Search...

Avon Reach

Farm Lane, Mudeford, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 4AH
Avon Reach Logo
Jobs
Avon Reach logo
all the staff at Avon Reach were attentive, professional and compassionate.Paul C(Son of Resident/Service User)
Avon Reach, Christchurch
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

Rated Outstanding by the CQC (October 2026), 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... 

Loading travel time

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 £1,432From £1,432

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 (126)

Submit a Review
9.9

Avon Reach has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.909) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Avon Reach has 126 reviews.

Submit Review
Filter Reviews
Overall Experience
Date Published
Reviewer Connection to Avon Reach
Loading...
Showing 126 reviews matching selected criteria
Review from G K (Son of Resident) published on 9 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Jill K (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from G D (Resident / Service User) published on 30 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from John E (Respite Resident) published on 9 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Lillian H (Resident / Service User) published on 1 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Thomas G (Respite Resident) published on 18 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from P E (Son of Resident) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Kirstie P (Niece of Resident) published on 25 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Audrey C (Niece of Resident) published on 11 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Ann S (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from K B (Respite Resident) published on 26 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Tony P (Husband of Resident) published on 18 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from H D (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from P B (Respite Resident) published on 2 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Christine P (Respite Resident) published on 18 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Charlotte H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Julia H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 June 2022 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
Review from C H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience
Review from Nancy M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 2 March 2022 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
Review from D C (Resident / Service User) published on 5 January 2022 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
Overall Experience

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 04 August 2026
Overall
Outstanding
  • CaringOutstanding
  • EffectiveOutstanding
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledOutstanding
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

Please contact us for latest vacancies.

News (3) & Events (0)

News
  • 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...

Upcoming Events

There are no upcoming events for Avon Reach.

Awards / Recognitions (11)

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

Accreditations

There are no accreditations posted yet for Avon Reach.

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.

Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of carehome.co.uk. Please contact Avon Reach to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Avon Reach has an Enhanced Service -what an Enhanced Service includes.