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Care Provided by Locharwoods
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- For a maximum of 18 Service Users
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
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Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Locharwoods
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Heather Weekes (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (18)
Visiting
- Visitors more than welcome at Locharwoods and the home does not have a time switch off, they want to work with visitors to ensure they can visit their loved one when it is suitable.
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Locharwoods Reviews (13)
9.2
Locharwoods has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.202) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Locharwoods has 13 reviews.
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Review from J J (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 November 2026 Date of experience: October 2026•Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
My mum has been a very happy resident at Locharwoods for the last 2 years and I can highly recommend it . The staff are very friendly and caring and it's a lovely very homely environment not at all clinical . There is good continuity with the staff who are employed not agency staff which I think...
My mum has been a very happy resident at Locharwoods for the last 2 years and I can highly recommend it . The staff are very friendly and caring and it's a lovely very homely environment not at all clinical . There is good continuity with the staff who are employed not agency staff which I think makes a big difference and it's been a pleasure to get to know them all over the last 2 years . They have all got to know my lovely mum . She has a lovely bright en-suite room overlooking the garden and I'm very happy that my mum is well cared for .
↩Reply from Heather Weekes, Care Home Manager at Locharwoods
Thank you for your lovely review, its a pleasure looking after your mum
Review from C N (Son of Resident) published on 4 November 2026 Date of experience: October 2026•Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
Locharwoods has provided a safe and comfortable home for my 94 yr old mother. She has a modest but nice room with a good view out of the window and she enjoys watching the trees and birds.
The staff are very caring, responsive and are quick to call us if there is an issue. She currently has a...
Locharwoods has provided a safe and comfortable home for my 94 yr old mother. She has a modest but nice room with a good view out of the window and she enjoys watching the trees and birds.
The staff are very caring, responsive and are quick to call us if there is an issue. She currently has a mobile, or the staff are happy to take a handset to her room and check if convenient. Petty cash system though I have to request balance monthly.
Her mobility fallen over 2 yrs and lifting aids have been provided . 2 falls recently, and ambulance/ paramedic effectively called. Sometimes the home car/ driver are available such as for an eye appt. (routine eye tests are carried out at Locharwoods by a visiting optician)
The staff are very caring, responsive and are quick to call us if there is an issue. She currently has a mobile, or the staff are happy to take a handset to her room and check if convenient. Petty cash system though I have to request balance monthly.
Her mobility fallen over 2 yrs and lifting aids have been provided . 2 falls recently, and ambulance/ paramedic effectively called. Sometimes the home car/ driver are available such as for an eye appt. (routine eye tests are carried out at Locharwoods by a visiting optician)
There are voluntary regular activities, and trips out to pub occasionally, and Xmas. Entertainers visit Locharwoods regularly for popular sing songs, and events. There are outdoor activities such as bbq, garden party, and the option just to sit in the secluded garden if desired
↩Reply from Heather Weekes, Care Home Manager at Locharwoods
Thank you for your review, its a pleasure looking after your mum
Review from Carol W (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 October 2026 Date of experience: October 2026•Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
From the very first day I came to Locharwoods to see if it would be ok for mum I knew she would be well cared for here
It's a small care home with 18 rooms which felt very homely especially to other places I'd seen
Mums been here nearly 3 years and I'm
so pleased I picked this care home
It's a small care home with 18 rooms which felt very homely especially to other places I'd seen
Mums been here nearly 3 years and I'm
so pleased I picked this care home
The...
From the very first day I came to Locharwoods to see if it would be ok for mum I knew she would be well cared for here
It's a small care home with 18 rooms which felt very homely especially to other places I'd seen
Mums been here nearly 3 years and I'm
so pleased I picked this care home
The staff are so professional and friendly and take time to talk about mum if needed
mum is doing really well here and has put weight on since she's been here as she was so frail which leads me to the food which has 4 rotating menus in a month and choices at each mealtimes
It's a small care home with 18 rooms which felt very homely especially to other places I'd seen
Mums been here nearly 3 years and I'm
so pleased I picked this care home
The staff are so professional and friendly and take time to talk about mum if needed
mum is doing really well here and has put weight on since she's been here as she was so frail which leads me to the food which has 4 rotating menus in a month and choices at each mealtimes
I am so pleased I picked Locharwoods for mum
↩Reply from Heather Weekes, Care Home Manager at Locharwoods
Thank you Carol for your lovely review, it is a pleasure looking after our singing and dancing queen x
Review from M P (Friend of Resident) published on 22 December 2025 Date of experience: December 2025•Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
Since day 1 we have been more than happy with the care at Locharwoods. The home has a very homely feel and staff treat the residents with curtesy and compassion at all times.
From the manager and assistant manager to the care team all the staff are approachable, kind and understanding.
Since day 1 we have been more than happy with the care at Locharwoods. The home has a very homely feel and staff treat the residents with curtesy and compassion at all times.
From the manager and assistant manager to the care team all the staff are approachable, kind and understanding.
Review from Susan A (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 December 2025 Date of experience: November 2025•Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
I really can't express what a lovely little gem this care home is.As a nurse I've worked in a few so have a lot to compare but genuinely feel this home is one of the best.From the minute I walked through the door I knew we'd got the right place for mum.The staff are so kind and compassionate from...
I really can't express what a lovely little gem this care home is.As a nurse I've worked in a few so have a lot to compare but genuinely feel this home is one of the best.From the minute I walked through the door I knew we'd got the right place for mum.The staff are so kind and compassionate from the managers right down to the cleaners and handyman.Smiles all round when you enter and really can't do enough for residents and relatives alike.A lot of thought is put into the activities and they arrange ,visiting hairdressers and choropidists .Mum said she loved the wholesome ,home cooked food and the little treats the cook provided from time to time.Nobody wants to be in a home but I think mum actually enjoyed her time there and felt pampered and cared for.
She's home now ,rejuvenated and much better,a lot being due to the love and dedication given by all the staff.
We still talk about her time there now ,with fond memories.
She's home now ,rejuvenated and much better,a lot being due to the love and dedication given by all the staff.
We still talk about her time there now ,with fond memories.
A big shout out to an incredible bunch of staff!
Review from Maria G (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 December 2025 Date of experience: November 2025•Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
Locharwoods of Formby is a wonderful, caring and brilliantly led and run residential care home with amazing staff. It is a "home from home" with room for 18 residents each with their own personal rooms. You can bring your own furniture and things to make it feel more personal and cozy, however the...
Locharwoods of Formby is a wonderful, caring and brilliantly led and run residential care home with amazing staff. It is a "home from home" with room for 18 residents each with their own personal rooms. You can bring your own furniture and things to make it feel more personal and cozy, however the furniture that is provided is of very good standard.
They have a lovely lounge, dining room and conservatory leading out to a secure, private and pretty garden with a covered seating area.
Each resident is treated with the most care and compassion making sure that their needs and dignity is respected at all times.
Management lead the home well, making sure that they adhere to standards and compliance and replace and repair things when needed.
My Mom has been here 3 1/2 years and they have treated her kindly making sure her health and also her emotional needs are looked after.
They have a lovely lounge, dining room and conservatory leading out to a secure, private and pretty garden with a covered seating area.
Each resident is treated with the most care and compassion making sure that their needs and dignity is respected at all times.
Management lead the home well, making sure that they adhere to standards and compliance and replace and repair things when needed.
My Mom has been here 3 1/2 years and they have treated her kindly making sure her health and also her emotional needs are looked after.
The care staff really get to know the residents and have their best interests at heart, and try to keep them safe.
Review from Laura J (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 November 2025 Date of experience: October 2025•Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
All the staff at Locharwoods, Formby, are very kind and thoughtful. They genuinely care about my mum and they are interested in her and listen to what she has to say. The home itself is lovely, warm and cosy with a real homely feel. This home has been a godsend for us. It has a beautiful garden and...
All the staff at Locharwoods, Formby, are very kind and thoughtful. They genuinely care about my mum and they are interested in her and listen to what she has to say. The home itself is lovely, warm and cosy with a real homely feel. This home has been a godsend for us. It has a beautiful garden and is in a lovely location. My mum is treated as an individual, with respect and courtesy.
Review from Keith R (Son of Resident) published on 18 October 2019 Date of experience: October 2019•Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
My mother has been a resident of Locharwoods for ten months.
Locarwoods Care home, staff and management are outstanding, they personalise the care in a way that reflects your needs and yet does not make you stand out as 'different'. The attention to detail and having the best interest of the...
My mother has been a resident of Locharwoods for ten months.
Locarwoods Care home, staff and management are outstanding, they personalise the care in a way that reflects your needs and yet does not make you stand out as 'different'. The attention to detail and having the best interest of the residents is something that is clearly apparent and it shows in so many ways.
Locarwoods Care Home is truly a home for those who reside there, they are like one happy family all getting on with each other and looking out for each other.
The staff encourage and get a high level of involvement in organised activities both in the home and external outings to the theatre for example, and this is a great boost for my mother and well appreciated.
Locarwoods Care home, staff and management are outstanding, they personalise the care in a way that reflects your needs and yet does not make you stand out as 'different'. The attention to detail and having the best interest of the residents is something that is clearly apparent and it shows in so many ways.
Locarwoods Care Home is truly a home for those who reside there, they are like one happy family all getting on with each other and looking out for each other.
The staff encourage and get a high level of involvement in organised activities both in the home and external outings to the theatre for example, and this is a great boost for my mother and well appreciated.
As a son, I feel so assured that my mother is being looked after and cared for by people who care and genuinely go 'the extra mile' in all aspects of her care. Keep up the good work you are all very special people.
Review from A E (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 June 2019 Date of experience: May 2019•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
My mum has lived here for 1 month. Staff are fabulous care is absolutely wonderful. Locharwoods is always clean and well-maintained manager and owner were of great support to enable my mum to move in. Overall I sleep well knowing my lovely mum is in safe hands.
My mum has lived here for 1 month. Staff are fabulous care is absolutely wonderful. Locharwoods is always clean and well-maintained manager and owner were of great support to enable my mum to move in. Overall I sleep well knowing my lovely mum is in safe hands.
Review from P B (Son of Resident) published on 4 June 2019 Date of experience: April 2019•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Locharwoods is always clean, bright and welcoming. The staff are well presented and friendly. I am very happy with my mother's care there.
Locharwoods is always clean, bright and welcoming. The staff are well presented and friendly. I am very happy with my mother's care there.
Review from Pauline D (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2019 Date of experience: April 2019•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Our mum is looked after really well and is very happy at Locharwoods Formby. She has settled and does not feel unhappy to be away from her own home. The staff are so kind and caring and we know as a family that Mum is well looked after and care for. Thank you wonderful team.
Our mum is looked after really well and is very happy at Locharwoods Formby. She has settled and does not feel unhappy to be away from her own home. The staff are so kind and caring and we know as a family that Mum is well looked after and care for. Thank you wonderful team.
Review from A L (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 May 2019 Date of experience: April 2019•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
My Dad has been extremely well cared for by kind, thoughtful and considerate staff. Nothing is too much trouble. The environment is cosy and homely and kept extremely clean. I visit regularly and I am always made welcome at any time. The management is always available and is keen to meet our needs...
My Dad has been extremely well cared for by kind, thoughtful and considerate staff. Nothing is too much trouble. The environment is cosy and homely and kept extremely clean. I visit regularly and I am always made welcome at any time. The management is always available and is keen to meet our needs as a family. The small nature of the home and the low turnover of staff is a bonus as they get to know Dad well.
Review from L A (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2019 Date of experience: February 2019•Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
My father has been a resident at Locharwoods for the past few years. His care during this time has been impeccable and the environment is safe, clean and extremely friendly. He is very happy there and I would highly recommend Locharwoods.
My father has been a resident at Locharwoods for the past few years. His care during this time has been impeccable and the environment is safe, clean and extremely friendly. He is very happy there and I would highly recommend Locharwoods.
↩Reply from Lisa Edwards, Accounts Manager at Locharwoods
Thank you very much for your feedback, which we really appreciate.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 23 February 2019Overall
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- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Locharwoods
How much does Locharwoods cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,050 for residential care (respite from £1,050). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
What types of Care is Locharwoods registered for?
Older Person Care is the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) category of Care.
How many Rooms does Locharwoods have?
There are 18 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Locharwoods?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Locharwoods to the centre of Liverpool?
10.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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