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Every room at Leighton Forest is...
At Leighton Forest, the home blends experienced care with real heart. Whether someone joins Leighton Forest for a short stay or to make this a long-term home, the team are happy to help all feel safe, supported and valued from day one. The home is full of life and kindness – and every member of the team plays a part in making it that way.
Every room at Leighton Forest is designed to feel calm, comfortable and personal. Residents are encouraged to bring treasured items to help them feel more at home. Rooms are bright and well-equipped, with everything needed for comfort, privacy and peace of mind. And if something needs adjusting to help someone settle in, the team will happily help.
Care Provided by Leighton Forest
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- 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 85 Service Users
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)
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
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Leighton Forest to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Our fees are based on a thorough assessment of each resident’s individual needs, ensuring that the level of care and support provided is tailored appropriately.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Leighton Forest for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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 choose 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.
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Pressbeau Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Nicole Mann (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (85)
Visiting
- Visiting hours are flexible to suit the needs of residents and their families. You’re welcome to visit at any time, with no set time limit. The team kindly ask that visitors are mindful of residents’ comfort during the later hours of the evening.
Parking
- Ample complimentary parking is provided for the comfort and convenience of guests.
Leighton Forest Reviews (33)
Leighton Forest has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.908) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Leighton Forest has 33 reviews.
Mum lived independently & never wanted to be in a home. Sadly, after her fourth stroke left her paralysed down her right-hand side, doubly incontinent with memory problems, she needed more support.Moving into Leighton Forest was a huge change, and I worried about how she would settle. However, she...
Mum lived independently & never wanted to be in a home. Sadly, after her fourth stroke left her paralysed down her right-hand side, doubly incontinent with memory problems, she needed more support.Moving into Leighton Forest was a huge change, and I worried about how she would settle. However, she has absolutely thrived since being there.Mum loves the people around her, has formed a wonderful friendship with Joao, who takes a genuine interest in everyone & makes each person feel valued & cared for. She is also making friends with other residents, which makes me so happy.I never imagined she would settle so well, especially given how much she valued her independence. Seeing her happy, building friendships & enjoying others' company is a real comfort.Special thanks to Joao for his kindness & genuine interest in Mum & the other residents. His conversations & personal connections make a huge difference.I am so grateful Mum is in such caring hands and would happily recommend Leighton Forest
A special thank you to Joao, who was so welcoming from the very first minute we arrived. Nothing ever felt like too...
A special thank you to Joao, who was so welcoming from the very first minute we arrived. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and whenever we had a question or needed anything, he was always there to help. It really made the whole experience so much easier and more reassuring for us.
Thank you to Joao and the whole team for looking after her so well. We really appreciate everything you did for her.
When visiting I have always found the staff to be friendly and solicitous to Lesley's...
When visiting I have always found the staff to be friendly and solicitous to Lesley's needs. Her room and the spaces throughout the home, are always clean, tidy and smell nice - very important!
In July it was her 80th birthday and, with the co-operation of the staff, her family & friends organised a party. It was a great success. Many thanks to the staff for their unobtrusive support and welcoming presence.
Our friend is a resident of Forest Lodge Care Home. It was her 80th birthday a few of her friends together with her family wanted to give her a surprise party. The staff and management went out of their way to make the day a memorable one. They provided a lovely cake, flowers, snacks and drinks and...
Our friend is a resident of Forest Lodge Care Home. It was her 80th birthday a few of her friends together with her family wanted to give her a surprise party. The staff and management went out of their way to make the day a memorable one. They provided a lovely cake, flowers, snacks and drinks and allowed us full use of one of the large activity rooms. Nothing could have been more perfect. Every time I visit the home, everything is spotlessly clean, and the staff are a delight. All needs are catered for in a kind and efficient way.
My mother had a lovely room that looked out to the trees and this made her happy. She settled in well to the home and found the staff friendly. She enjoyed the variety of food and all the activities. I felt that she was well looked after in the time she was there. Thank you for everything.
My mother had a lovely room that looked out to the trees and this made her happy. She settled in well to the home and found the staff friendly. She enjoyed the variety of food and all the activities. I felt that she was well looked after in the time she was there. Thank you for everything.
I found the staff very friendly and very helpful.
I found the staff very friendly and very helpful.
Life at Leighton Forest is great all staff are very pleasant you are made to feel very welcome.
Life at Leighton Forest is great all staff are very pleasant you are made to feel very welcome.
Very good.
Very good.
I cannot praise the staff at Leighton Forest more highly . My family and I were treated with respect and dignity through my husbands short stay with them . They were attentive , accommodating and helpful at all times. The home is clean and welcoming . The staff are well presented and cheerful ....
It is not an easy journey when needing to access care for our loved ones, but we could not have found a better environment for what turned out to be end of life care . THANK YOU ALL AT LEIGHTON FOREST .
Brilliant, I love it here for my husband. They motivate and encourage him. Most importantly look after him which now I cannot do.
Brilliant, I love it here for my husband. They motivate and encourage him. Most importantly look after him which now I cannot do.
Thank you very much for your kind review. We are so pleased to hear that you feel happy with the care and support your husband receives, and that our team are motivating and encouraging him.
Thank you for trusting us with his care. Your feedback means a great deal to our staff.
Kind regards,
The Team at Leighton Forest
My mum received the best care from very dedicated staff whilst at Leighton Forest. The staff were especially supportive and went the extra mile when she sadly passed away recently. We shall be eternally grateful that Mum got to spend her last months here.
My mum received the best care from very dedicated staff whilst at Leighton Forest. The staff were especially supportive and went the extra mile when she sadly passed away recently. We shall be eternally grateful that Mum got to spend her last months here.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave this review. We are honoured that your mum spent her final months with us and are grateful for the trust you placed in our team.
Please accept our sincere condolences. Your feedback means a great deal to our staff and will be shared with them.
We have a lot to talk about, my wife and her wishes. The care staff are of great help most of the time, but are good.
I do wish the manager and staff well.
We have a lot to talk about, my wife and her wishes. The care staff are of great help most of the time, but are good.
I do wish the manager and staff well.
A lovely care home set in a beautiful location, my mum was treated with care, respect and dignity. The staff were welcoming, polite, and professional. Thank you for looking after my mum and keeping her safe during her final days.
A lovely care home set in a beautiful location, my mum was treated with care, respect and dignity. The staff were welcoming, polite, and professional. Thank you for looking after my mum and keeping her safe during her final days.
Thank you for your kind review, it was our pleasure to care for your Mum may she RIP
My mum came in for respite care after living at home and having several falls. It was decided that she needed to stay permanently. Whilst she has found it hard to settle I think she is coming to terms that she is in the best possible place. I can only have praise for the way my mum was welcomed by...
My mum came in for respite care after living at home and having several falls. It was decided that she needed to stay permanently. Whilst she has found it hard to settle I think she is coming to terms that she is in the best possible place. I can only have praise for the way my mum was welcomed by all the staff and they have quickly got to know how she likes to be helped.i have found all the staff friendly, welcoming and professional. I am very happy that she is being well cared for.
Thank you for your kind words, we are pleased your Mum is settling with us and you are happy with our staff
Thanks to everyone!
Thanks to everyone!
Thank you so much. This means so much to the team.
He now has a more rewarding life with social interaction,...
He now has a more rewarding life with social interaction, good food and personal care.
Thank you for your kind review, we are happy that your brother is enjoying life with us and settling well.
My Mum spent the final six weeks of her life at Leighton Forest. She was relieved to be out of hospital and have her own room and telly but what meant much more to her was the personal care she received. Everyone made an effort to get to know Mum, including which flavor of ice cream she liked. This...
For bed-bound residents the vital thing is how fast the call button is answered, this was great on the whole and Mum wasn't forgotten even when many other residents had also pressed theirs.
The only thing I would improve is the food, a few times it was lukewarm when it got to Mum's room and a few times fish and gravy were on the same plate.
My grandfather-in-law spent years in care homes, I know how bad they can be. Leighton Forest is the best I've ever experienced.
Thank you for your kind words, we are glad we were able to make your Mums final days happy and settled.
We were all made most welcome and a communal room made available for a carol concert.
The room was clean and welcoming. The whole environment in the building was warm, welcoming and clean and tidy....
We were all made most welcome and a communal room made available for a carol concert.
The room was clean and welcoming. The whole environment in the building was warm, welcoming and clean and tidy. Without any smell. A great experience for everyone.
Thank you for your kind words, it was lovely to have you all here.
My father recently moved to Leighton Forest. I work in healthcare and have experience of working with a number of care homes. I am really happy with our experience at Leighton Forest. The staff are friendly and professional - they take the time to get to know both the resident and their family. The...
My father recently moved to Leighton Forest. I work in healthcare and have experience of working with a number of care homes. I am really happy with our experience at Leighton Forest. The staff are friendly and professional - they take the time to get to know both the resident and their family. The management team are present and responsive - they take on board feedback and it is clear that the resident's wellbeing is their top priority. The home itself is nice - good social space, it is clean and the woodland setting is lovely.
Thank you for your kind words, we are happy you and your Father are happy with our home and the service provided.
My Mother was in Leighton Forest for D2A. She was treated with respect, dignity, and fabulous care from each member of staff from start to finish. The home was very well-staffed and very clean. She was included in activities and enjoyed them.
My Mother was in Leighton Forest for D2A. She was treated with respect, dignity, and fabulous care from each member of staff from start to finish. The home was very well-staffed and very clean. She was included in activities and enjoyed them.
Thank you for your kind words, we are happy your Mum enjoyed her stay.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 15 May 2025Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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 (1)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Pressbeau Ltd
Accreditations
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Frequently Asked Questions about Leighton Forest
How much does Leighton Forest cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,270 for residential care (respite from £1,500), from £1,400 for residential dementia care (respite from £1,500), from £1,450 for nursing care (respite from £1,500) and from £1,500 for nursing dementia care (respite from £1,500). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
What types of Care is Leighton Forest registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Leighton Forest have?
There are 85 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Leighton Forest?
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, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Leighton Forest to the centre of Leighton Buzzard?
1.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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