Woodhayes

36/40 St Leonard's Road, Exeter EX2 4LR
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Woodhayes is located in a conservation area in Exeter, in the delightful St Leonard's district.

This nursing home offers total care for 24 residents and comprises two large Victorian listed houses which have been sympathetically renovated and converted into a nursing and residential home.

The aim at Woodhayes is for residents to live independent, happy and fulfilling lives.
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Care Provided by Woodhayes

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 27 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex 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
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1286 – £2137
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1286 – £2137
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1400 – £2137
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1286 – £2137
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1286 – £2137
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1286 – £2137
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1400 – £2137
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1286 – £2137

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Woodhayes to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Woodhayes to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Woodhayes to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Person in Charge

  • Gill Price (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (27)

Parking

  • Car park available.

Woodhayes Reviews (48)

9.7

Woodhayes has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.673) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodhayes has 48 reviews.

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Review from Teresa T (Next of Kin) published on 15 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
So many thanks for the kindness and care all the staff have recently provided, it has been a very difficult time and we have been treated with amazing respect and sympathy. I cannot conceive of my brothers care. Thank you so much.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Good afternoon TT. Thank you so much for taking the time to post this lovely 5 / 5 star review of your experience with our Care and Nursing Team at our Woodhayes Care and Nursing Home in Exeter. It's…read more
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Review from Tracey D (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad lived at Woodhayes for almost two years before his death earlier this year, before an incident that necessitated nursing care. Dad has been independent so it was difficult for him to accept the change in circumstances from the beginning and throughout his stay. Dad was happy there he enjoyed the
company, activities, garden and food. The staff kept me informed of all changes in dads care and were always available by phone as I lived 80 miles away. This was much appreciated. I felt confident Dad received excellent care. I would highly recommend Woodhayes Care Home.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Firstly, please may I offer my condolences for the sad loss of your Dad earlier this year. It is really nice to read that your Dad was happy during his almost 2 years at Woodhayes and enjoyed the…read more
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Review from Jason F (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 19 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Popped in to see my mother-in-law today. Greeted by staff at the door, a usual smile and warm welcome. 8 residents in the dining/lounge area, bright and cheerful conversation going on. All had enjoyed their lunch today and were looking forward to their fitness sessions.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Thank you for taking the time to leave this really lovely review following your recent visit to our Woodhayes Care and Nursing Home in Exeter. It's really lovely to read that you were greeted with a…read more
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Review from K Q (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our dear Mum was nursed by the team at Woodhayes, where she lived until she passed away after suffering from leukaemia. She loved the beautiful gardens, very caring and well-trained staff, and the never-ending teapot. My sister and I could speak about every member of staff for their kindness, which
was given to mum and to us want to thank them all and we fully recommend Woodhayes to everybody! Thank you!
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
I am really sorry to learn of the passing of your dear Mum, our best wishes are with you and your family at this difficult time. Thank you for sparing the time to write and leave this really lovely…read more
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Review from Alan W (Son of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Home seems well organised and clean. Mother taken care of well. But staff shortages can cause problems.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive review of your experience with our Care and Nursing Team at our Woodhayes Care and Nursing Home in Exeter, Devon. It's lovely to read that you find…read more
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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was not happy to be going in a nursing home after hospital.
She says the staff are lovely, they are very helpful to residents and family. She loves the food and eating very well.
There is always a staff member to talk to and they are helpful to the family as well as my mother.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Thank you for taking the time to leave this really positive review of your experience, and more importantly that of your mum, with our Care and Nursing Team at our Woodhayes Care and Nursing Home in…read more
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Review from C H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of the staff at Woodhayes are very kind and caring. They are always aware of my mother's needs and how best to support and assist her and us, her family. Mum's room is comfortably warm and light with a lovely view overlooking the garden. We are all very happy with the home.
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Review from Hilary P (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Woodhayes have been brilliant during the past 13 months my mum has been a resident. However their care during the last week when Mum was at the end of her life has been exceptional. Their support for myself and my siblings has been invaluable and we as a family shall be forever grateful.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Hello Hilary P. Firstly, please allow me to convey my sympathies for your recent loss. Secondly, to thank you so much for the kind words contained in your review of our Care and Nursing Team at our…read more
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Review from R F (Son of Resident) published on 2 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I don't care too much about the fabric of the building of a care home, but much more about the care given, the quality of the staff and the resources available to assist in that care. Woodhayes is excellent for these more important aspects.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Good afternoon RF. I have to say, I get where you are coming from. The real quality of a care home is with the team of people working in it. That being said we do, of course, spend a lot of time (and…read more
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Review from S H (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our dad was a bit reluctant to move to a care home but his health had deteriorated. This meant that he wasn’t the easiest person for the carers to deal with. This was difficult to begin with but once they got used to each other and they realised what he didn’t like it did become easier. The carers are
patient and kind, and the nursing staff were brilliant. When Dad was very poorly two staff members in particular were very caring to Dad and us.
The building is a bit tired but Dad had a nice large room with a lovely view.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Thank you for this very kind and insightful feedback relating to your experience, and importantly your Dad's experience, at our Nursing Home at Woodhayes in Exeter. Thank you for highlighting the…read more
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Review from E M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has recently moved to Woodhayes after previously being at another home for 14 years. She is 86 and it was an anxious time for her and the family.
It need not have been! The staff and managers at Woodhayes are lovely. Extremly friendly, kind, and welcoming and always seems happy. It's obvious
from every person working there that they are in a happy relaxed environment, where all work very hard! Mum from day one has settled in amazingly. Thank you.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Good afternoon. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this positive review of your experience with our Care and Nursing Team at our Care and Nursing Home, Woodhayes, in Exeter. Yes, any move…read more
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Review from Diane B (Niece of Resident) published on 15 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt was at Woodhayes for approximately six weeks receiving end of life care. I was very happy with the care she received. All the staff were excellent. I didn’t live locally and was visiting once a week and there was always a manager and a nurse I could speak to about my aunt. Her room was lovely
and homely and I felt that the staff took the time to get to know her. I was always alerted to changes in her health. The personal care was very good. My aunt liked the food and her room and got on with the staff. She always had good things to say about the staff when I visited. I felt my aunt was content at Woodhayes. I felt she spent her last weeks safe and cared for. I couldn’t be more happy with the care she received at a difficult time and I was very thankful that she spent her last weeks in such a caring environment.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Good afternoon Diane B. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this really detailed and lovely feedback in relation to our Care & Nursing Team at Woodhayes, our Care and Nursing Home in…read more
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Review from Graham B (Son of Resident) published on 3 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has been a resident of Woodhayes since June. He was discharged from the hospital and wasn't expected to live long. It is now October and it's a testament to the excellent care he has received here. He tells us he is really looked after here. We find all the staff lovely and both caring of
my father and supportive of us.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Good morning.Thank you so much for this really kind and positive review of your experience with our Care Team and Nursing Team at our Woodhayes Nursing Home in Exeter. It's really lovely to read how…read more
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Review from M W (Husband of Resident) published on 31 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife's stay was all too brief at Woodhayes but the end-of-life care she received helped my family and myself to feel less stressed at the very sad time. The staff and management created an outstanding atmosphere of friendliness and attentiveness.


Eighty years ago I was born in Woodhayes Maternity

Home as it was then, so the personal contact is very special.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Good afternoon. Thank you so much for your very kind words and praise for our Care and Nursing Team at Woodhayes. It's lovely to read that the care that your wife received helped both her and her…read more
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Review from J D (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My darling mum was treated with care, respect and compassion during her stay at Woodhayes and all the staff were so kind and caring at all times and especially through the last days of our beloved mum's life.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Thank you so much for leaving this really kind review following your mum's stay at Woodhayes. I know the manager and her team will be really pleased to read your kind words. We are, of course, all…read more
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Review from Sue P (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so grateful for the care you provided for my mother during the six months she stayed at Woodhayes. The staff were all welcoming and professional and treated Mum with kindness and respect.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Hello. Thank you so much for leaving this really kind review following your Mum's six month stay at Woodhayes. We are all really pleased that your mum was treated with kindness and respect and that…read more
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Review from J P (Niece of Resident) published on 20 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
On 12 April 2023, my aunt sadly passed away at Woodhayes Nursing Home. My mother and I spent the day by her side. The staff were very caring, discreet and comforting. We were able to come and go. I liaised with the manager, the nurse and the GP who visited on the day. The staff looked after us and made
several cups of tea, which my mum really appreciated. I am very grateful to the staff for being kind, caring and compassionate toward us.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Good morning. Thank you for taking the time to leave this really positive review of your experience with our care and nursing team and our care and nursing home at Woodhayes in Exeter. I am, of…read more
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Review from Lisa S (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I will be forever grateful to the wonderful staff at Woodhayes for the care they gave to my mum in the last months of her life. She had some complex needs but they managed to raise a smile from her everyday. She was treated with kindness and dignity throughout her time there. My only regret is that
we didn't move her to this excellent home sooner.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Hello Lisa. Thank you so much for this lovely and positive 5/5 Star review of your experience, and that of your Mum, whilst she was living at our Woodhayes Nursing Home in Exeter. Thank you for…read more
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Review from Janet L (Niece of Resident) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum and I visit her sister who has dementia regularly. We come from Dorset. the home is very clean and tidy. the staff are welcoming and friendly, always recognise that mum is her sister. My aunt's room is immaculate and has been made her own, with lots of familiar items around her and family photos.
I am a retired general nurse and it is heartening to witness the high standard of care she receives. Well done to all at Woodhayes. Thank you.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Good afternoon Janet, thank you so much for taking the time to leave this 5 / 5 star detailed review of your experience with our care team and nursing home at Woodhayes in Exeter. It's really nice to…read more
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Review from S M (Resident) published on 1 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been here for fifteen months, and during this time I have experienced very good care, comfort and respect.
A bonus was having a friendly staff able to have a joke and a laugh.
Reply from Nathan Stone, Director. at Woodhayes
Good morning SM. Thank you for leaving this review of your experience living at our Woodhayes Nursing Home in Exeter. It's always really nice when we see reviews posted by our residents as, after…read more
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.673)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.673) out of 10 for Woodhayes is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.673 for Woodhayes is calculated as follows: ( (110 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 150 Ratings = 4.673
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Woodhayes is based on 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 27 registered maximum number of service users is 5.4, which has been reached with 13 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (1)

Gill

Gill Price

Job Title: Acting Home Manager Joined: 2016

I am a registered nurse with many years’ experience working in nursing homes. I became Deputy Manager at Brendoncare Woodhayes in September 2016 and then took on the role of Acting Home Manager in June 2018.


I really enjoy the family environment we have at Brendoncare Woodhayes, with the residents, relatives and the Woodhayes team of staff and volunteers.


In my spare time I enjoy reading, cross stitch and jigsaws.

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodhayes

What types of Care is Woodhayes registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Woodhayes have?

There are 27 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Woodhayes?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public 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 Woodhayes to the centre of Exeter?

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

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