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Camelot House and Lodge

Taunton Road, Chelston, Wellington, Somerset TA21 9HY
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Staff are always very caring and polite and nothing is too much trouble.Jenny W(Wife of Resident/Service User)
Camelot House and Lodge, Wellington
I find the staff very caring, not just to my mum but us as wellLindra K(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Camelot House and Lodge, Wellington
I feel my mum is in the best place for all her needs and know she is being well looked after.Donna C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Camelot House and Lodge, Wellington

Camelot House has been extensively refurbished, making the most of modern care capabilities within a spacious and comfortable environment. The interior is also ideal for residents diagnosed with a form of dementia, including colour-coded wings and clear signage that suits the daily lives of those with memory loss.

A Willow Wing lounge overlooks colourful gardens.

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Care Provided by Camelot House and Lodge

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 90 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Palliative / End of Life Care

Accreditations

  • Gold Standards Framework (GSF)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,550£1,550
Residential Dementia Care£1,550£1,450
Nursing Care£1,550£1,550
Nursing Dementia Care£1,550£1,550

Contact Camelot House and Lodge to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Hairdressing, Podiatry, newspapers, toiletries, trips out and external entertainment is not included in the price.

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 choose 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.

Tours

Onsite Tours of Camelot House and LodgeUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun(between 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM)We are always happy to show prospective residents and families around the home. Please contact us to arrange an viewing appointment and we will be pleased to meet you.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Zillah Oakes (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (90)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)

Camelot House and Lodge Reviews (87)

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9.7

Camelot House and Lodge has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.708) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Camelot House and Lodge has 87 reviews.

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Review from Julie C (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 April 2019 Date of experience: October 2018•Submitted via Website•
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Review from Melanie C (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 April 2019 Date of experience: December 2018•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Mike C (Stepson of Resident) published on 8 April 2019 Date of experience: February 2019•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Stephen W (Son of Resident) published on 30 October 2018 Date of experience: October 2018•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Linda W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 30 October 2018 Date of experience: October 2018•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Timothy B (Son of Resident) published on 20 July 2018 Date of experience: June 2018•Submitted via Website•
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Review from Nicola W (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 January 2018 Date of experience: December 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Geoffrey S (Husband of Resident) published on 31 October 2017 Date of experience: October 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from A S (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 September 2017 Date of experience: September 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from D W (Wife of Resident) published on 18 September 2017 Date of experience: September 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Maggie C (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 30 June 2017 Date of experience: June 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Mark C (Relative of Resident) published on 30 June 2017 Date of experience: June 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Doreen P (Widow / Widower) published on 3 May 2017 Date of experience: April 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from C F (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2017 Date of experience: February 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Mrs M (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 March 2017 Date of experience: March 2017•Submitted via Website•
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Review from Kym S (Son of Resident) published on 16 March 2017 Date of experience: February 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from P R (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 March 2017 Date of experience: January 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from Lisa P (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 March 2017 Date of experience: March 2017•Submitted via Website•
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Review from Sylvia C (Wife of Resident) published on 13 December 2016 Date of experience: December 2016•Submitted via Website•
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Review from Ralph E (Nephew of Resident) published on 21 November 2016 Date of experience: November 2016•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 19 February 2020
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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News (25) & Events (0)

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  • 08 Oct 2026

    Residents at Camelot House and Lodge enjoyed a rare encounter with some of nature’s most majestic creatures during a visit by Devon-based Owls R Us. They got to meet a...

  • 30 Sep 2026

    Last week, Camelot House and Lodge hosted a charity coffee morning, raising £250 for Macmillan Cancer Support. Staff baked an impressive array of cakes for the event, which was hosted...

  • 28 Aug 2026

    Staff and residents at Camelot House and Lodge have had a special celebration to acknowledge the dedication of the people who work there. Long-service awards were presented to 10 colleagues...

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Awards / Recognitions (4)

Accreditations

Gold Standards Framework (GSF)

Meet the Team (6)

Zillah Oakes
Zillah OakesJob Title Registered ManagerJoined 2023
Debra Jacobs
Debra JacobsJob Title Deputy ManagerJoined 2023

A dedicated nurse with a passion for dementia care.

Samantha Paddon
Samantha PaddonJob Title Head of CareJoined 2014
Ann Vaughan
Ann VaughanJob Title AdministratorJoined 2011

I joined Camelot Care in 2011 and oversaw all administration for the group and in particular Camelot House & Lodge. I have 20 years of experience as an administrator and hold an NCFE Level 3 in business administration.

Alison Southcott
Alison SouthcottJob Title Clinical LeadJoined 2012
Bincy John
Bincy JohnJob Title Clinical LeadJoined 2011

Bincy joined Camelot House and Lodge in 2011 as a senior carer. Her hard work and dedication have seen her rise through the ranks to her current position of clinical lead.

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