
I would like to thank all the staff for their care and professionalism in looking after dadP H(Son of Resident/Service User)



I would like to thank all the staff for their care and professionalism in looking after dadP H(Son of Resident/Service User)



Situated just outside Romsey Dunwood Manor is a grand country house set in 12 acres of grounds.
The home has two independent wings to cater for residents with different needs.
Beeches offers a secure wing and gardens for residents of any age with dementia.
Willows offers general nursing care, respite and specialist palliative care to residents.
Care Provided by Dunwood Manor
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 55 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are dependent on facilities within room and assessment
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Dunwood Manor for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Dunwood Manor 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)
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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Owner
- Dunwood Manor Romsey Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Trudy Moore(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2000
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (43)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (21)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
Visiting
- There is no restriction on visiting. If visiting outside of normal hours please call in advance so that the team know that you will be visiting.
Parking
- Parking is available outside the entrance to Dunwood Manor Nursing Home. It is shared with the adjacent Waverley Lodge Nursing Home. If parking spaces are all full continue past Waverley Lodge to the small car park on the left
Dunwood Manor Reviews (37)
Dunwood Manor has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.216) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dunwood Manor has 37 reviews.
My husband is a new resident, Since his arrival we have a warm and friendly welcome from all the staff which has helped him On Settling in.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted to hear that both you and your husband have received such a warm and friendly welcome from our team. Supporting new residents as they settle into their new home is very important to us, and we are pleased that this has helped your...
Mum says its good here but some carers don't take time to understand her, speech is unclear. Food ok but always very similar fed up with semolina. Don't often see staff in corridor (busy I expect) but this can make mum feel she is all alone.
we find Dunwood Manor to be very good. All the staff are caring, helpful and respectful to my Dad and our family. My Dads room is comfortable, clean and spacious, with a wonderful view. The Management Team are excellent - kind, supportive and professional. Thank you,
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you have found Dunwood Manor to be a very good home for your dad. It is wonderful to know that our team has made a positive difference through their care, respect and support, and that your dad is comfortable...
My relative went for a prolonged short stay at Dunwood Manor (Dec 25-June26). He was well cared for by everyone and became very fond of some of his nurses and carers - they were always cheerful and happy to help him. His room had a lovely view over the gardens, with cherry blossom and wisteria brightening his days. I found the management staff (Trudy and Maria) very responsive when I asked for any additional help, and it was always easy to contact them by phone or email. Gill on Reception was particularly helpful when my relative had phone problems or any admin issues. All in all it was an excellent short stay and we'd recommend the home as being well run, friendly and accommodating in every way. Dunwood Manor is also a little bit less expensive than other homes in the Romsey area so perfect for long or short stays if you're self funding.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that your relative enjoyed such a positive stay at Dunwood Manor and was so well cared for by our nursing and care teams. It is wonderful to know that the gardens and views brought him enjoyment during his time...
The help and care my mother has received over the last 14 months is of the highest you could wish for and know that your loved one is getting everything you would want: food, healthcare, the most loving staff you would want, nothing is too much trouble, and knowing they are safe. The staff are so loving and caring. I would recommend Dunwood Manor Care Home to any family. If you want to know your loved one is receiving the care you would want to give yourself then Dunwood Manor Romsey is highly recommended, 5-star service.
My dad spent 2 weeks at Dunwood Manor for respite.The staff were all extremely supportive and took time to explain if he became confused. He benefitted from the opportunity to sit in the beautiful garden watching the wildlife in the peaceful surroundings. The facilities were well maintained and I felt very confident he was in a safe and caring environment being treated with dignity and respect.
Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to give us your thoughts. I agree with you, the grounds of Dunwood are lovely, a special place to relax and enjoy peace and quiet. I am also delighted to read of your confidence in our colleagues taking good care of your Dad, thank you. With my best wishes, Helen
The family celebrations that have happened recently have been acknowledged and enjoyed by the staff and family alike. Thank you.
Hello,Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback, it is very much appreciated. My colleagues will be chuffed to read your comments, thank you, Helen
Mother in law is very well cared for. She speaks very highly of the staff and they know her likes and dislikes well. We feel the staff go the extra mile to support and make their clients feel special. The home feels welcoming and the staff keep you up to date and address any problems promptly. Mother in law loves the view of the grounds from her ground floor room. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear your mother-in-law feels well cared for and happy. It means a lot to know she feels valued and enjoys the view from her room. We'll share your kind words with the team - they always strive to make everyone feel special.
First of all, I have a lovely view outside my window where I am visited sometimes by squirrels and occasionally a deer. The staff are very helpful and are always ready for a chat. Especially when I am feeling down.
Thank you for your review. I am so glad you enjoy that view, we're very lucky to be in such beautiful grounds. I am very pleased to hear that the staff are supportive and chatty. I always find my Dunwood colleagues to be up for a chat! With my best wishes and thanks.
I like living at Dunwood Manor because it is friendly and I always feel comfortable and safe. Everybody is helpful and if I ask for something I always get it.
Thank you very much for your review. We appreciate all feedback and reviews, but it's particularly special and meaningful to receive positive feedback like this from a resident. It is very much appreciated. Thank you, best wishes
My father was offered a place at Dunwood Manor Nursing Home on 2/1/24, after spells in and out of the hospital over a 7-month span. It’s been the best thing that could have happened to dad. The staff are first class. They are very caring and help dad settle in from the word go. The nursing care at this moment in time is first class. There is a good atmosphere in the home, with friendly smiling friendly faces. The food is prepared in the kitchen and my father says the food is very good, and plenty of it. Overall I am very pleased with the way things are going 10 out of 10.
Thank you for your consideration and informed review. Firstly I am delighted to read that we have made your Dad more comfortable and settled than he was. Little matters more than the Resident feeling comfortable and settled. We appreciate your feedback, we take our reviews seriously and we share them with the team so we all benefit. My very best wishes to your family, Helen
For the few weeks that my husband was in the home before his death there, all members of the staff showed both him and me the utmost kindness, care, consideration and, yes, love. I could not have asked for more.
I am so sorry for your loss. It is so generous of you to give us feedback at this sad and difficult time. Thank you for your comments. I am delighted that you've enjoyed the kindness, love and warmth of my colleagues in this lovely home. I wish you and your family all the very best. Thank you
My husband was looked after by all carers and nursing staff with great care and kindness. I couldn't have wished for more.
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your comments. I am so pleased to hear that our warm caring staff looked after your husband so well. My best wishes to you, thank you.
We were able to visit Mum at any time. The staff were very kind and welcoming.
Thank you for your review. I noticed today in Dunwood that there were lovely visitors spending time with residents and staff. That's an integral part of making a care home a home, having our loved ones relaxed and happily there with us. Thanks for making that happen.
My wife's stay at Dunwood Manor was only seven weeks but during that time her care was outstanding. She loved her room and said so almost every day. During her stay, we celebrated our 60th wedding anniversary and her 80th birthday. On the Tuesday of Easter week, we had a family gathering of eight and the home kindly provided us with a small room with tea, coffee and sandwiches. A wonderful experience, thank you all so much for looking after her so well.
Happy Anniversary! What a wonderful achievement, I am so glad we were able to support your celebrations. It's very pleasing to hear your feedback and that of your wife, thank you for sharing it. The team will be completely delighted to read your kind words, thank you. With my best wishes to you and your family, Helen.
My mum was a resident at Dunwood Manor for seven weeks with a terminal illness. Throughout her time there, she received exemplary care from every member of staff. All her care needs were fully met and the staff treated her with dignity and respect. Mum adored her room, had outstanding care and was supported through the final chapter of her life by a brilliant team. The staff were brilliant with my dad too and they were able to celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary and Mum's 80th Birthday in Dunwood Manor. I cannot thank the staff and praise them highly enough for their professional, friendly and first class care. To receive such help at a challenging time was a tremendous source of comfort.
Hello, thank you so very much for such a wonderful review. You have our deepest sympathies at the passing of your mum, I do hope your family is doing as well as can be expected. Your review means so much to every member of the team. Thank you for your kindness. With my very best wishes to your family.
From the first day of my mum arriving at Dunwood Manor Care Home, I was very impressed with the care offered to my mum. As a very regular visitor, I was well pleased to see the ongoing care offered so far which was first-class in every way. Mum died in Dunwood Manor surrounded by her sons and at the point of death, care given by one member of staff was gentle and caring.
My sincere condolences on the death of your mum. I am so sorry for your loss. I am also very touched that you've made the effort to provide us with feedback at such a sad time. My colleagues in Dunwood will be very pleased and grateful to read your comments. Thank you for your kindness. My best wishes to you and your family, Helen.
Dunwood Manor is a clean, friendly home. The staff are approachable and caring. Standards of care and hygiene are excellent. Attention to detail in every area is evident. Food is tapered to personal needs and is presented in an appetising manner. Nothing is too much trouble and they strive to make the rooms homely. I would recommend Dunwood as a first-choice home if you were unable to care for your loved one.
Hello, thank you for your review and your kind words. I particularly relate to your phrase "attention to detail in every area is evident". The manager and the whole team - housekeeping, food services as well as the care and clinical teams all really pay attention to getting things right for each resident. It's so heartening to see. My best wishes for you and your family and thanks again, Helen.
My father has only been in residency since the beginning of January so it is very difficult for me to give an accurate review. However, my experience so far has been more than satisfactory. The staff have been excellent and keep me up to date with my father's condition and any treatment he may require. Overall very happy.
Hello, thanks for your review. I am delighted to read that your experience has been so positive. Receiving positive feedback from family members is really important to us as the team cares for family members as well as the Residents. My best wishes to you and your family, thanks, Helen.
She gets on very well with the staff - they are very kind, and nothing is too much trouble for them.
The food is excellent, and she looks forward to every meal. She says that due to her circumstances, she is in the best possible place, which in turn, means I do not have to worry about her as she is in good hands.
Hello, how lovely it is to read your comments and that your wife feels she is in the best possible place. Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. It means a great deal to all of us. Best wishes to you and your family.
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News (19) & Events (0)
- 03 Sep 2025
Dunwood Manor and Waverley Lodge residents, staff, families, and visitors came together to celebrate their final Summer Party in style! The amazing Cosmic Sparkle entertained everyone with favourite songs that...
- 07 Aug 2025
Dunwood Manor residents Sylvie and Vera had a lovely outing with activities co-ordinator Lauren to Kimbridge Barn this week! With beautiful weather on their side, they made the most of...
- 07 Aug 2025
Dunwood Manor residents always enjoy having visitors — and yesterday brought a whole host of special guests! Some were feathered, some were furry, and all were absolutely adorable. While it...
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Meet the Team (1)

Trudy is passionate about delivering high-quality care and creating a positive, supportive environment for both residents and staff. With extensive experience in elderly care, dementia support, and team leadership, she has successfully managed and improved multiple care settings. Trudy thrives on building strong teams, implementing innovative healthcare systems, and driving meaningful improvements in service quality.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dunwood Manor
What types of Care is Dunwood Manor registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Dunwood Manor have?
There are 43 Single Rooms and 5 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Dunwood Manor?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Minibus or other 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 Dunwood Manor to the centre of Romsey?
2.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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