for to a high standard in difficult circumstances. Top marks to Richmond Care Village, Northampton. - Thank you.
Thank you for your review. We are so happy that you are finding the new care system works well for you and that being able to see up-to-date information is reassuring. Thank you for choosing us to care for your mother.
My mother, who has been at Richmond since 2013 and has lived in the Meadows since 2015, continues to receive care and attention of the highest order. I cannot overstate just how much it means to me, as a family member, especially as my wife has her own health challenges. The staff at Richmond enable me to focus on her needs in the certain knowledge that Mother is getting everything she needs and more. Particularly, communication is excellent and I always know if there is the slightest problem/issue which can then be dealt with in a timely fashion. I honestly believe that there is nowhere that my mother would receive better care. The staff's commitment to continuing excellence is to be commended.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so happy that we are able to provide the care and support your mother needs. Thank you for choosing Richmond Villages.
The team at Richmond are always very friendly and supportive and nothing is too much trouble. The staff are very attentive and go out of their way to help. I'm really happy that my dad has such support and care around him.
Thank you for your feedback. We are very happy to hear that you find the care your dad receives to be good. Thank you for choosing us to look after your father.
She is a difficult patient, is unlikely to become involved in activities and requires assistance with eating and drinking, as well as, also going to the toilet.
She is requiring 24/7 care.
It is with deep gratitude and I would like to place on record the five-star care my wife receives from the care home manager, who runs an open-door office, the clinical lead nurse and her team of highly qualified nurses. Also the wonderful team of carers who truly care for my wife like a member of their family.
Despite my wife's, often difficult, attitude she is treated retaining her dignity at all times
The cleanliness standards re: laundry, bedding and her private suite provide her with an environment like a five-star hotel.
The above provides me and the family with great confidence, she is indeed in the right place at the right time in her life.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (3) & Events (0)
- 23 Jun 2026
13 members of staff and their families from Richmond Villages Northampton have raised over £300 for Cynthia Spencer Hospice having come together to support its Colour Run. In addition to...
- 10 Jun 2026
Last week 13 classic cars roared into the grounds of Richmond Villages Northampton to be part of a special vintage car show that was hosted by the retirement home. Throughout...
- 19 Mar 2026
Residents at Richmond Villages Northampton have come together in a heart-warming show of community spirit, collecting and delivering a significant number of donations to The Salvation Army charity shop in...
There are no upcoming events for Richmond Villages Northampton.
Awards / Recognitions (12)
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Richmond Villages
- 17 Nov 2023Recipient: Richmond Villages Northampton
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Richmond Villages
Meet the Team (4)

I have been part of the Richmond Village Northampton family since October 2020 and am incredibly proud to be the Village Manager. Supporting our residents and helping to create a community where people feel safe, valued and truly at home is something I am deeply passionate about.
Every day, I am inspired by the wonderful residents who live here and by the dedicated team I have the privilege to lead. Building meaningful relationships with residents and their families is one of the most rewarding aspects of my role, and I believe that taking the time to listen, understand and support everyone makes all the difference.
My approach is guided by Bupa’s values of being Caring, Brave and Responsible. Whether it’s finding ways to enhance the resident experience, supporting colleagues to be their best, or ensuring the village continues to thrive, I am committed to putting residents’ wellbeing and happiness at the heart of every decision.
Richmond Village Northampton is a very special place, and I feel fortunate to be part of such a vibrant and supportive community. It is a privilege to play a role in helping our residents live independently, confidently and with the peace of mind that support is always available when needed.

I have worked at Richmond Northampton since 2016 working my way up from a carer, Senior carer, Team Leader and now Head of Care. I have been in care for 30 years. I have always been passionate about Care and love working for Richmond Northampton with our amazing Care Team and our wonderful residents.

Hello, I’m Karen Chaplin, Domiciliary Care Manager at Richmond Villages Northampton.
I have dedicated the past 38 years to working within healthcare settings, collaborating closely with allied professionals across a wide range of disciplines—including nursing, occupational therapy, and staff training.
My journey in care began in my twenties, and it quickly became more than just a career—it became a vocation. I continue to feel deeply passionate about the work I do and the people I support every day.

I have been working at Richmond Villages Northampton for just over a year now and thoroughly enjoy helping people make their decision to move into our retirement village. Ensuring I provide my customers with the best possible experience and meet their specific needs is essential. Before working at Richmond Villages, I worked in property sales and customer service roles, mainly within estate agency and new home sales.
It’s a great privilege to be able to demonstrate to people the warm and welcoming lifestyle provided by Richmond Villages.
Frequently Asked Questions about Richmond Villages Northampton
What types of Care is Richmond Villages Northampton registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Richmond Villages Northampton have?
There are 30 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Richmond Villages Northampton?
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, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Richmond Villages Northampton to the centre of Northampton?
3.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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