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Avon Reach

Farm Lane, Mudeford, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 4AH
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all the staff at Avon Reach were attentive, professional and compassionate.Paul C(Son of Resident/Service User)
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The care Dad received was second to none. Nothing was too much trouble for all the staff.Lesley C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Avon Reach, Christchurch
Avon Reach, Christchurch

Avon Reach offers residential and nursing care in a welcoming environment shaped by more than 30 years of connection with the Mudeford community. The home combines experienced support with a calm, familiar atmosphere where residents can continue living life in ways that feel comfortable and personal.

Shared lounges, quiet corners, and light-filled spaces provide opportunities for both conversation and relaxation, while gardens and terraces offer peaceful places to enjoy the outdoors...  

Care Provided by Avon Reach

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • 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

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,432N/A

Contact Avon Reach 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)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Ruth Wildman(Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2011

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)

Visiting

  • There are no specific visiting hours at Avon Reach; all that is asked is you let the home know you are in the building by signing in on the iPad in Reception. If you are visiting outside of Reception hours, ring the bell and a member of the team will assist you.

Parking

  • Avon Reach Parking is available on site at Avon Reach, and all visitor parking is clearly marked. When coming to view the home, please get in touch and a space can be reserved.

Avon Reach Reviews (122)

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9.9

Avon Reach has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.889) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Avon Reach has 122 reviews.

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Review from Lillian H (Resident / Service User) published on 1 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent care and activities.

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Review from Thomas G (Respite Resident) published on 18 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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This home cares for all your needs. The food is varied and plentiful. The rooms are kept clean and airy. Well furnished. Nothing is too difficult for the staff.

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Review from P E (Son of Resident) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Fantastically professional and very friendly staff across all areas of care. My father has settled in very quickly as a result and that is a credit to everyone here.

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Review from Kirstie P (Niece of Resident) published on 25 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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What was an extremely difficult and emotional time became so much easier with the help of the manager and staff at Avon Reach. The care compassion and understanding they gave my Aunt during a challenging time was exceptional. They were equally as understanding and empathetic with me. This is a truly amazing care home with the best manager and staff. You gave us our aunt back and we will be eternally grateful.

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Review from Audrey C (Niece of Resident) published on 11 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My aunt was 101 years old, she required end-of-life nursing care. I know from previous experience that Avon Reach would provide it in the way that she and I would wish it. My aunt died yesterday, having received care as a resident for almost 8 months. During that time she received nothing but loving kindness and understanding. She was not an easy patient, having been a matron herself, but the nurses, the carers, the activities organisers, the kitchen staff, the cleaners, the laundry persons, the admin staff, all were superb.

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Review from Ann S (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Just a really big thank you for all that you have all done to make Mom's experience a really great one. She has been happy throughout and loves everything and everyone. You have all definitely been lifesavers in more ways than one. Your kindness, caring and love shown not for just Mom but our whole family, thank you. We will definitely let her have her "holiday" from home here again.

Stay as kind and caring as you all are. God bless and may you go from strength to strength. Your caring and kindness are excellent.

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Review from K B (Respite Resident) published on 26 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I came to Avon Reach after a month in hospital for respite care to get my 98-year-old body fit again. Whilst spending seven weeks here, I was met with nothing but kindness right across the board. As I slowly got fitter, I enjoyed the many activities provided and even began to learn Spanish. I was treated like a king. Thank you, everyone.

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Review from Tony P (Husband of Resident) published on 18 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Absolutely brilliant.

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Review from H D (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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We cannot thank Avon Reach enough for pulling out all the stops to honour our father's wishes of dying in a homely room with a beautiful view of a garden rather than a hospital bed. Even though he ended up only spending 36 hours there, the compassion and dedication that every single staff member we encountered demonstrated was absolutely second to none and they looked after us with as much care as they did our father. We got an enormous amount of comfort having him at Avon Reach as did he and even though they knew it would not be a long-term stay, they went above and beyond anyway. Money was not the driver for them, caring for a dying man was.

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Review from P B (Respite Resident) published on 2 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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In two weeks of respite care I have been so impressed by Avon Reach as a home that cares. It offers all help, kindness and thoughtful gestures (such as a bookmark in the bedrooms)

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Review from Christine P (Respite Resident) published on 18 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have had a wonderful stay at Avon Reach Care Home, the rooms are great and everyone treats you with great care and respect. I have been impressed by the way all the staff treat awkward requests from residents, sometimes going to great lengths to help, reassure and satisfy. I would happily stay here myself and would have no worries about placing an elderly relative in care here.

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Review from Charlotte H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Avon Reach Care Home has been fantastic to Mum. I am so pleased with the care she has received. Outstanding in all areas.

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Review from Julia H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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This care home is excellent. The residents are well cared for and happy to chat whenever I visit my gran. The home is clean and doesn't have that usual (old people's home smell) that you usually experience. My nan is really happy and enjoys the activities that are on offer to her. The food is first class. On the whole, I would say this is a well-run, well-managed home and is worth considering for an elderly relative.

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Review from C H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am so impressed with the outstanding care that my grandma has received at Avon Reach. The staff are simply wonderful and it's so reassuring to me and my family that grandma is safe and in the best place. I honestly can't recommend enough.

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Review from Nancy M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 2 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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I went to visit Nanny and the staff were so welcoming and friendly, she looks so well and loves it at Avon Reach and has made lots of new friends, we can't thank the staff enough for the care they give her since she could not be at home.

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Review from D C (Resident / Service User) published on 5 January 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff look after me so well.

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Review from Anne H (Resident / Service User) published on 22 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am enjoying my stay here. In fact, I was only booked in for a month but am staying longer as I am finding the staff so friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much for them. The room is lovely and sunny. The food is great, very enjoyable.

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Review from A M (Resident / Service User) published on 18 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have never been in a home before. I am very much wishing if I can come tomorrow and stay.

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Review from Edna B (Resident / Service User) published on 13 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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So much care and kindness. I'm so very happy here and everybody who's here does so much for us all.

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Review from J D (Resident / Service User) published on 2 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been in this care home for nearly 3 and a half years. With no close relatives, I made the decision to move entirely myself and I have not regretted it, as the section below indicates. As I have been under 5 managers in this time as there have been so many changes, it is difficult to make reliable assessments except to say they have all been very nice and approachable people.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 29 January 2019
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.View Latest Report

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News (5) & Events (0)

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  • 09 Jul 2026

    More than 35 managers in various roles have participated in Colten Care’s third-level ‘Excel’ Leadership & Management Course in the past 18 months to two years. They include the group’s...

  • 18 Feb 2025

    A Strictly-style ballroom dance competition supported Colten Care has raised more than £80,000 for a Dorset-based palliative care charity. Forest Holme Hospice’s Strictly Extravaganza, which had headline sponsorship from Colten...

  • 18 Feb 2025

    Colten Care has trained 32 team members as Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) to help colleagues maintain and improve their work-life balance. Colten Care has prioritised the training as part...

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Awards / Recognitions (11)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
  • 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Colten Care Ltd

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Meet the Team (2)

Ruth Wildman
Ruth WildmanJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2023

Ruth leads the team at Avon Reach and is responsible for every aspect of life in the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and service are delivered. Her door is always open if you have any questions or queries.

Amy McCormick
Amy McCormickJob Title:Clinical Lead

Amy is responsible for leading the team of registered nurses and carers to meet the individual needs of the resident, through the delivery of consistently high levels of clinical care.

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