Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care

34 Station Road, Fordingbridge SP6 1JW
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  • Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care, Fordingbridge
Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care is Fordingbridge's longest established care home, providing nursing and residential care since 1989.

A period property set in six acres of grounds, the home combines comfortable surroundings with excellent care delivered by a friendly and experienced team of registered nurses and care with a good understanding of the needs of older people.

Although Allenbrook provides mainly long-term care and the home is often able to offer shorter respite stays (subject to availability) and also provides palliative care, working closely with the nearby Salisbury Hospice.
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Care Provided

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 43 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate 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)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1400
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1400
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1398
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1398

Fees quoted are exclusive of any NHS Funded Nursing Care contribution

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care to find out the exact price for your requirements.

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 chose 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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Owner

  • Allenbrook Care Ltd

Person in charge

  • Camelia Tendea (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2021
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (41)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (6)

Visiting

  • Visitors always welcome

Parking

  • Free parking available on site

Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care Reviews (48)

8.2

Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care has a Review Score of 8.2 (8.215) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care has 48 reviews.

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Review from Chrissy Y (Friend of Resident) published on 3 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have always found Allenbrook Care Home to be excellent in the care they provide for their residents. The staff are friendly and kind and provide a stimulating and fun atmosphere and cater for individual requirements.
Our experience of Allenbrook is through a friend being a resident there over the
last two years and a parent who was a resident for three happy years twelve years ago. Both experiences were extremely good.
Reply from Ian Stott, Support & Development Manager at Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care

Many thanks- we'll make sure your comments are shared with the team :)

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Review from Carol B (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 104 year old mother has been a resident at Allenbrook since 2019! She loves Allenbrook and enjoys a joke with the amazing staff! Such a relief for the family to know she is happy.
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Review from Kevin H (Son of Resident) published on 21 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Generally mum seems quite happy at Allenbrook. Her mobility is limited but more walking exercise would help but understand this takes up time. Staffing levels at weekends has been limited in recent weeks. When the weather is nice it is great to sit outside. Last year there was some large sun parasoles
but as of yet have not been available.
On the whole we are pleased with everything, espeically with the warm welcome received by all staff. The staff deserve credit for their entertainment work.
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Review from Jonathan M (Son of Resident) published on 16 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Great communication. Dad is monitored well and seems very happy. Nice surroundings. Very homely. Caring staff. Activities seem fun, and he enjoys the food. Cost is always an issue, but that's care for you.
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Review from Rupert K (Son of Resident) published on 6 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother spent the last eight months of her life in Allenbrook and I was blown away by the care she received. Despite not really wanting to remain in this world, my Mum developed great relationships with all the staff who were so kind and caring right up until her last breaths. The whole staff team
felt like one big, happy family. Her room was delightful, the food was good (we even got to eat it sometimes when visiting) and the admin team were superb at keeping in touch with me and my siblings whenever there was a problem. Several of the staff even attended my mother's funeral which was very heartwarming. We couldn't have asked for more from a nursing home.
Reply from Ian Stott, Support & Development Manager at Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care

Many thanks for your kind words Rupert, we'll make sure to share them with the staff who cared for your mother. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience of Allenbrook- feedback like this makes such a difference to our team.

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Review from A D (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My parents went to Allenbrook Nursing Home for a respite period. My father deteriorated during his stay and died there. He was receiving palliative care before he moved in and was already unwell prior to his arrival. My parents were resistant the move and found leaving their home traumatic. My father
fell during the night within the first 24 hours of his stay. He had dementia and his mobility was poor which he did not understand. We were all upset by this fall. I appreciate that without a 1:1 24 hour 'watch', it was almost impossible to prevent this, however, we felt that with more night staff on duty, this possibly could have been prevented. The staff nurse rang me the next day and gave a full explanation and apology. Apart from this incident, we found the nurses, the carers, the domestic cleaners, the reception staff and the managers extremely kind, caring, skilled, experienced, warm and helpful and so supportive. His end of life care was exemplary. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you so much.
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Review from Amy S (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My parents recently spent over three weeks at Allenbrook Nursing Home and my father died there. As my parent's rooms were tucked away and because the care and nursing staff were limited in number, response times to their call bells were rather slow (sometimes over half an hour). However, the staff were
without fail, kind, caring and respectful. In the last days of my father’s life the nursing care was tender and attentive.
The food was as good as it could be, given it was mass catering and the home-made cakes were very good.
The building and gardens were a little tired looking and the layout of the day room made it like a waiting room, but on the whole it was a good experience and the kind staff give the home a warm, homely feel.
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Review from John W (Son of Resident) published on 13 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother went into Allenbrook in April last year, prior to going in she was extremely resistant to giving up her independent living, but the level of help and support and reassurance given to her was way beyond anything we expected in the end the transition went really well, the place is beautiful,
the staff are so caring the rooms are lovely and the community-based activities made her settle in from day one, we made daily checks on her and nothing was too much trouble in keeping us up to date on how it was going, we visited daily for the first few days and bearing in mind this was still very much in COVID times every effort was made to accommodate both her and our needs. The whole thing was a pleasure and I can only convey my heartfelt thanks.
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Review from Michael O (Friend of Resident) published on 5 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is one of the best care homes that I have visited.
Reply from Ian Stott, Registered Manager at Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care

Many thanks for your kind review. It's much appreciated!

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Review from Anne R (Wife of Resident) published on 28 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After battling through the minefield of searching for a suitable nursing home for my husband, who has dementia and is unable to walk I hit the jackpot when I found Allenbrook Nursing home.
This is no purpose-built block but a lovely period house set on beautiful grounds.
The care my husband receives
is second to none, the entire care team are friendly, welcoming and professional, which is reflected in my husbands happy and content little world. I am kept informed of any issues that might arise, which are dealt with promptly.
The home is clean and very well run, food is varied and nutritious, residents are also kept well entertained, even during the current pandemic.
I am so happy and grateful for the care and commitment of everyone involved with the home.
Reply from Ian Stott, Registered Manager at Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care

Thanks so much for your kind words which we'll pass on to the Allenbrook team. It really makes a difference to know we're so appreciated.

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Review from Jason N (Grandson of Resident) published on 11 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My grandmother has been a resident of Allenbrook for more than seven years now and I cannot praise the nursing home enough. The facility is well set up and professionally run. The staff are caring, considerate and have responded to the varying and changing needs of my grandmother over a number of years.
Meals seem tasty and entertainment is well established and delivered several times throughout the week. As the Trustee to my Gran, I deal with the accounting department and they are always responsive and accurate. If I had to be in a nursing home myself (hopefully at least 40 years from now) I would be happy to be relocated to Allenbrook.
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Review from Debbie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with all the care from everyone at Allenbrook who have become our friends after 5-years of caring for Mum and being part of our extended family.
We really appreciate all the efforts and hard work they are making to ensure our loved ones stay safe in these extraordinary times.
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receive very informative updates reassuring us of all the procedures that have been put in place, and it is good to know they have been able to resource a good supply of PPE.
We do miss visiting but know Mum is in good hands, and we look forward to spending time in the garden with Mum having tea parties in the future and thanking everyone personally.
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Review from Sandy M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend Allenbrook Nursing Home. The manager and his team are fantastic; the home has a good, caring and friendly atmosphere; everyone seems very happy there, staff and residents alike. My family are so pleased we chose this home.
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Review from Diane P (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
On all my visits to this home, my mother has appeared well presented, clean and happy to the degree that her dementia allows. The staff are always most welcoming, helpful and forthcoming with answers to any questions I may have. The ability to access, via the relative's website, daily updates on all
aspects of her daily care is particularly welcoming, given my remote location from the home. Should any cause for concern occur regarding mothers' health, I always receive an immediate 'phone call from a member of staff to keep me fully informed! This has been the case throughout her stay, which has now covered the past three years.
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Review from Frances C (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Allenbrook has responded amazingly well to the COVID-19 outbreak. The home stopped all visitors earlier than many other homes, showing they keep up to date and ahead of the game on patient care. It has been very hard not to be able to visit my father, but I can ring every day. It is clear from talking
to him that his mental health remains very good; which is a tribute to the time and care that the excellent staff are delivering in these very challenging times. For very good quality care, including nursing care, in the area; I would thoroughly recommend Allenbrook Nursing Home.
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Review from David B (Son of Resident) published on 28 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our stepmother has now been at the Allenbrook for just over a year. She is increasingly frail and now largely bedridden. Throughout her time there, she could not have better care. I pay tribute to the staff who are not only well organised and professional but are ever positive in their work. The place
has a warm feel about it. She seems genuinely happy to be there, and this gives us great peace of mind. The Allenbrook has handled the current Covid-19 epidemic with great skill and throughout has communicated very well with us. So far no cases - thank goodness.
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Review from Sheila S (Wife of Resident) published on 1 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Well organised and very friendly, and are looking after my husband extremely well.
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Review from Mike S (Husband of Resident) published on 28 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife has lived at Allenbrook for two and a half years and I spend ten hours a day with her and am well placed to make comment. The period in question is the Christmas period 2018. I was so impressed by the enthusiasm of the activities team to transform the home into a warm and seasonal decor which
would leave many commercial businesses in the cold.
All the staff showed enthusiastic support to all the residents at this time and this mutual respect shows that we do not take them all for granted.
Reply from Ian Stott, Registered Manager at Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care

Thanks so much for your comments, Mike. It's lovely to hear you both had an enjoyable Christmas. We'll make sure your comments are passed on to everyone involved!

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Review from Joyce W (Sister of Resident) published on 8 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I moved my brother from his previous nursing home in July 2018. At that nursing home, he was left in his room all day, I suspect sedated and fast becoming a bedridden 'vegetable'. However, since moving to Allenbrook, his general demeanour and mental capability have improved beyond all recognition/expectation,
due somewhat to the care and general expertise of every member of staff. It is truly gold-plated care.
Reply from Ian Stott, Registered Manager at Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care

Thank you so much for your review which we'll share with the staff team. It's lovely to hear we've made such a difference to your brother's life!

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Review from Chris (Son of Resident) published on 10 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Allenbrook is situated in lovely grounds and close enough to the town centre to walk or use a buggy. The area is quiet and peaceful. All the staff are kind, friendly and efficient. I have not met a member of staff who isn't pleasant. They are always helpful.
The place is not purpose built but a converted
Manor House so the common rooms are relatively small but it has a homely feel that you might not get in a modern facility.
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Current Review Score: 8.2 (8.215)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.2 (8.215) out of 10 for Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 4 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.8 out of 5 from 4 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.375 for Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care is calculated as follows: ( (22 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 48 Ratings = 4.375
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 3.84 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care is based on 4 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.375
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 43 registered maximum number of service users is 8.6. 4 Positive Reviews ÷ 8.6 = 0.465
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 23 Aug 2023

Overall Good

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  • Responsive Outstanding
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (3)

Ian

Ian Stott

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2009

Ian has been Registered Manager at Allenbrook since 2009, and has managed care homes for over 25 years. He is also a Registered Nurse with a particular interest in the care of old people and dementia care.


Ian co-ordinates all enquiries and admission to the home, working closely with families to help with making the move into care as stress-free as possible.

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Karen Roberts

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 1995

Karen joined the home in 1995 and brings many years' experience to the nursing team. As well as supporting our nursing staff, Karen carries out new resident assessments and works closely with families during the admission process.

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Lisa Courtney

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2011

Lisa has been Allenbrook's Administrator since 2011, providing support across the home and assisting families with financial matters. Originally a law graduate, Lisa's career has seen her work in a variety of care settings before arriving at Allenbrook.

Frequently Asked Questions about Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care

What types of Care is Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care 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 Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care have?

There are 41 Single Rooms and 1 Couple/Companion Room.

What are the Facilities & Services at Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care to the centre of Fordingbridge?

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

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