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The home is situated in Burley, in the heart of the Hampshire countryside, and provides 24-hour care and attention to those who wish to spend their retirement in a serene and caring atmosphere.
The team is delighted to announce that they were nominated, out...
Care Provided by Gorselands
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 39 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our scale of fees is dependent upon the room type.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Gorselands for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Gorselands 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
- Gorselands in the Forest LTD
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Ciprian Silaghi(Registered Provider)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2009
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (35)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- Visiting is permitted 24 hours per day at the consent of theresidents, although visiting is recommended during normal hours the home ask that consideration of meal times as well as both wake up and bed times is taken.
Parking
- When arriving at Gorselands the home have two car parks, a rather small car park at the main entrance which they would recommend on first visits, however, sometimes it does fill rather quickly so the lower staff car park has space available.
Gorselands Reviews (85)
Gorselands has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.917) out of 10, based on 32 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Gorselands has 85 reviews.
I have always felt safe and secure, The care staff, receptionist and other staff have been friendly, helpful and open to suggestions. Personal Care has always been of a high standard and discreet. Activities have always been available if they had been needed, they have been varied and enjoyable. However, quiet times have been accommodated by staff when needed. Gorselands has been home from home, enjoyable and peaceful.
Feel part of a huge family. My is the best in the house!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear you feel part of the Gorselands family - that's exactly what we hope for.
My Uncle spent 3 months at Gorselands for end of life care. He was cared for with compassion and care by all the team. They made him a cake and sang happy birthday to him the weekend before he passed away. My family and I are truly grateful to all the staff.
Thank you so much for your lovely words. It was an honour to care for your uncle, and we're so pleased we could make his birthday a special occasion. Your kind feedback means so much to our whole team. We send our heartfelt condolences and wish you and your family all the very best.
The care my mother in law recieved whilst at Gorselands was excellent. She has been unwell for a while and the management and staff were so caring towards her and us in her final days. When she first went into Gorselands it felt like a home no clinical feel or smell about it. The staff always pleasant and looking like they enjoy working there. Mum enjoyed chats and a bit of banter with them. Her medical needs were always well taken care of.
We're so pleased your mother-in-law felt comfortable and well cared for at Gorselands. Your lovely comments about our caring team, homely atmosphere, and the support given during her final days truly mean a great deal to us.
It's especially...
We were realy lucky mum was sent to Gorselands. In her final years. She was made very welcome from the day she arrived and the care has been absolutely excellent. The managemet and staff are friendly and careing always ready with a smile for mum. Mum felt at home there from the first day there. I can't thank the home enough for the way the looke after her.
We are truly grateful that your mum became part of the Gorselands family in her final years. It means a great deal to hear that she felt at home from her very first day and that the care and support she received made such a positive difference.
Your lovely...
Myself and my husband visited a dear friend who was in Gorselands for restbite white her family were on holiday. We were very pleasantly surprised to see this home has had a change of management. The home is welcoming, bright, clean and no smell of urine! The staff were so happy we could sense the family atmosphere. We visited a friend before COVID and were sad as the home was dirty and dark! Well done - our friend has been treated well, thank you.
We're so pleased to hear that you found Gorselands welcoming, bright, and full of warmth. Creating a happy and homely atmosphere is very important to us, so your kind comments mean a great deal.
We're also delighted your friend was well cared for during their respite stay. Thank you again for your thoughtful feedback.
They provide the most extensive entertainment and activities along with a monthly plan to each resident, which is just outstanding. Residents can dip in and out as they choose. If I/ we had any relatives in need of a care home or friends who have relatives we absolutely would recommend this home.more like a warners break than a care home. We thank everyone for the time they took to get to know him. And wish every single member of staff all the very best for the future.
We're delighted your father had a positive stay and that our team could support his needs. It's lovely to hear you valued our activities and the freedom residents have to enjoy them at their own pace.
Your comment about Gorselands feeling...
Gorselands is a wonderful community of kind and dedicated staff who have created a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all residents and visitors. The effort put into variety available at the home is exceptional, from the daily menu and activities available to the living spaces to spend time in, highlights how inclusion is prioritised here. Gorselands has been there to support my loved ones for years which highlights their ability to consistently provide excellent and reliable care. Additionally, their location in the New Forest adds to the peaceful environment of the home.
We're so pleased that the care, atmosphere, and little details, activities and meals have made a difference over the years. It's a privilege to support your loved ones, and we're grateful for the trust you've placed in us.
And we agree - the New Forest truly makes this a special place to call home.
My husband, Roy, was admitted to Gorselands on 11 April 2025. The level of service and care he received throughout his stay was exceptional. I know he was being well treated because he always smiled of the staff when they entered his room. For the first few months he tried to be an escape artist and got himself into crazy positions. They were always having to reposition him.
It truly means the world to us that Roy felt safe, cared for and comfortable during his time at Gorselands Nursing Home. Seeing him smile when our team entered his room is the loveliest compliment we could...
My wife was a resident at Gorselands for three years. The care, compassion, support, kindness and dedication that all the staff gave her was second to none. The menu was adjusted to her needs as and when required and the input from the chef, nutritionist and nurses was superb. All the staff team were totally amazing in everything they did for her. They are very much a family with plenty of laughter and fun. The entertainments team are incredible with the event they organise. Birthdays for residents are always celebrated with a superb cake/balloons and banners. A very happy place. During a very difficult time for me, they were very supportive and nothing was too much trouble for them. When my wife passed away, members of staff I had never met came to her room to see me and to say goodbye to her. The home is spotless and the management team achieve very standards on every level. Thank you for everything you do for the residents. If/when I need a nursing home, I will certainly book myself in to Gorselands!
We are truly honoured that your wife was part of the Gorselands family and deeply grateful for your recognition of our team's care, compassion and dedication. Your words about the support you received during such a difficult time mean a great deal to us.
Thank you for trusting us and for taking the time to share your experience.
I cannot praise this home enough my husband was here 8 years ago, now my father. The standards of are are still as high, the staff are all so lovely & kind & really go more than the extra mile to provide a cosy 'family' feel to all residents and their relatives. Everyone matters to them & they show it. Beautiful setting & good food too.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're honoured you've trusted us with both your husband's and father's care, and we're delighted our team's warmth and family atmosphere have made a difference. We feel privileged to be part of your family's journey and are so grateful for your trust and support.With warm regards,The Gorselands Team
So happy with the loving care and attention given to Mums many needs by all the staff at Gorselands. It's not just Mum they consider, but the whole of her family. They have made everyone welcome, which is really appreciated by all for them to be able to see Mum so happy and doing so well. Thank you to all the staff at Gorselands.
Many thanks to your words. It means a great deal to all of us at Gorselands to know that both your mum and your whole family feel supported and welcome. We do our best to make it not only care, but a real home and a community. We're so delighted to see your mum happy - it's our absolute pleasure to be part of her journey. Thank you again for taking the time to share your adorable feedback.
As part of continuous care following a spell in hospital my mother spent her last week in Gorselands. Her room was beautiful and the staff I met were attentive and respectful. It gives our family comfort that our mother was in such a lovely environment until she died.
Thank you so much for your kind words during such a difficult time. We are sincerely sorry at your loss and we also feel privileged that we have had a chance to look after your mother during her last days. With heartfelt condolences from all of us at Gorselands.
My cousin had been a resident at this lovely family run nursing home for four years but sadly passed away so peacefully recently. The excellent team always had her comfort and well being foremost. She needed extra nursing care latterly which was sympathetically carried out in a really professional but friendly manner. As a relation I will miss visiting them all as they made me feel almost part of their family. Not being there all the time my review is based on having been sent their excellent Chronicles newsheet with photos with regard to activities etc. I have recommended the home but warned the main access road is typical of the tranquil heart of the forest location.
Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. We're truly sorry for your loss and honoured to have cared for your cousin. It means a great deal to us to know that you felt part of the Gorselands family and that our care brought comfort to both your cousin and you during her time with us....
I have nothing but good things to say about the staff and care my mother received.
We are so grateful for the compassion we experienced at a very difficult time.
Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a great deal to our whole team to know that your mother received the care and compassion she deserved during such a challenging time. We're truly grateful for your trust in us, and we wish your family all the very best. Warm regards,The Gorselands Team
Emergency respite care 3 week stay. Amazing team from first arrival, I was looked after so well, I had everything I needed, thank you to everyone.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that you felt well looked after during your stay with us. It means a lot to the entire team to know that we were able to provide the care and support you needed. We wish you all the very best and hope you're continuing to feel well. Warm regards, The Gorselands Team
Thanks to the whole team for all you did for him.
Best Wishes.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a great deal to our entire team to know that our care and support made a difference to your dear friend. We always strive to go above and beyond, and your appreciation truly touches us.With best wishes from the Gorselands team.
The staff at Gorselands are professional, caring and very attentive. They cared for my father until he passed away at the age of 96 years. It is located in an amazing New Forest village, ideal for the occupants to relax.
Thank you for your kind words. It was a privilege to care for your father, and we're glad our team's support and the peaceful surroundings of the New Forest brought comfort to you and your family.With warm regards,The Gorselands Team
The Gorselands nursing home's care for my uncle was exemplary. The kind, caring staff made his final 10 days a peaceful time. Staff were attentive and empathetic. Nothing was too much trouble and we are all grateful for their kindness to our family and our loved one.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a privilege to care for your uncle during his final days. We're truly grateful for your trust in us, and we're glad to know that our support brought comfort to your family during such a difficult time. Your appreciation means a great deal to our team.With warm regards,The Gorselands Team
The team are very caring and very helpful. They are very supportive. If we could have more details on entertainers that come in to see if Mum wants to go or not.
Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear that you find our team caring and supportive. We really appreciate your feedback regarding entertainers - we'll make sure to share more details about upcoming activities. Thank you for your support.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 29 April 2021Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 11 Nov 2025
Gorselands Nursing Home has been recognised as a finalist in the eighth annual Caring UK Awards, one of the care sector's most prestigious accolades celebrating excellence and outstanding achievement across...
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 20 Jun 2024Recipient: Gorselands
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Meet the Team (7)

My wife and I took over the running of Gorselands Nursing Home more than 6 years ago. Gorselands has been in our family for more than 20 years, with most of those years having my parents at the helm.
Sadly, we lost my beloved mother a few years ago following a long-term illness. My wife and I took over the running of Gorselands as it is a very special and idyllic home where my mother wished to live out her last days.
We by no means, attempt to keep up with the brand-new clinical-like homes. However, what we do is create a home-from-home experience. We try to maintain the old ways that our parents and grandparents loved to cherish. We offer home-cooked meals, love, and care, and our desire is to ensure a lifelong home for our residents. In a very minimal number of cases, we need to refer some of our residents to specialised homes if we feel their safety or the safety of others could be compromised. However, it is rare.
We would love for you to experience a day with the Gorselands family and invite you to pop along and meet the team. We can always discuss a solution that will fit your needs over a warm cup of tea.

Have you ever wondered how Gorselands keeps running like a well-oiled machine?
Our Home Manager, Ciprian, has a big part to play in that.
He first came to the UK in 2014 as a healthcare assistant and by 2015 he'd become a registered nurse. Three years later, he joined Gorselands Nursing Home and has been here ever since.
Ciprian loves the stunning countryside around our home and enjoys supporting the team and our residents in his current role as Deputy Manager.
He has worked in the care sector for nine years now - so if you ever have any questions about care for an elderly relative, he's the man to ask!

Hello, my name is Kay, and I am proud to be part of the dedicated and compassionate team here at Gorselands Nursing Home, where I serve as the Clinical Lead Nurse and a Mental Health First Aider.
I bring with me over 45 years of experience in social care, having had the privilege of working in a wide variety of roles throughout my career. I began my journey in care as a carer, eventually qualifying as a Registered Nurse in 1992. Since then, I have held multiple leadership positions, including Care Home Manager and Operations Manager, allowing me to support both residents and care teams across several settings.
One of my most memorable and proudest achievements was commissioning a care home from the ground up - a project that allowed me to shape a safe, supportive, and resident-centred environment from day one. My career has always been driven by a deep passion for caring for older people, as well as for supporting the dedicated staff who work tirelessly to make a difference every single day.
At Gorselands, I work closely with our Home Manager, nursing team, and care staff to maintain the highest standards of clinical care and resident well-being. I am also committed to promoting mental health awareness and support within the team in my role as a Mental Health First Aider. This is something I feel very strongly about - ensuring that both our residents and staff feel heard, supported, and understood.
Gorselands is more than just a care home - it is a warm, welcoming, and homely place where each resident is valued as an individual. There is a genuine sense of community here, and I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of it.
If you are visiting Gorselands or thinking about care options for your loved one, please don’t hesitate to stop by and say hello. I’d love to meet you, answer any questions you may have, and share more about how we work together to provide exceptional care here at Gorselands.

Our experienced and talented Chef at Gorselands is Paul.
Paul brings over 30 years of culinary experience across a variety of respected settings. He began his training at Bryanston School in Blandford, before working at the Sergeants’ and Officers’ Mess at Blandford Camp, where he had the honour of cooking for Princess Anne.
He went on to run pubs for 14 years, developing strong leadership skills, before becoming an Operations Manager with Compass Group, overseeing catering services at a large nursing home in Dorchester. He later worked with Aramark as a Catering Manager for The Bank of New York Mellon in Poole and London.
Paul has also worked as a freelance chef in Rosette-awarded hotels across the New Forest, including The Master Builders and Rhinefield House Hotel.
At Gorselands, Paul brings his experience and passion to deliver high-quality, comforting meals that support residents’ well-being every day.

Paula started her catering career back in 1979, working for Whitbread Inns, who encouraged her to study at a catering college and get her City & Guilds qualifications.
She then successfully ran her own business for seven years, but when Paula began to get fed up with the long hours, she joined the team at Gorselands, initially as a carer, but we couldn't let those culinary skills go to waste!
Paula has now been with us for a long time and loves being part of the tight-knit Gorselands team.

In 1997, Eileen started working as a caregiver in nursing homes. Her dedication and compassion helped her to become a registered manager over the years. She moved to the New Forest but couldn't stay away from Gorselands nursing home, where she now brings joy as a social carer on the activity team.
However, her favourite moments are spent in the forest, taking her 2 chow chows out for a walk. Every step taken in the woods is a reminder of life's simple joys and the love she brings to her caring job.
Eileen's story is one of love, service, and dedication. She leaves a lasting impact on everyone she meets.

Meet Jodie, who works at Gorselands in the activities team. She previously worked in a care facility and another home, organising activities.
She enjoys being with all the residents and has continued this passion at Gorselands. Jodie also worked abroad in Cyprus as a TUI children's representative, which was a great experience.
Her talents include dancing and competing in competitions, as well as swimming. She also enjoys spending time in the sun, travelling, and being with her daughter and husband.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorselands
What types of Care is Gorselands registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Gorselands have?
There are 35 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Gorselands?
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Gorselands to the centre of Ringwood?
3.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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