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Care Provided by Winscombe Hall
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Winscombe Hall for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Winscombe Hall 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
- Cedars Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Hannah Dowe(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (35)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
Winscombe Hall Reviews (65)
Winscombe Hall has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.290) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Winscombe Hall has 65 reviews.
My wife has just completed her first month in Winscombe Hall and she has settled well and the care is good. She needs 24-hour care and there is a good understanding of her needs.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
I would also add that the communication from nursing and care staff to myself was brilliant and they were extremely supportive and encouraging to the family in our attempt to get mum back to independent living.
I would recommend Winscombe Hall for care for a loved one.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
My father-in-law moved into Winscombe Hall very recently. As a family, we have been so pleased by the support and care he has received. He is very settled and happy and it has been such a positive transition. The communication is excellent and the staff provide consistent feedback. The house and grounds are beautiful and every day my father-in-law will go out for a walk and enjoy the surroundings. The staff are caring, supportive and very professional and we feel reassured that he is receiving the very best care. A huge thank you to all the care team!
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
Mum went into Winscombe Hall Care Home for respite care in January 2023. She had a lovely room overlooking the gardens. The staff and management were very kind and caring and took time to make a detailed care plan, they did everything they could to make her stay comfortable. The nursing care she was given was exactly what was needed to enable her to return to her own home again. Very grateful to everyone at the home.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
Mum moved to Winscombe Hall in March 2021 and she was very happy there. Sadly Mum died in January 2023 but I cannot praise the staff enough for everything they did for her right until the very end. They took such good care of her and nothing was too much trouble. Mum had a really lovely room on the first floor with an en-suite and dual-aspect windows overlooking the grounds. The grounds of Winscombe Hall are extensive and beautiful. When Mum first moved there we had to visit outside in a purpose-built hub due to Covid regulations and the visits were always very well managed. Three of Mum's 5 great-grandchildren were born during her time there and it was wonderful to be able to bring them to meet her not too long after their birth. I highly recommend Winscombe Hall to anyone who needs this level of care for a family member.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
Mum had been in Winscombe since March 2021 and her care had been absolutely first-class. She was bedridden but she absolutely loved her room which she said was 'the best in the house'. There was genuine love for mum from the staff and they did everything to make sure she was comfortable. She, unfortunately, deteriorated very quickly in early January so quickly that we didn't have time to say goodbye but the staff were fabulous sitting with her as she passed. They were kindness itself and many of them came to her room to express their sorrow and say goodbye. So thank you to all the staff for making mum's final months happy and comfortable. I would not hesitate to recommend this home to anyone looking for first-class care for a relative.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
My dad commenced his stay at Winscombe Hall in October 2020, the Covid era. The staff at Winscombe made him very welcome and I have fond memories of his smiling face at that time. Visiting during 2021 was intermittent due to Covid restrictions, but my step mum continued to visit as often as allowed. The staff were always pleased to see her and she became part of the furniture, which was lovely. Latterly his health deteriorated and sadly we lost dad in November. The last month was heartbreaking but I cannot speak highly enough of all of the staff during that period. From the senior manager, deputy manager and wonderful nurses through to all of the brilliant carers he was looked after like a king. Nothing was too much trouble. So in addition to recommending Winscombe Hall for future residents, I would also like to place on record my family's heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all of the wonderful team. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
The staff are all first-class. So caring, polite, helpful and understanding of my mum's needs and requirements. First-class care is given and such a personal touch that shows it's not just a job to them, but they actually do care about the person they are looking after and can't fault them. The cleaning staff do such a great job and not a smell in the home, unlike some where as soon as you walk in you smell urine, but not here, clean from the top to bottom. So fresh and friendly to walk into every visit with full marks. Every time I visit mum she is so happy and content as they give a personal response to each individual, reassuring that you know your loved one is in safe hands. Staff accommodate your personal visit either in the lounge, your own room or in the beautiful gardens. As I have cared for my mum, I know how difficult it is to do, but now with my dad on end-of-life with cancer, we can rest assured that mum is in the best place and all her needs and requirements are in place giving you peace of mind your loved ones are ok.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
I was contacted by staff relating to concerns about my mother. All of the staff that I spoke to were very helpful and went to great pains to keep me fully updated. Although my mother had not been in the home long it was clear that they had a good understanding of her health, personality and needs. I felt as though I was fully involved in the decisions made and the strategies that would be undertaken and that my mother's welfare was their prime concern.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at our Winscombe Hall Care Centre; we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
It has been a very tough time during Covid for staff, residents and their families - especially when visits were either not allowed or very restricted and lines of communication were not always ideal during this time but seem to be improving now.
I would be happy to recommend Winscombe Hall to anyone.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
Unfortunately not the best experience. My sister was here for her final stages of life, around 10 days they were not equipped or familiar with this. Although the staff did their best, lack of communication and my sister suffered massively at the end due to only one nurse who could administer drugs for around 40 patients. I saw my sister suffer so much it was heartbreaking. The buzzer volume which alerted staff was turned off at the station so they did not hear when ringing for assistance, it was appalling! Did not think this could happen in this day and age, 8 months later I am still in shock this could happen.
My father was admitted to Winscombe Hall Care Centre after a difficult 6 months with hospital stays and community care. The manager and her team have been highly attentive to our needs, they are a credit to the industry. The manager's compassion, enthusiasm and positivity are catching and what love she has for her job, a refreshing change from previous experiences. Thank you to all the staff who go above and beyond for Dad and we can, at last, have a peaceful sleep at night. Such happy souls in a stunning environment.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre; we really appreciate your lovely comments and kind words. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
I like it here, the staff are nice and very caring. The food is good and they cater for me, I'm vegetarian. I enjoy the walks out in the country the most and the creative days. The staff are lovely and the managers have worked hard to help me.
Thank you for taking the time to review your personal experience of living in our Winscombe Hall Care Centre, we really appreciate your observations and kind words and will make sure that these are passed on to our Home Manager and her team. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to...
It is difficult to write an up to date review as I have not been inside the home since March 2020 because of covid but I feel happy that my mother is receiving a high level of both medical and personal care. Staff turnover seems to be high but my mother always says how kind and helpful all the staff are. When I was allowed to visit I was very impressed with the activities laid on for the residents, including visiting performers, crafts, gardening etc. Unfortunately, these have been curtailed because of covid restrictions. In my experience, all of the staff, including management, are extremely caring and show genuine concern and affection for the residents. I very much look forward to being able to visit the home again and mingle normally with the residents and staff.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Winscombe Hall Care Centre. Not being able to have the usual visiting arrangements for our residents was something that we did not take lightly and we understand how frustrating it was during the pandemic for our residents and their...
My wonderful late husband stayed at this beautiful home recently. The care was outstanding. I spent some time with the clinical manager and her nursing team whilst he was very poorly and the new care manager, my apologies her name escapes me. All extremely caring and knowledgable. What would have normally been a very distressing time for us all was made into a loving one by the staff. I would like to thank the clinical manager for giving me that extra time, I was such a mess, her empathy meant a lot to us all.
I only have one constructive criticism and that is the lady in the office is too quick on the phone and in person, sometimes we need more time as climbing those awful stairs at my age was a chore. Maybe the offices would be better suited where families and residents can access them.
I do talk to all my friends about the lovely experience we have had, thank you.
We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour...
My husband went into care 6 months ago. He is extremely well cared for. My daughter and I are always welcomed. Information is given each time we visit. Any problems we are contacted straight away. I have complete peace of mind with my husband's care. It is clean and the food is lovely. The staff, from cleaner to the high flyer are wonderful people and we are greeted by our names, which I find is nice.
We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
The care she received was excellent and she was reasonably content. Unfortunately, at that time, the only secure unit was that for dementia patients. Most of them more advanced than she was so she had only staff (who were very good) to mix and chat with.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of Winscombe Hall, we really appreciate your observations and kind comments. As mentioned in your review, due to Winscombe Hall under-going some refurbishments, the bedrooms available at that time were in Stable Cottage which is our secure...
My stay at Winscombe Hall has been at times of peace and happiness. Every member of staff has been so kind and helpful. It had indeed been a case of home from home. My grateful thanks to everyone. I am 96 years old and would be happy to return here for respite or??
We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
The location and building are beautiful, the staff made me feel extremely welcome (offering a drink) and were present within the Home.
His room was clean, it felt very homely, warm and welcoming.
My uncle explained the activities that happen in the Home, which he is encouraged to join with (if he feels up to it) and the food he says is excellent as he gets a choice of what he would like to eat every day.
The care he receives from the staff is brilliant and my family are so thankful that we have a local place to help care for our family when we are in need.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of Winscombe Hall, we really appreciate your comments and kind words.
We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
Refurbishment of the rooms are being completed to a high standard and the home is always clean and smells fresh.
I see the same staff which is great and they all seem happy.
I can not fault the care they provide to my grandmother. The home is constantly improving, which is great to see.
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of Winscombe Hall, we really appreciate your kind comments.
We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 15 February 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- 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.
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Meet the Team (2)

qualifications. I initially moved to domiciliary care because I wanted to work in a profession
where I could help people, which has always been a passion of mine. I have never looked
back and genuinely feel it has been my calling.
My journey at Winscombe Hall began in 2019, where I quickly proved my dedication and
work ethic. Within eight weeks, I progressed from a carer to a Floor Manager, a testament to
my commitment to providing excellent care and my ability to take on new challenges.
In 2021, I was offered the position of Deputy Manager, and I have enjoyed the challenge and
learning the more in-depth nuances of care.
At the end of 2024, when the Manager decided to move on to pastures new, I was offered
the position of Home Manager. It was my great pleasure to accept, as Winscombe Hall holds
a large space in my heart, and I have great pride in the home. I am proud to be part of the
Winscombe Hall family and share in its achievements.
As I look to the future, I am excited about the opportunities to further enhance Winscombe
Hall. I am committed to maintaining its current high standards and am eager to explore new
ways to improve and innovate, ensuring that it remains a fantastic home for all.

when I moved to Weston in 2013. I love working in the care industry; even when you are
working in an office setting and not on the floor, it can still be so rewarding. I get to meet and
speak to the residents' families, from the first visit when they are viewing the home to an
ongoing point of contact throughout their journey, building positive relationships for all who
live and work here.
My journey with the Cedars Group began at Winscombe Hall in April 2024. The first time I
visited the home to meet the manager, I was immediately struck by the grandeur of the
country manor home. This unique setting is something I deeply appreciate and it's a privilege
to work in such a distinguished beautiful environment.
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