
I have nothing but praise for the staff at Ashley Grange Nursing Home.Sheila L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I could not have hoped for a better level of care for my fatherPhil P(Son of Resident/Service User)

It was so reassuring to us as a family, that Dad was in the hands of such a kind and capable teamJill J(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I have nothing but praise for the staff at Ashley Grange Nursing Home.Sheila L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I could not have hoped for a better level of care for my fatherPhil P(Son of Resident/Service User)

It was so reassuring to us as a family, that Dad was in the hands of such a kind and capable teamJill J(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Ashley Grange is a delightful character residential and nursing home, nestled in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside and on the stunning New Forest border. Located just outside of the beautiful village of Downton, Ashley Grange has a cosy, homely atmosphere that provides a safe, happy and comfortable environment for those who call it home.
The home features 50 spacious bedrooms, most are en suite and many rooms enjoy stunning views of the...
Care Provided by Ashley Grange Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- 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 55 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- 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
Special offer - for limited time only. Receive up to £250 off per week for your first 12 weeks when you move in as a permanent resident. T&C's apply. Subject to Availability.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Ashley Grange Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Ashley Grange Nursing Home 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
- Hartford Care Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Natalie Davies (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (45)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome 24 hours a day. Overnight stays for visitors can be arranged subject to availability
Parking
- Plenty of on-site parking is available.
Ashley Grange Nursing Home Reviews (42)
Ashley Grange Nursing Home has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.947) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ashley Grange Nursing Home has 42 reviews.
Although this review is confined to the last 12 months my comments relate to the care my wife has enjoyed for the last six years. During this time the quality of care in all departments, and the dedication shown by all staff have been consistently first class. My only reservation is that the infrastructure of the site is getting 'tired' and some refurbishing is needed (in particular the car parking area, including the abandoned building site at the Western area of the site.)
Thank you very much for your very positive feedback about the care your wife is enjoying from us here at Ashley Grange. We are delighted you are happy about the high standards of care she is receiving from our dedicated professional team. You may be aware that Ashley Grange was acquired in November...
My friend made such a good recovery while she stayed at Ashley Grange. She was happy and well cared for and this contributed to her full recovery. The staff are so kind and considerate, thoughtful and polite. My friend loved the delicious food.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 October 2025Good
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (14)
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Hartford Care Group Ltd
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Hartford Care Group Ltd
- 30 Jun 2021Recipient: Hartford Care Group Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Ashley Grange Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (2)

I am proud to return to Ashley Grange as Home Manager, having previously worked here as Deputy Manager. I am a Registered Nurse with over 25 years of experience in health and social care, and I am passionate about delivering safe, compassionate, person-centred care. I believe in visible leadership, strong teamwork, and working closely with families and professionals so that every resident feels supported and truly at home.

I have recently taken on the role of Deputy Home Manager at Ashley Grange. I am a nurse with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare, having specialised in various areas, particularly in palliative and end-of-life care. A lifelong desire to support others has been my driving force. I have successfully channelled this passion and my desire to create a positive influence as a registered nurse. I find great joy in building connections with my residents and being a part of their development and well-being. Since my graduation, I have committed myself to the development and improvement of healthcare systems, processes, and policies, consistently aiming to deliver the highest quality of care to my residents.
As Deputy Manager, I aim to create a supportive atmosphere for both our residents and staff. I strive to embody excellence, foster compassion and empathy, and guide a cohesive team that recognises the opportunities for enhanced success through collaboration.
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