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Allington Court Care Home

Lye Lane, Bricket Wood, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL2 3TN
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Allington Court Care Home epitomises all that's good and proper in care homesK C(Husband of Resident/Service User)
Allington Court Care Home, St Albans
I was so impressed with how comfortable clean and peaceful she wasTina B(Friend of Resident/Service User)
Allington Court Care Home, St Albans
Allington Court has looked after Mum extremely well.Sarah S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Allington Court Care Home, St Albans

Allington Court is a purpose-built dementia care home. The home is dedicated to caring for adults living with dementia, from early onset to more complex end-of-life needs, including nursing, residential, Parkinson's and short-stay care. Advanced bookings available for short-stay care.

Everything is on one floor, and the building has a circular design. This gives every room garden access, making it easier for residents to find their own way round. The...  

Care Provided by Allington Court Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • 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 44 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareN/AFrom £1,555
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,415From £1,500
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,650From £1,815

Pricing is subject to an assessment of care needs and the room chosen. There’s no need for your loved one to have Bupa health insurance, our Care Home is open to everyone. Please contact us for more information.

Contact Allington Court Care Home 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

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Vijo Martin (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 40+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (44)

Visiting

  • The home is open to admissions. The home is open to everyone no need for your loved one to have Bupa health insurance. We’re just off North Orbital Road on the way to the M25 and there’s lots of on-site parking. Lye Lane is the first left after the roundabout with the Shell garage and Mercure St Albans Noke Hotel on it. There’s also a local bus stop a 10-minute walk away.

Parking

  • On-site parking available.

Allington Court Care Home Reviews (114)

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9.7

Allington Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.659) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Allington Court Care Home has 114 reviews.

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Review from Irene L (Friend of Resident) published on 30 October 2017 Submitted via Website
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The home has a friendly and happy atmosphere. I have noticed that nothing is too much for the staff when looking after the residents and their family. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the home.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer services administrator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear about your positive experience and appreciate your comments of our home and will share your comments with the home’s manager.

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Review from Susan W (Wife of Resident) published on 23 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very caring, kind and easy to talk to staff. I found it very hard at the beginning, but there was always someone to talk to and a shoulder to lean on. My husband is always treated with dignity.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer Services Administrator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. I know that it can be very difficult when a loved one first goes into care, but I hope that any fears that you had have now been put to rest and that you have peace of mind knowing that your husband is well cared for.

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Review from A P (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are all very kind to both my mother and me. They encourage everyone to do what they are capable of. Today one resident is knitting, one is doing a jigsaw. Others are reading the newspaper together whilst others sleep. It is a very caring home.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer Services Administrator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. It is lovely to hear how kind our staff our and that the residents are taking part in doing different things.

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Review from David G (Son of Resident) published on 19 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father came to Allington Court after a period in hospital left him unable to return to his previous care home. He settled in extremely well and quickly, and seems comfortable and content. The staff are caring and attentive to his needs, which is vital as his ability to do things for himself diminishes. My sisters and I are delighted to have found such a good home for our father.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer Services Administrator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. I'm so glad to hear that your farther has settled in well and that he is happy and content.

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Review from Jackie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has been a resident in the home for over 8 years and has always been treated with respect and gentleness. I believe that nowhere else would give me reassurance that my mother is getting the best care available and I know that she is safe.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer Services Administrator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. It is lovely to hear that you have peace of mind knowing that your mother is safe and well cared for.

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Review from Ronald M (Resident / Service User) published on 26 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would recommend this home to family and friends. I'm very happy.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer Services Administrator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. So glad that you are happy and that you would recommend the home to others.

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Review from A T (Resident / Service User) published on 22 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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I'm comfortable, I have everything I want.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer services administrator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your response. Glad to hear that you are settled and have everything that you need.

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Review from M G (Resident / Service User) published on 19 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very happy with being at this home.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer Services Administrator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. I'm so glad to hear that you are very happy at Allington Court.

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Review from S W (Resident / Service User) published on 19 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Happy with my review. Happy living here.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer services administator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. So glad to hear that you are happy living at Allington Court.

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Review from Susan D (Husband of Resident) published on 1 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband has early onset Alzheimers. He is very difficult at times. He has been at the home for almost 2 years. In all that time I have found all the staff to be kind, considerate and empathetic. He is well cared for. The home is clean, bright and modern. Food is home cooked. The nursing staff keep me informed by phone of any incidents ie. A fall. The GP visits every week. They have a programme of activities and entertainers but my husband is unable to join in.

Reply from Simone Berkeley, Customer Service Advisor at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review, we appreciate your feedback. We are pleased to hear about your positive experience and appreciate your comments about our home and will share your comments with the home’s manager.

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Review from LS (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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Mum was admitted to Allington Court as a patient on end of life care with Alzheimer's. Obviously, this was an incredibly stressful time but we were more than happy with the help and care offered by the staff at Allington. They were always kind and compassionate and I would not hesitate in recommending this lovely, clean tidy home.

Reply from Jayne Duck, Customer servicies administrator at Allington Court Care Home

So Sorry to hear of your loss please accept our condolences. Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear about your positive experience and appreciate your comments of our home and will share your comments with the home’s manager. The Bupa Customer Care Team

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Review from Joan M (Resident / Service User) published on 14 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would recommend this home to family and friends. I like my room and the food, the activities and music is good and my room is very clean.

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Review from Jennifer S (Wife of Resident) published on 14 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very caring patient always available for visiting. Room always clean and available to be seen. Curtains and bed covers always changed frequently. When his wheelchair was damaged it was replaced. Patient escorted to the hospital when the catheter needed replacing. Clothes kept in good cleanliness and order. Welcomed when we visited and almost invariably offered tea. Public rooms well kept and any spills dealt with rapidly. Rooms dressed suitably for the seasons. Decorated according to seasons and festivals. Patients with difficulties dealt with care.

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Review from Douglas H (Resident / Service User) published on 11 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Yes no problem recommending this home for friends, staff are caring and helpful.

Reply from Rose Pickering, Customer Service Administrator at Allington Court Care Home

Thank you for your review, we appreciate your feedback. We are pleased to hear about your positive experience of our home and will share your comments with the home's manager. The Bupa Customer Care Team.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 19 January 2024
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Requires improvement
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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Bed Vacancies

1 Bed Vacancy

Posted: 11 July 2026

Spacious rooms available for dementia care – long and short stay care available. All rooms are tastefully decorated, some overlooking the home’s attractive gardens. Residents can bring items from home such as ornaments, photos and small items of furniture to make more homely.

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