What types of Care is The Old Prebendal House 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 The Old Prebendal House have?

There are 36 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Old Prebendal House?

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, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Old Prebendal House to the centre of Chipping Norton?

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

The Old Prebendal House care home, Station Road, Shipton-under-Wychwood, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire OX7 6BQ

Review from Lucy V (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 July 2025
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This is a lovely care home. It doesn't matter what time I turn up, I'm always made to feel very welcome. The home is very comfortable and the grounds are beautiful. The staff, without exception, are warm, friendly and caring. They all have patience in shedloads! They often need it when dealing with

my mum, she can be difficult.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for leaving your feedback even if we have to disagree, you know how much we all love your Mum and wouldn't change a thing about her!!! She's full of character for a 100 year old!

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Review from Delia B (Friend of Resident) published on 27 June 2025
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We had not been to the Prebendal before and when we arrived to visit a friend the receptionist was helpful snd friendly. She showed us to where our friend was sitting in the delightful garden and brought us coffee and cake. We liked the friendly atmosphere and the helpful staff. Our friend is well

cared for and happy to be there.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much on behalf of all of us at Old Prebendal House, we are delighted you enjoyed your visit. Please come for coffee and cake again soon and you will be made most welcome!

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Review from Peter C (Friend of Resident) published on 24 June 2025
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It's always a pleasure to visit my friend, not only for the time spent with her, but the staff make me feel the happiness in this establishment. I can sum up in just 2 words. Proper job!!

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience of Old Prebendal House, this is so helpful for others when they are considering a home for a loved one. We take pride in all that we do so it's great to have this feedback and know that our visitors feel welcome when they visit our home.

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Review from Brian S (Resident) published on 17 June 2025
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We moved into one of the cottages in the spring and cannot believe our luck. The staff, without exception are outstanding.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for your positive feedback, it means a lot to all of us to know our residents are entirely satisfied with our services. We wish you many more years of enjoying life at Prebendal Court

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Review from Adrian C (Son of Resident) published on 27 May 2025
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My Mum and Dad recently moved into The Old Prebendal House and it was clear from our first visit that it's a place of genuine warmth, compassion, and comfort. The pre-assessment process was impressively thorough, giving our family complete confidence in the transition. It was clear that every effort

was made to understand not just the medical needs of my parents, but also their personalities, preferences, and routines. What stood out most was how welcoming everyone was - not just to my parents, but to the whole family, including the great-grandchildren. We were all made to feel at home, whether stopping by for a visit or sitting down together for a delicious lunch. A special mention must go to the manager, whose professionalism, experience, and leadership shine through in every aspect of the home and set the tone for the entire team. Having visited many care homes in search of the right one, we are incredibly grateful to have found such a special place for Mum and Dad.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for your review which we truly appreciate. We hope that others in the process of looking at care services for a loved one will find this helpful and most of all reassuring.

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Review from A E (Friend of Resident) published on 17 October 2024
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Staff were pleasant and welcoming. Made us feel comfortable and safe. Food was excellent and to a great standard. Gardens were nice and welcoming. Very accommodating to our needs and issues we had.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

We are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Old Prebendal House and hope to see you again very soon.

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Review from C W (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 October 2024
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My 87-year-old mother with advanced dementia has recently moved into the Old Prebendal after a 2-month stint in a London hospital where her condition deteriorated so badly she was given 6 weeks to live. My brother and I chose to place her in the care of the wonderful team here, in our minds to ensure

a managed and peaceful death, so hopeless we felt of her condition.
This beautiful, peaceful sanctuary with its excellent team has been a lifeline quite literally for our mum and us. Mum has been transformed physically under the care and compassion of everyone involved in her care. From being completely bed-bound, unable to eat and the indignity of double incontinence she has been slowly, carefully and patiently encouraged to accept the personal care needed to maintain hygiene, health and dignity and to accept with gentle encouragement the physio needed to get her back in her feet. The fantastic food offering has her eating so well she gained half a stone in 4 weeks. Highly recommend.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

It has been our absolute pleasure to see your Mother's improvement, she is such a delight to care. As a family, your dedication to her has also played a huge part in her recovery and we love having you around. Thank you so much for your kind words, we really appreciate it. The team will be very pleased to hear your feedback.

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Review from Sarah W (Cousin of Resident) published on 5 June 2024
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We took a lot of trouble to find the best nursing home for our cousin, to spend his last few months. Sadly, as it transpired he didn't survive long enough to enjoy all that was on offer to residents. All the staff were very caring and helped him during his last days. We too, were grateful for their

sensitivity and support.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for your kind words, we are sorry that your cousin was only with us for a short time but were happy to help him in his final days. It is always heartwarming to see family supporting loved ones in their time of need. Thank you on behalf of the team at Old Prebendal.

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Review from Stewart C (Son of Resident) published on 28 March 2024
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Old Prebendal House has been a great place for my dad. They have great balance between letting him be independent with the things he can still do, while keeping him safe by recognising when he needs support. The food is excellent. Dad was only able to eat puréed food at home, but now enjoys 3 good normal

meals a day. We have even been able to arrange family gatherings at the house for Christmas and Birthday celebrations with a stroll in the surrounding grounds.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for your feedback, we really appreciate it. We have been delighted to see your father enjoy his meals now with the improvements that he has made and it's always our pleasure to welcome family and friends into our home.

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Review from Susan J (Respite Resident) published on 23 October 2023
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I had a wonderful room with a kitchen and lounge area that then led to a good-sized bedroom with an ensuite shower and bathroom area. The towels were changed every day. I had most meals in my room, but I did go down to lunch with the other residents who were all very friendly and welcoming. The staff

were are excellent, nothing was too much trouble, they helped wash me and dress me and told me to ring my bell anytime I needed them. We could have wine with our meals, lunch and tea time, white red or rose.
Great place to stay to get over a very big operation on my right shoulder. I was so much stronger after my stay there. I was able to come home and be looked after by my family.
All the staff were excellent including the handyman.
We also had bingo raffles and a sing-a-long with one of the members of staff so all in all a very pleasant experience.
A big thank you to everyone there and for making my stay such a good time.
Thanks again.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

We were so pleased to be able to support your post-op recovery and are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. Please pop in to say hello when you are passing, we would all love to see you again. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. With best wishes from all the team at Old Prebendal House.

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Review from J H (Sister of Resident) published on 4 October 2023
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My brother has been in Old Prebendal for over a year now and he is being cared for by wonderful caring staff. The facilities are amazing, he often says it’s a wonderful hotel. I visit often and share his days and all the excellent things he does every day from exercise classes to afternoon teas in the

beautiful garden, there is something for everyone who resides at Old Prebendal. I am so happy that my brother is in such good hands. Thank you everyone.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for your kind words as always. It's good to have feedback from relatives who are so involved with life at The Old Prebendal and see a true picture of a day in the life of our residents. We all feel very privileged to be entrusted with the care of our residents and to also work in such a beautiful environment. Your appreciation means a lot to us.

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Review from Anne J (Wife of Resident) published on 13 July 2023
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My husband and I recently spent sixteen days at The Old Prebendal House care home, Ascot-under-Wychwood, while my husband was recuperating from a replacement hip operation. He recovered rapidly mainly because of the professionalism, care, attention, kindness and friendliness of all the staff. The beauty

of the building and the tranquil surroundings also made it the perfect place to recover.

Reply from Val Baggott, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

We were delighted to have met you both and see you enjoy our facilities. Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it and look forward to seeing you for a social visit when you are passing.

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Review from Sally O (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 January 2023
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The Old Prebendal House has been my mother's home for over five years and it felt like a home rather than a care home. Throughout this time, she has been treated with the utmost care, love and compassion. As she became frailer, we were included in the Old Prebendal family and realised just what a special

place this is. Nothing was too much trouble and it was an absolute privilege to watch these wonderful carers in action. They were so gentle and patient and knew just what was needed without being asked. Thank you so much for caring for Mum and the family with such kindness.

Reply from Calum Adams, Business Manager at The Old Prebendal House

Hi Sally, thank you so much for the lovely review. It was our privilege to look after your mother and it truly goes without saying, the home will never be the same without her! If you ever need any support, or just a coffee, myself and the team are always here for you.

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Review from Sally B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2022
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Wonderful care for my mother, in her final weeks. She was treated with compassion and dignity and the staff are genuinely caring and attentive with qualified nursing staff on hand day and night. Nothing was too much trouble for them. When we visited, we were always welcomed with open arms and made to

feel at home. After a difficult few months and a brief disastrous experience at another nursing home, my mother finally found a home where she could relax in comfort, confident that all the care she needed was on-hand. Her room was fresh, bright and beautifully decorated and furnished with a modern clean bathroom. The home is housed in a historic and characterful Cotswold stone building in a quiet traditional Cotswold village. It has a homely rather than institutional feel and is surrounded by delightful, well-tended gardens with fountains, benches and terraces for residents to enjoy. We couldn't recommend The Old Prebendal House and its staff more highly.

Reply from Calum Adams, Business Manager at The Old Prebendal House

Hi Sally, thank you for your very kind words. It was our pleasure to be able to care for your mother and support you and your family through such a difficult time. We are pleased that you speak of our home so highly and hope you will come back to visit us in the future!

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Review from Joanna R (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 June 2022
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I am the daughter of a current resident. My family and I have been bowled over by the wonderful quality of care, both physical and emotional that has been provided by the exceptional staff at Prebendal. My Mum arrived at the Home particularly ill, infirm and in pain and everyone immediately had her

best interests at heart and did their utmost to keep her happy, clean and comfortable. Caring and nursing is a really tough job and these people join as one happy professional team to provide a peaceful, clean, safe, homely environment and the very best for their residents. They really do all care and this is demonstrated daily. Caring cannot be taught, it is from within and the consistently helpful Management have chosen their team well. The environment is truly stunning and I’m hoping that now my Mum is hopefully on the mend she will be able to enjoy the beautifully kept gardens and communal areas more often. It is always such a pleasure to visit her, we are made so welcome.

Reply from Stephen Griffin, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for your kind review. I am so pleased we have been able to support your Mum and the wider family. I will share your feedback with the team who will be thrilled to read your comments.

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Review from Helen T (Next of Kin) published on 1 June 2022
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I would like to write this review after being welcomed into this care home for 2 days of training with staff and the Director of Care. I was given breakfast and lunch and as a travelling trainer, I visit a large amount of care homes up and down the country. I have never in all my years of experience

been to such a clean and welcoming establishment. Every single member of staff, regardless of their job role, is totally committed to giving 110% of their knowledge, emotions and skill to each and every resident and visitor alike. The building itself is kept to what I can only describe as a 5-star standard, impeccable. The catering and hospitality staff are so skilled in their roles. Honestly, the food was like eating in a restaurant. I would have paid good money to eat the food in any hotel or eatery it was absolutely beautiful. I think the highest compliment I can give is that I would happily and very confidently recommend my own mother lives in this home, when the time comes.

Reply from Stephen Griffin, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for your feedback. It was a real pleasure to host you and thank you for delivering such excellent training to the team. We look forward to inviting you back.

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Review from Charlie H (Son of Resident) published on 30 May 2022
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The Old Prebendal is the second care home my father has lived in. He is a Type 1 diabetic, in his 80's and suffering from dementia. The previous home was unable to manage his diabetic needs and he had to leave after being admitted to hospital, as a result. His medical needs are very very complex and

the Old Prebendal have and are managing them exceptionally well. Further to this, they provide such a stimulating and wonderful environment which gives me so much comfort and reassurance as to his wellbeing, both physical and emotional. I can say he is genuinely happy to be there. The activities are always so varied and plentiful and if it is not a drinks reception outside, BBQ or hosting part a regional Art Week, there will be something else fun and original. They clearly have a genuine respect for their residents and are always welcoming and professional when myself and my young family visit. I can not think of a better place for my father to be!

Reply from Stephen Griffin, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for this lovely feedback. I will share this with the team who will be thrilled.

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Review from D P (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 February 2022
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This refurbished, beautiful old converted Monastery set in stunning grounds is an
exceptionally atmospheric Care Home and my Mother regards it as “her home” and is extremely happy to be living there. The dedicated staff are always polite, courteous and work hard to maintain high standards of personalised

care. There is a comprehensive communication policy set in place to ensure a dialogue between the caregivers and relatives. This builds confidence and trust in the knowledge that any issues that arise are acknowledged and hopefully acted upon. Such is my satisfaction, I would not want my Mother to be anywhere else.

Reply from Stephen Griffin, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. It really is a pleasure looking after your Mother. I will share your comments with the team.

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Review from M C (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 February 2022
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First impressions of the location and building are overwhelming. Every care home should be like this. It's like a home from home - clean, no smells, calm and tranquil. You have peace of mind knowing your loved one is well looked after in every way possible. Nothing is ever too much trouble to accommodate

each individual's needs. Would I stay here? Yes.

Reply from Stephen Griffin, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you for your kind feedback. I will share this with the team.

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Review from I L (Niece of Resident) published on 6 December 2021
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My relative spent his last few years at Prebendal House. Covid was obviously the worst time to have someone in care but facilitated regular calls made the whole thing more bearable. The dedication of the staff was beyond excellent. Sadly, no one from the family was there when my uncle passed. The knowledge

that he wasn't alone and was with people he knew and who stayed with him during that moment, really offers a huge comfort to us. What was really great is that initially, he was living in a spacious independent flat on the premises and was able to move into full-time care as his condition worsened. This transition was simple and not a shock to him. I really feel this helped his quality of life in his last few months. Prebendal is such a beautiful, restful place. It is idyllic in many ways, not just in the setting but their staff really go above and beyond.

Reply from Stephen Griffin, Director of Care at The Old Prebendal House

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. I will share this with the team who will certainly appreciate your kind words.

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