
excellent care and I always have peace of mind that he is being well-looked after at Leonard LodgeE M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

We have so much to be thankful for all that Leonard Lodge have done.Chris J(Son of Resident/Service User)

I would recommend to others most definately.Annette J(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

excellent care and I always have peace of mind that he is being well-looked after at Leonard LodgeE M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

We have so much to be thankful for all that Leonard Lodge have done.Chris J(Son of Resident/Service User)

I would recommend to others most definately.Annette J(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Leonard Lodge is set in a tranquil area at the back of the Hutton Poplars Estate, yet only half a mile from Shenfield town centre. Care workers provide first-class 24-hour nursing care alongside expert care for people with dementia in their Memory Lane Community. They also offer convalescent and intermediate care.
A team of highly qualified and attentive staff really focus on the individual needs of residents with a tailored care...
Leonard Lodge is set in a tranquil area at the back of the Hutton Poplars Estate, yet only half a mile from Shenfield town centre. Care workers provide first-class 24-hour nursing care alongside expert care for people with dementia in their Memory Lane Community. They also offer convalescent and intermediate care.
A team of highly qualified and attentive staff really focus on the individual needs of residents with a tailored care plan for each person. And their dedication can be seen across the board - in their cooking, hospitality, organised activities and regular physiotherapy sessions for residents.
The team believe they're ideally suited to meet your needs now and in the future to ensure you get the most from your retirement years.
Care Provided by Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
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
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home 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.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Corina Popescu (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2017
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home Reviews (118)
Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.757) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home has 118 reviews.
Also would like to praise the rest of staff who are most professional.
Also would like to praise the rest of staff who are most professional.
Thank you for your review. Really appreaciated your feedback. It is a pleasure to have dad here. I will pass your kind words to the team.
My father moved into Leonard Lodge in September and has settled in really well. The home is beautifully furnished, clean and very welcoming and the carers and nurses are very professional. The food is plentiful and of a high standard and all his needs are taken care of. I am very happy and relaxed...
My father moved into Leonard Lodge in September and has settled in really well. The home is beautifully furnished, clean and very welcoming and the carers and nurses are very professional. The food is plentiful and of a high standard and all his needs are taken care of. I am very happy and relaxed that he is being taken care of in there.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and for taking the time to share your experience of Leonard Lodge. We are truly delighted to hear that your father has settled in so well and that you feel reassured and confident in the care he receives. It means a great deal to know that you value the...
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and for taking the time to share your experience of Leonard Lodge. We are truly delighted to hear that your father has settled in so well and that you feel reassured and confident in the care he receives. It means a great deal to know that you value the professionalism and dedication of our nursing and care teams, as well as our welcoming environment and the quality of our meals. Your kind words are deeply appreciated by everyone at Leonard Lodge and will be a wonderful encouragement to the whole team. We look forward to continuing to provide your father with the highest standards of personalised care, comfort and support.
Corina PopescuOperations Manager
Leonard Lodge Care Home
I am very impressed with the care and efficiency of all the staff, their communication and support with my mother-in-law's care. The manager is polite, caring and has a real passion for supporting people living with dementia. The activities are varied, and my mother-in-law has built a lovely...
I am very impressed with the care and efficiency of all the staff, their communication and support with my mother-in-law's care. The manager is polite, caring and has a real passion for supporting people living with dementia. The activities are varied, and my mother-in-law has built a lovely rapport with the staff.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you are pleased with the care and support your mother-in-law receives. It is specially lovely to know that she has built such a positive rapport with our team and enjoys varied activities available. Your kind comments...
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you are pleased with the care and support your mother-in-law receives. It is specially lovely to know that she has built such a positive rapport with our team and enjoys varied activities available. Your kind comments about our staff, communication and management are greatly appreciated and will be shared with the whole team.Warm regards,
Corina
Manager
Mum was very poorly when she arrived at Leonard Lodge at the end of July. At 94 she has many issues, a history of falls, failing health and is on Oxygen 24x7. Mum wanted to stay in her own home but it became apparent following 2 falls in 2 days and her unpredictable health, that it was not safe for...
Mum was very poorly when she arrived at Leonard Lodge at the end of July. At 94 she has many issues, a history of falls, failing health and is on Oxygen 24x7. Mum wanted to stay in her own home but it became apparent following 2 falls in 2 days and her unpredictable health, that it was not safe for her to do so. The staff have shown Mum much love and care in helping her transition. We can't thank them enough at what has been a very stressful time.
Corina
I cannot recommend this care home enough. My dad had a wonderful week of respite and said it felt like a five-star hotel! The staff were incredibly kind, caring and helpful throughout his stay. A special thank you to the manager for being so professional, approachable and supportive. We felt...
I cannot recommend this care home enough. My dad had a wonderful week of respite and said it felt like a five-star hotel! The staff were incredibly kind, caring and helpful throughout his stay. A special thank you to the manager for being so professional, approachable and supportive. We felt completely reassured knowing Dad was in such good hands. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your dad enjoyed his week of respite and that he felt so comfortable and well cared for during his stay. Our team takes great pride in creating a welcoming, supportive environment, so it's truly rewarding to know this was...
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that your dad enjoyed his week of respite and that he felt so comfortable and well cared for during his stay. Our team takes great pride in creating a welcoming, supportive environment, so it's truly rewarding to know this was reflected in his experience.Your kind words about our staff and management mean a great deal to us, and I will be sure to share your comments with the whole team. It was a pleasure to support your family, and we look forward to welcoming your dad again in the future.
Warm regards,
Corina Popescu
My mother arrived at Leonard Lodge a year ago. Initially there were a few teething problems but in March 2026 there was a change of Management & LL has changed out of all recognition. My mother is well cared for in all regards. The home is welcoming to relatives & quick to react to requests. I...
My mother arrived at Leonard Lodge a year ago. Initially there were a few teething problems but in March 2026 there was a change of Management & LL has changed out of all recognition. My mother is well cared for in all regards. The home is welcoming to relatives & quick to react to requests. I would have no hesitation in recommending LL.
It means a great deal to our whole team to know that your mother is well cared for and that you feel welcomed and supported when you visit. We work hard to respond quickly to requests and to create...
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience of Leonard Lodge over the past year.It means a great deal to our whole team to know that your mother is well cared for and that you feel welcomed and supported when you visit. We work hard to respond quickly to requests and to create a warm, homely environment for both residents and their families, so your words are incredibly encouraging.
Thank you again for your trust and support. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's ever anything more we can do for you or your mother.
Warm regards,
Corina Popescu
During the five or so weeks that she was under the care of the home Mum became particularly fond of a number of the staff.
Her stay at Leonard Lodge allowed her to pass away with dignity, safety, and as great a degree of...
During the five or so weeks that she was under the care of the home Mum became particularly fond of a number of the staff.
Her stay at Leonard Lodge allowed her to pass away with dignity, safety, and as great a degree of comfort, as was possible under the circumstances.
On behalf of myself and my family I would like to thank the team for the support, care and kindness that they gave to Mum.
I would happily recommend Leonard lodge to prospective residents.
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words. It was a privilege to care for Byour mother and we all loved her. She was such a lovely person. Your appreciation means a great deal to our team and your lovely feedback will be shared with the team. We wish you and your family...
Dear M W,Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words. It was a privilege to care for Byour mother and we all loved her. She was such a lovely person. Your appreciation means a great deal to our team and your lovely feedback will be shared with the team. We wish you and your family strength and comfort, and thank you for recommending Leonard Lodge.
Kind regards,
Corina and the Leonard Lodge Team
My mother was 96 years old when joining Leonard Lodge. She had been discharged from hospital after pneumonia and had a dependency on oxygen. She was in very poor health when she arrived but the the team at Leonard Lodge managed to nurse Mum to a great recovery and she now no longer needs oxygen...
The staff are so important in a care home and every one has been so supportive and kind to mum. Anna on the front desk, Sheree and Damian on the management team, the senior nurses June and Irish, Joe and Sebastian - just to name a few out of so many.
Mum is moving out of Leonard Lodge now solely to move to another home that is closer to the family. We have so much to be thankful for all that Leonard Lodge have done.
Dear Chris,
Thank you so much for your kind words. I will pass your message to the team. It's been a pleasure to look after mum and I hope she will settle well in her new home.
Dad recieves excellent care and I always have peace of mind that he is being well-looked after at Leonard Lodge. The carers work very hard to ensure that he's comfortable, safe and happy and are prepared to feed him, however long it takes, on days when he can't manage it himself. The staff in all...
Dad recieves excellent care and I always have peace of mind that he is being well-looked after at Leonard Lodge. The carers work very hard to ensure that he's comfortable, safe and happy and are prepared to feed him, however long it takes, on days when he can't manage it himself. The staff in all departments work extremely hard and are very friendly and caring. There are many activities arranged for the residents to bring happiness and enrichment. Thank you to everyone.
We are delighted to hear that your dad is happy, comfortable and well cared for at Leonard Lodge. It is especially rewarding to know that our staff's patience, compassion and dedication at mealtimes and throughout the day provide you...
Thank you for your lovely review and kind words about our team.We are delighted to hear that your dad is happy, comfortable and well cared for at Leonard Lodge. It is especially rewarding to know that our staff's patience, compassion and dedication at mealtimes and throughout the day provide you with peace of mind.
Your feedback will be shared with the whole team, who will be pleased to know their hard work is appreciated.
Kind regards,
Corina
The staff are lovely and really engage with her
They treat her like a human being.
Very impressed.
The staff are lovely and really engage with her
They treat her like a human being.
Very impressed.
Thank you so much for your feedback; this was already passed to the team; we love having mum here.
The carers are lovely and have lots of time for mum.
Food is good.
Staff are lovely.
I would recommend to others most definately.
The carers are lovely and have lots of time for mum.
Food is good.
Staff are lovely.
I would recommend to others most definately.
We really appreciate your feedback and we are very grateful.
Made our visit to my sister - very pleasant she is quite happy.
Made our visit to my sister - very pleasant she is quite happy.
My Mother is very happy and comfortable in the nursing home, she is dealt with dignity by all the staff, staff are all very friendly to residents and visitors. The staff also pop in to check on my Mum, even when she has not asked for them and wave to her as they pass her room, as she is bedbound,...
The new decor and carpets make the place look very welcoming and make the place look smart.
Thank you for your feedback and lovely praise of the staff, I will ensure all staff receive this feedback. We all very much enjoy looking after your Mother.
Cannot recommend enough, my dad was very well looked after and was very happy to stay for a weeks respite here. My dad felt like he was in a 5 star hotel and the staff were so helpful all the way throughout.
Cannot recommend enough, my dad was very well looked after and was very happy to stay for a weeks respite here. My dad felt like he was in a 5 star hotel and the staff were so helpful all the way throughout.
Thank you for your lovely feedback, this will be shared with the team. It was a pleasure to look after your dad and look forward to seeing him again soon.
I never wanted mum to go into a home but since being here she is actually happy again .
I honestly can relax and know she is well taken care of.
Staff really care and get to know the residents.
The lady's who run the entertainment side .
Completely throw themselves into their...
I never wanted mum to go into a home but since being here she is actually happy again .
I honestly can relax and know she is well taken care of.
Staff really care and get to know the residents.
The lady's who run the entertainment side .
Completely throw themselves into their role, they know all residents likes and dislikes but more than that they include every resident.
Thank you for your feedback, I will ensure all of your amazing feedback is shared with the team.
I first viewed Leonard's Lodge on an open day and was very impressed with the show round. I have been a carer for my brother for 2years but there had been a rapid decline in his health, diagnosed with dementia February 2024, I was advised by his GP to try respite care. I was offered a room at...
I first viewed Leonard's Lodge on an open day and was very impressed with the show round. I have been a carer for my brother for 2years but there had been a rapid decline in his health, diagnosed with dementia February 2024, I was advised by his GP to try respite care. I was offered a room at Leonard Lodge for 4 weeks which was successful so the decision was made to make the arrangement permanent commencing 15th May. I have experienced nothing but kindness from all the staff making the transition a smooth one. My brother is enjoying his new home, he is well catered for and safe.
Thank you for your feedback, I will ensure all staff on Memory Lane are informed of your kind, positive words,
My eldest Sister 78 who sadly has dementia came into Leonard Lodge on January the 17th 2025 initially for 4 weeks respite care . She is now a permanent resident and has now been in there care for 10 weeks. I cannot praise Leonard Lodge enough. All the staff , management team , facilities , rooms ,...
My eldest Sister 78 who sadly has dementia came into Leonard Lodge on January the 17th 2025 initially for 4 weeks respite care . She is now a permanent resident and has now been in there care for 10 weeks. I cannot praise Leonard Lodge enough. All the staff , management team , facilities , rooms , entertainment & activities ,decor , furniture are superb Top Class . My Sister is a different person after just a short time in residence and is now very happy and contented in her new home. It is a big decision to put your loved one into full time care but would recommend Leonard Lodge in Brentwood to anyone on that journey. My wife and are who are my Sisters full POA for both catagories live 10 minutes away from Leonard Lodge and we sleep easy at night knowing my Sister is getting top class care 24/7 . The staff keep you fully informed if there are any concerns and they deal with things very efficiently . I understand a high tech spa pool is currently being added to improve the facilities
Thank you for your feedback, it is a pleasure having your sister as part of our family at Leonard Lodge. I will ensure your lovely feedback is shared to all of the staffing team.
Very helpful caring staff.
Very helpful caring staff.
Thank you for your feedback, we will ensure all feedback is relayed to staff.
All the staff on Memory Lane have made Dad feel very welcome, he settled into the home really quickly,
this was helped by the carers and staff being so friendly but very professional in the...
All the staff on Memory Lane have made Dad feel very welcome, he settled into the home really quickly,
this was helped by the carers and staff being so friendly but very professional in the way they go about looking after him and all the residents, not to mention family members of the residents.
I cannot say a bad word about anything to do with Leonard Lodge, we are all very happy.
Thank you your feedback and lovely words regarding our staff on Memory Lane. Your kind words will be shared with the team.
My husband is extremely physically disabled and has vascular dementia. He's been a resident in Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home for thirteen months where he's received efficient, kind and compassionate care from all the staff. The carers and nurses are friendly and approachable if I have any...
My husband is extremely physically disabled and has vascular dementia. He's been a resident in Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home for thirteen months where he's received efficient, kind and compassionate care from all the staff. The carers and nurses are friendly and approachable if I have any queries or concerns. Always supportive. My husband can join in very few activities but when he's able he's encouraged by the excellent team of activity ladies. He appears content, enjoys the companionship of the staff and eats well - never complains! This all gives me peace of mind. Thank you.
Thank you for your feedback and your kind words. I will ensure this is passed to staff.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 February 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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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News (103) & Events (1)
- 17 Oct 2026
Brentwood care worker Tina Collins celebrates Barchester Care Awards divisional win Tina Collins, an experienced care worker at Leonard Lodge Care Home in Hutton, Brentwood, has been named a divisional...
- 19 Jul 2026
The event brought together a colourful line-up of local stallholders, each bringing something different to the celebration. Carol's Cabin Cards offered handmade greetings cards and keepsakes, while John and Angel...
- 22 Jun 2026
Nothing beats the smell of fresh-baked cookies! Our residents gathered in the dining room for a fun, sensory baking session. We rolled up our sleeves, shared old family recipes, and...
- 06 Nov 2026Organiser: Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home
Awards / Recognitions (17)
- 15 Oct 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home.
Meet the Team (8)

I started working at Leonard Lodge in 2001 and this year will receive my 20-year Long Service Award. I commenced as a registered nurse and moved into...
I started working at Leonard Lodge in 2001 and this year will receive my 20-year Long Service Award. I commenced as a registered nurse and moved into the Unit Managers position in January 2002.
As well as being an RGN I am also a qualified Mental Health Nurse. My keen interest in dementia care means that I work very closely with relatives and health care professionals to ensure that we are providing the very best personalised care for each of our residents.

hello, My name is Zheira and I am a registered nurse here at Leonard Lodge.

My name is Lynn and I lead the Activities Team here at Leonard Lodge.
Since working at Leonard Lodge I have dedicated myself to ensuring that each...
My name is Lynn and I lead the Activities Team here at Leonard Lodge.
Since working at Leonard Lodge I have dedicated myself to ensuring that each of our residents can continue to partake in the hobbies that they have enjoyed for years. It is important that all of the residents here have access to life enriching, fun and social activities.
The whole home supports my team and I to organise activities, events and entertainment tailored to every residents preferences, abilities and needs. Each year we have a fantastically full calendar, and we look forward to the future when we can invite the families of residents to join us in the home again.
I am married with two children and two rather annoying rescue cats. I lived in Italy for a number of years and love all Italian food, especially when somebody else cooks it for me! I love to read, especially crime novels. I am a regular theatre goer with a passion for musicals. I like to sing and dance (albeit badly!).

Hello, My name is Angela and I am part of the activities team here at Leonard Lodge.

I have worked in the care sector as a Nursing Home Administrator for the past ten years. I very much enjoy working in an environment where we can...
I have worked in the care sector as a Nursing Home Administrator for the past ten years. I very much enjoy working in an environment where we can make a difference - each and every one of us - to our resident's daily life.
I worked in London for the first six years of my career as a Records Clerk with the British Medical Association. I was fortunate enough to meet Prince Charles who was our Honorary President, at a Grand Ball held in his honour. I then progressed to being the Records Officer at Gray’s Inn.
I now have a lovely granddaughter, who takes up a lot of my spare time and I wouldn't have it any other way.

I have worked at Leonard Lodge since the doors originally opened. I started as a Laundry Assistant and have worked my way up to Head Housekeeper. I...
I have worked at Leonard Lodge since the doors originally opened. I started as a Laundry Assistant and have worked my way up to Head Housekeeper. I pride myself in ensuring a clean, fresh and inviting environment for residents, visitors and staff.
I have also received my 20 year Long Service Award, which was presented at our anniversary party.

Hello, My name is Allison, my mum is a resident here and I decided to become a volunteer so I could spend time with Mum whilst also supporting our...
Hello, My name is Allison, my mum is a resident here and I decided to become a volunteer so I could spend time with Mum whilst also supporting our residents.
I have have been busy working with the home to ensure the residents can live their best life, I have been instrumental in setting up a Leonard Lodge coffee morning which takes place every Thursday at 10 am. The coffee morning is free to attend and everyone is welcome. There is always free tea, coffee and cakes.

Hi, I am Corina, the General Manager at Leonard Lodge.
I have 10 years of leadership experience gained from nursing, residential, and dementia care...
Hi, I am Corina, the General Manager at Leonard Lodge.
I have 10 years of leadership experience gained from nursing, residential, and dementia care services in the UK. I have a strong track record of improving care homes, achieving positive CQC outcomes, and leading multi-site operations across Essex and London.
Throughout my career, I have developed expertise in regulatory compliance, safeguarding, clinical governance, and operational management. With a background as a Registered Nurse and senior care leader, I am passionate about person-centred care, staff development, and continuous improvement.
I strongly believe that people should be cared for holistically, taking into account what makes them who they are as individuals. Building meaningful relationships with residents, staff, relatives, and external stakeholders is extremely important to me, as I believe working in partnership is essential to delivering the best possible outcomes for everyone involved in the home. I also see myself as a strong advocate for residents, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care, particularly those who are unable to communicate their needs or those living with dementia. I take pride in supporting and empowering others to be the best they can be within their roles, creating positive and high-performing teams.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home
How much does Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,500 for nursing care. Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
What types of Care is Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home have?
There are 60 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, 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 Barchester Leonard Lodge Care Home to the centre of Brentwood?
2.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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