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Leighton Forest

Plantation Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire LU7 3HU
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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.

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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

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,270From £1,500
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,400From £1,500
Nursing CareFrom £1,450From £1,500
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,500From £1,500

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.

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

Remote Tours of Leighton ForestUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri(between 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)We are able to do virtual tours for residents and their families. We can do this through Zoom, Whatsapp or Skype. If you contact us, then we can arrange a time and date with you so that we can show you our lovely home and answer any questions you may have. Circumstances permitting, we may also be able to do a socially distant meeting.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

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)

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9.9

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.

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Review from Lynn S (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Sue R (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Richard W (Husband of Resident) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Ginny K (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from C S (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 July 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Lee B (Son of Resident) published on 25 July 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Dennis M (Resident / Service User) published on 23 July 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Elizabeth E (Wife of Resident) published on 9 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Alison P (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Review from A C (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Paul S (Son of Resident) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Review from Barbara R (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Review from J R (Relative of Resident) published on 22 March 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 15 May 2025
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Requires improvement
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveRequires improvement
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Pressbeau Ltd

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