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Woodcroft Care Home

Abergele Road, Trowbridge, Cardiff CF3 1RS
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Woodcroft Care Home, Cardiff
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Woodcroft Care Home, Cardiff

Woodcroft is a not-for profit care home, providing personalised care and support for people requiring residential and residential dementia care.

The home has 60 bedrooms all with private en-suite facilities situated over three floors. Each floor has two small communities of people with a communal lounge and dining area available. There are also a number of other communal areas across the home including a ground floor café, small accessible cinema area...  

Care Provided by Woodcroft Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • 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
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,200N/A

Our bed prices are all inclusive and are bespoke to each individual's needs. We have many funding options available, which we are happy to talk you through. Please contact the care home for further details.

Contact Woodcroft 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

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Helen Louise Lewis(Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2012
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (60)

Visiting

  • Vistors are welcome at any time. To encourage regular visits, relatives have the opportunity to purchase a key fob so that they can pop by as they please. Everyone is welcome to make a cuppa in the kitchen, just as they would if they were visiting a loved one at home.

Parking

  • Free on-site parking and roadside parking also available.

Woodcroft Care Home Reviews (41)

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8.2

Woodcroft Care Home has a Review Score of 8.2 (8.245) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Woodcroft Care Home has 41 reviews.

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Review from Patricia W (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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I have never met a carer so dedicated and as lovely as Boomie. She is always so happy and smiling, so very helpful too.
Will is lovely too, he is always so positive when helping dad with his medication.

The staff here are all lovely, and thank you for looking after my dad.

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Review from H H (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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All care & support staff have been excellent with phenomenal care & attention paid to the resident. They have all respected her outlook on life, religious wishes and calm demeanour. Management has been changeable over the years as has their attitude. They have with left after being confrontational and not respectful. I depend solely on the dedicated staff to provide the best care. One carer has been wonderful as has many staff over the years including senior nurse.

Reply from Machala Harvey-Loveless, Clinical Deputy Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you so much for your feedback. We truly appreciate your kind words about our care and support staff. It means a great deal to know that the team's dedication, compassion, and respect for the resident's values and wishes have made a positive impact.We acknowledge your concerns regarding past...  

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Review from Michelle S (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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My mother has since passed after being in this care home not only were 2 people dismissed back in 2024 for duty of care regarding my mum which the then manager was absolutely amazing and could not apologise enough. Again in May this year another night time carer was suspended from duties for being verbally threatening behaviour towards my mum pointing at her and shouting with a horrid manner. Over a few days then mum had falls out of her room in the night or early hrs where she landed up in hospital. Mum deteriorated and within 5 weeks mum passed away. We recommend anyone to put cameras in room as if we never we would never have know . This care home has gone down hill since a new manager was appointed in February of this year. Daytime staff on 1st floor, though could not fault, they showed mum a lot of care.

Reply from Marc Pullen-James, Director of Care at Woodcroft Care Home

Dear Michelle, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. The welfare and wellbeing of our residents is paramount, and we are committed to providing the best standard of care, which is why incidents such as this are taken so seriously. We're sorry this incident involving your Mum...  

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Review from Terry E (Son of Resident) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My mother is cared for very well. The staff are great and very supportive. There is a full curriculum of stimulating activities for the residents entertainment. My mothers physical health has improved since being there, and I think it's because she now has a balanced nourishing diet.

Reply from Carolann Jones, Customer Engagement Lead at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. We will pass your comments onto the colleague team.

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Review from C H (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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Mum has been at this home nearly 5-6 years. She has settled in very well. When she arrived she was nonverbal. But now she is very settled and speaks well. Staff are fantastic, always happy to assist. It's a very welcoming home. No smells, very clean. I'm very pleased with the home Mum is in. Thank you staff.

Reply from Carolann Jones, Customer Engagement Lead at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for your review. We are pleased that your mum has settled in lovely at Woodcroft and we will pass your comments onto the colleague team. Thank you.

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Review from G G (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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I would like the thank everyone for the excellent care given to my mother-in-law which is down to the staff. She enjoys the food, the entertainment and the respect they show her. She says it's home from home. Well done Woodcroft.

Reply from Carolann Jones, Customer Engagement Lead at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for you review. Your comments will be passed onto the colleague team at Woodcroft.

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Review from David W (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 7 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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My putative mother-in-law has just finished four weeks of respite care at Woodcroft and the experience for her, and us as visitors, has been fantastic. The home is modern, spacious, clean, and airy, and the staff have all been very friendly and welcoming. My mother-in-law has been very comfortable and content there, and spent some time saying fond goodbyes to other residents and staff.
We and, I'm sure she, would be perfectly happy if Woodcroft were to become her permanent home in the future.

Thanks again to all staff and management who have made her stay so comfortable.

Reply from Mandy Worgan, Deputy Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely review, and we are so pleased that Mum enjoyed her stay with us. I will pass on your kind words to the team, take care

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Review from H D (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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My mother needed respite care urgently so we had no say in where she was placed. I was very anxious and concerned about where she was going to be. However, the minute we walked through the door I felt so much happier - every member of staff we have met has been warm, welcoming and so helpful. The home is light, airy and comfortable with a real family feel to it. We met the absolutely fantastic manager - she is so approachable, has great energy and commitment and is also extremely professional with a clear vision and values. Her leadership is demonstrated in the whole ethos of the home and I have no doubt she will improve things even more over time. My mother is very happy there and thoroughly enjoys the varied activities. She also loves the food which is great quality. I have no hesitation in recommending Woodcroft as a genuinely caring, safe, friendly home from home for respite or permanent care. Well done everyone and thank you so much.

Reply from Mandy Worgan, Home Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

I'm so pleased Mum has enjoyed her stay at Woodcroft. Thank you so much for your lovely kind words, It will give me great pleasure to pass them on to all the team.

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Review from John R (Husband of Resident) published on 8 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My wife came to Woodcroft in May 2022 for respite and has been a resident since.
Woodcroft is not the Ritz, but it's clean and homely, the staff are amazing nothing is too much trouble, my wife as far as I am concerned is well looked after, and neither my family nor I have any issues. I can honestly say this with a hand on my heart, the staff and management team are so friendly and welcoming, if I do have any issues at any time they are soon remedied.

If I had to go into a care home at any time in the future I would have no problem with coming here, in actual fact I was looked after here, after I had an operation in December 2023. I can't name any one member of staff or agency staff as they are all equally excellent. The food is always hot and tasty.

Reply from Mandy Worgan, Deputy Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, I will pass them on to all the team.

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Review from J J (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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The cleanliness of my father's room and the home has improved since earlier in the year. Laundry services need improvement with regard to a lot of clothes having been lost.

Reply from Carolann Jones, Management Information Officer at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for your review. We will pass on your comments to the management team at Woodcroft.

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Review from Paula M (Friend of Resident) published on 15 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Took an elderly veteran friend to visit his wife. The gentleman had not been able to see his wife due to cancer treatment. What should have been a lovely visit turned out to be an upsetting one, due to the unprofessional manner of the manager on the top floor.
Total lack of respect to myself, a visitor to the home.
Asked why we had visited and not asked permission! My gentlemen called the day before and asked if it was ok, the lady even said how lovely/nice. I was not believed on asking the same question 3 times.
Told me there was Covid on the floor! The receptionist would have said don't visit!
Proceeded to tell me that my gentleman could get it from his wife!
Accused me of videoing the visit when I was watching a video to give the couple privacy to talk! If this person can speak to a visitor in this way, I wouldn't want my family member in the home.

Floor Manager needs retraining in my opinion to treat people in a more respectful way.

Reply from Elaine Mathers, Manager at Woodcroft Care Home
Thank you for your feedback. We are aware of the visit you have referred to and have looked into this.

For your reassurance there are protocols around visitation for a number of residents when people are visiting to ensure they are safe, and the visit is a positive one for all parties which from...  

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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 February 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mother arrived at Woodcroft Care Home in July and her care has been fantastic. A few hiccups in the first few weeks but the staff and management went above and beyond to ensure they were sorted. My mother felt at home and settled in. We are now six months in and it feels like she has been there forever. We are on first name terms with staff, my mother shares banter and laughter with the staff on a daily basis, nothing is too much trouble for them, it's like a five star hotel and my mother is well at home here.

Reply from Elaine Mather, Registered Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you so much for this lovely review. I will share with the team.

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Review from L L (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website
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Following an extremely stressful and upsetting year with our dad, it was the best and safest option for him to go into a care home.
We chose Woodcroft as we were highly recommended by a few family friends who had a positive experience here.
Since my dad moved in, couldn't be happier - although it's an anxious time and Dad has taken a while to settle the staff have been absolutely amazing.
So professional but always so helpful, kind and personable - nothing is ever too much trouble. From my very first point of contact, I have nothing but thanks and praise for the whole team. We can now rest at night knowing our dad is safe and really well looked after.
Dad is not yet ready to be involved with all the activities but I know in time he will be.

So grateful to everyone at Woodcroft, thanks so much.

Reply from Carolann Jones, Management Information Officer. at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. We will pass on your comments to the colleague team at Woodcroft. We are pleased that your Dad has settled in well.

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Review from S A (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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As a first experience of dealing with having a family member in a care home, it is tough. Then add Covid! Communication has been a challenge with the home. Not a negative, a challenge. For example, knowing what we as a family need to provide (clothes, toiletries etc) and knowing about social media groups. Personal challenge has been the constant change in Covid rules and signing in and out of visits. Also knowing staff can take videos and photos of family and post them online... not sure that sits right with me.

Reply from Elaine Mather, Registered Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for your comment. I will inform the team here at Woodcroft. Please be assured that photos and videos are only uploaded onto our closed Facebook page for Woodcroft relatives only and not viewed by the general public. Unless permission has been agreed prior to upload.

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Review from D B (Son of Resident) published on 16 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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After watching my mother for the past year in the care home, I have enjoyed watching her taking part in all the events organised by the carers team. Seeing Mum laugh, smile and take part in events is fantastic. Mum used to say that she was lovely, but not anymore. She enjoys the singing, especially the choir. Value for money - the safety of my mother heads much, much more value for money - question needs to be reworded!

Reply from Carolann Jones, Information Management Officer at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. Your comments will be passed on to the colleague team. We are so pleased that your mother has settled in well at Woodcroft.

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Review from Andrew S (Son of Resident) published on 13 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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When it became obvious that my mother needed constant care, we were very happy to be offered a place at Woodcroft. She has settled in well and seems quite content. Although she doesn’t always remember, she takes part in the many activities on offer. Whenever we go to visit her the staff always have time for a chat and keep us informed of any concerns they may have about mum.

We can’t thank everyone at Woodcroft enough for their care and dedication.

Reply from Carolann Jones, Executive PA at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. The lovely comments will be passed on to our colleague team. We are pleased that your mother has settled in at Woodcroft.

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Review from Carolin H (Friend of Resident) published on 5 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff are always friendly and cooperative, happy to engage with the service user but have to be reminded of certain aids used (hearing aids not always given). Very small criticism. The care home is very clean and the food is excellent. I have very little, if any, interaction with management above seniors on the 'shop floor' - who are amazing.

Reply from Elaine Mather, Registered Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for this lovely review. I will inform the team of your lovely comments. Regard.

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Review from S H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother is very happy at Woodcroft and loves most of the staff. She is well looked after, enjoys the food and loves the social activities. My only complaint is the cost, how can a non-profit organisation increase the weekly contribution by 8.5% when the inflation rate is less than 2%.

Reply from Elaine Mather, Registered Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for this lovely comment. We are really pleased that Mum is happy living at Woodcroft.

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Review from G O (Son of Resident) published on 15 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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The residents seem very happy in the home. The difference between this home and the previous home Father was in is like night and day. While the previous one was almost twice as expensive - he mostly isolated with very little contact with staff whereas in this home he talks to people and doesn't seem to want to leave.

Reply from Elaine Mather, Registered Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you so much for this lovely comment. We will share with the team.

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Review from W F (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am really happy with the care given to my mum. The staff are always supportive and caring. The only complaint I have is mixed communication during visits, not all staff know what's going on. Firstly we are told visits are allowed to everyone, then when we arrive only designated visitors allowed.

Reply from Elaine Mather, Registered Manager at Woodcroft Care Home

Thank you for the review. As Woodcroft had previously been 'in incident' it has been difficult for everyone to keep up to date with the changes in guidelines. We have informed staff of the update changes regarding visiting as we are no longer 'in incident'.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) Rating

Date: 02 July 2026
  • Well-being
    Excellent
  • Care and Support
    Good
  • Environment
    Good
  • Leadership and Management
    Excellent
Care Inspectorate Wales is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Wales.View Latest Report

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Meet the Team (2)

Helen Lewis
Helen LewisJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2008

Helen joined Hafod in 2008, starting her career in care as a community domiciliary care worker.

She then progressed to a senior role, and after completing her level 5 in Health and Social Care progressed to a team leader position and was part of the team setting up our Ty Cwm Extra Care scheme in Merthyr Tydfil.

In that time Helen has always looked to progress and has continued to attend training courses to support her development and knowledge. In 2019 she joined the operations team as Deputy Operations Manager. In December 2021 she became the Regional Manager for Domiciliary Care and then Home Manager at Woodcroft in 2025.

Machala Evans
Machala EvansJob Title:Deputy Home Manager

Previously a clinical lead nurse, Machala has vast knowledge in providing care for the home's residents and is passionate about their well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodcroft Care Home

What types of Care is Woodcroft Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Woodcroft Care Home have?

There are 60 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Woodcroft 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, 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 Woodcroft Care Home to the centre of Cardiff?

4.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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