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Situated in the picturesque hamlet of Goatacre in Wiltshire, Goatacre Manor offers residential and nursing care. Care is available for people aged 65 and older.
The home is set within a beautifully refurbished Grade II listed building which boasts impressive views of the surrounding gardens and countryside. Accommodation consists of spacious, comfortable communal lounges and well equipped, furnished bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities.
Residents can enjoy a range of activities at Goatacre...
Care Provided by Goatacre Manor Care Centre
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 48 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All our fees are flexible to meet the needs of each individual resident.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Goatacre Manor Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Goatacre Manor Care Centre 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
Owner
- Goatacre Manor Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Stephanie Gould(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (9)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (13)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (9)
Visiting
- The home are following Government Guidelines to ensure COVID Restrictions are in place.
Parking
- Parking is available.
Goatacre Manor Care Centre Reviews (85)
Goatacre Manor Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.174) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Goatacre Manor Care Centre has 85 reviews.
I know that he was as happy and contented at this time as any person can be in the circumstances at this very emotional time.
Our family are very thankful to all the staff for all their kind care both to my brother and I received when there.
My late husband was a resident for end of life care following his battle with cancer. The welcome and friendly support of wonderful staff made this awful time more bearable. Nothing was too much trouble for the senior manager, nursing staff and carers. My husband was given a private out of the way room so we could have space and private family time before he passed away. The only small criticism I have is that to access my husband we had to meander through numerous corridors and elderly residents, most of which had dementia, we found this uncomfortable especially as my husband was young in this place.
My father was admitted to 'Goatacre Manor Care Centre' towards the end of his life, spending only a month in their care. He was admitted at very short notice, when as a family, we became unable to continue to care for him at his home. From the day of his admission, we found attitude and care at the home to be excellent and we know that my father was as happy as possible over the time he had there.
My wife was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2011. Despite partial left lung resection and chemo the cancer appeared in the lymph glands and then secondary in bones. Home care became impossible and we were really lucky to obtain an en-suite room at Goatacre Manor. The staff were marvellous, so kind and considerate. My sons and I ensure that at least one of us were there all the time. The help we received was wonderful. Thank you Goatacre.
Taken into care at 'Goatacre Manor Care Centre' by ambulance direct from hospital in very poor condition. Unable to use my legs or feet through extreme pain (arthritis). Over the next three months vary caring physiotherapists and staff enabled me to move my legs over the edge of the bed, gaining confidence more with help into an armchair. From there the 2 physiotherapists arranged for me to use the physiotherapy pool and then moving onto take a few steps with a zimmer frame. Brought home in August by nurse and physiotherapists. Now with the help of my registered carer and son, I am learning to walk again.
My elderly mother received first class care during the 10 months stay at this nursing home. She was treated with compassion, kindness and affection. The initial cosy, homely atmosphere which greeted one, continued during her stay. First floor rooms looked out on to rural views and pretty gardens and lawns. I liked the home from home atmosphere created by caring, humorous staff. Also the food choice was good.
I first came to Goatacre Manor for a rest after my condition worsened after a few days here it felt like home and I decided to stay on a permanent basis. The staff are all so friendly and helpful and no request is ever too big. They let me personalise my room with whatever I liked. I find chewing difficult now. So the food is prepared specially so I can still enjoy my meals. It's like a home away from home.
This was the first time we have used Goatacre Manor. My husband was very happy with his short break there especially the helpful staff. He was treated with respect and we will be using Goatacre again when we need more respite care.
Whenever I visited my Grandmother (who was recently a resident at Goatacre Manor Care Centre) I always found her to be happy, and very well cared for. The staff did a wonderful job of taking care of my Grandmother and were always really attentive to us family members. The home is in beautiful rural surroundings in a lovely building, and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this home to others. Keep up the good work!
I cannot express how happy I am with the love and care that my family friend has received. He is so much happier living somewhere he feels safe, loved and cared for. We are always made to feel welcome when we arrive for our visits to the home and the room is always clean and pleasant smelling. We are able to visit anytime of the day which is helpful with work commitments and we have even been able to join our friend for lunch.
Very friendly atmosphere and the quality of care is excellent. The staff are very welcoming and attentive and the food and facilities are very good. I regularly return for respite and I am returning again in June 2016.
Activities are getting better, I like the hydrotherapy and being in the pool. I like that the activities lady does activities for the individuals as well as group activities. As indicated I would recommend any one with nursing care needs to come here.
Mother went out with friends and went to Bristol one afternoon.
Each room is differently styled and decorated making them individual.
The staff are always willing to let me know how she has been getting on since my previous visit and I am kept up to date with anything about her health as necessary.
Although Mum chooses not to partake in activities there is always plenty going on and I am always welcome to make Mum her customary cup of coffee, whatever time I'm there!
My mum spent only a few months at the end of her precious life in safe loving and caring hands,they go beyond the normal and we as a family will never forget staff, carers who make Goatacre a very safe and caring place. It is hard looking for somewhere but walking into here you know the decision is the right one.
My son, who was 41, was there for end of life care. He asked to go somewhere quiet and lapped up all the attention he got from the friendly staff who went out of their way to make his last weeks as happy as possible. Nothing was too much trouble. As he slept a lot they brought him food whenever he wanted it and I was welcomed day and night.
My father seems like a different man since becoming a resident at Goatacre Manor Care Centre. His quality of life has changed completely, he has the twinkle back in his eyes which I thought I would never see again! The care and support he has been given by the nursing and care staff is exceptional. The Care Centre has a lovely homely feeling about it, and is always immaculate. If you happen to turn up at meal times, the food looks and smells absolutely delicious. The exterior setting is of course totally tranquil, and the view from Dad's window is going to give him immense pleasure, especially as he watches the seasons come and go. Right from the moment you walk through the door, you realize this is definitely a Care Centre with a difference - this is a home. I think, without a doubt, the Management and Staff should be very proud of what they have achieved at Goatacre Manor Care Centre.
My father moved to Goatacre last year after living alone for many years. He had always had an aversion to Care Homes and furiously resisted until he was told it was either that or a live in carer. After an initial week's Respite care (trial period), he insisted that he wanted to stay and that I should sell his flat (the trial became permanent immediately). During every visit we always saw that the staff and management went out of their way to look after him and he was always treated with dignity and respect.
The home was always kept clean (and so was my father) and all of the staff worked as a team to look after him. As his Parkinson's became worse, they dreamt up a solution of crash mats and pressure pads linked to the alarm system, so when he refused to stay in bed, all of the staff were aware and someone was with him before he managed to crawl away.
We looked at many homes in the area before finding this one and if we had to chose again, we wouldn't look elsewhere.
My father came in to Goatacre to give himself a bit of a rest after he was taken Ill. It was just what he needed. He ate and drank well and was very impressed that he could have what ever he wanted to eat for breakfast every morning. He was given all the care and support he needed to assist him to be as independent as possible and enjoyed taking part in the activities. It was wonderful to see dad so happy. I was also very impressed with the management team. The Manager was always on hand to answer any questions that I had, and other members of his team are always floating around to offer any additional support.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 November 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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- 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.
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Meet the Team (1)

Stephanie has a background in nursing that spans 44 years. At the beginning of this journey, she worked as a care assistant in an Orthopaedic Ward and a Burns and Plastic Surgery ward prior to commencing her nurse training.
She has had many interests in her career including Care of the Elderly – Orthopaedic Rehabilitation and Care of the Elderly General Medicine, Trauma and Orthopaedics – including caring for patients who may have required orthopaedic elective or trauma surgery and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation and General Surgery, as well as Tissue Viability.
Originally from Wales, Stephanie worked in a Care of the Elderly Medical and Rehabilitation Ward and an Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Ward and for a short while on a GP inpatient unit. Whilst working in Wales, she attained the then Welsh National Board 914 Care of the Elderly Certificate. She also worked as a Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse, leading an Acute Service.
More recently, she has worked at a Private Hospital, as ward manager in the General Surgery Ward, and on secondment as the Deputy Clinical Services Manager.
Stephanie is passionate about good nursing care and always looking to support those individuals she is caring for to have a voice, be respected and be treated with compassion, dignity and empathy.
Stephanie is supported by a highly trained, committed and genuinely caring team of registered nurses, care assistants, activities coordinators, administrators, catering, maintenance and housekeepers. The nurses and care assistants provide care 24 hours per day.
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